Health and Social Care Services and Programs
It can be difficult to find the health and care services available in your community. We are working together to make the system easier to use. Here, you will find a list of essential services to help get you started.
Disclaimer: While we strive to keep this service page current, it is not exhaustive and may not include all available services.
Wellspring's Peer Support
A free, confidential service that connects individuals and families affected by cancer with trained peers who have lived experience, offering emotional support, understanding, and guidance through one-on-one conversations in person, by phone, or online.
West Elgin Community Health Centre
Free, private counselling for individuals of all ages dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, chronic pain, relationship issues and more. Self-referrals accepted via an online form; note you must live in Dutton-Dunwich or West Elgin and/or have a primary-care provider at the Centre.
West Elgin Community Health Centre's Groups
Various groups including: Acquired Brain Injury Support Group, Parkinson's Support Group, Neurological Support Group, Alzheimer's Support Group
Western University Gender-Based Violence and Survivor Support
Confidential support for students, staff and faculty impacted by gender-based or sexual violence, including safety planning, academic/workplace accommodations and connection to resources.
Western University Indigenous Student Centre (ISC)
The Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) at Western University provides culturally responsive, holistic support for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students. The Centre offers academic advising, tutoring, financial and wellness supports, cultural programming, access to Elders and Knowledge Keepers, orientation assistance, and dedicated study and gathering spaces to foster student success, community, and connection throughout their university experience.
Western University's Mental Health Services
Free and confidential mental-health support for enrolled students including individual counselling, group workshops, same-day crisis appointments, and referrals to specialized care.
Wiigiwaaminaan Lodge Indigenous-led Hub
Wiigiwaaminaan Lodge is an Indigenous-focused emergency shelter and community hub in London, Ontario, supporting Indigenous individuals aged 16 and older. Through land-based, culturally grounded services, it provides wrap-around supports including shelter, meals, showers, laundry, and wellness services.
Wiingashk Alternative Secondary School
The Wiingashk Alternative Secondary School Program (ASSP) offers Indigenous learners a culturally supportive environment to complete their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) through a combination of standard curriculum and Indigenous cultural programming. As a partnership program, intake is initiated for students by TVDSB. Students aged 14-21 must be referred by their current school.
Windemere Family Medical Centre
A family health team clinic offering primary care services including physicians, nurse practitioners and allied health professionals for individuals and families in the community.
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