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.
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Disclaimer: While we strive to keep this service page current, it is not exhaustive and may not include all available services.

If you are in need of emergency services, please call 911
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to 988, 519-433-2023 OR 1-877-539-0463
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Services

Chronic Disease Prevention & Management

Support is available to help you prevent, manage, and live well with chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and COPD. Find education programs, coaching, and local care.

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Hospital & Urgent Care

Need medical attention now? Find local hospitals and urgent care centres in Elgin County, including options for in-person and virtual urgent care services.

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Indigenous Resources

Programs and supports created by and for Indigenous peoples, offering culturally grounded care, healing, and community connection.

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Local Services

Looking for more information on local services? This section includes additional programs, tools, and online resources that support health, navigation, and care in the community.

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Mental Health, Substance Use Health & Addiction Services

Explore mental health, substance use health & addiction support services, including counselling, therapy, and self-guided programs. Services are available for all ages and cover a range of needs.

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Primary Care

Find walk-in clinics, family doctors, nurse practitioners, and community health centres, especially if you don't currently have a primary care provider.

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Employment & Education
Culture, Community & Traditional Healing

CAMH Shkaabe Makwa Workforce Development

The CAMH Shkaabe Makwa Workforce Development program offers culturally informed training for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis service providers. Developed with Indigenous communities, the training strengthens culturally safe, trauma-informed practices and supports professional development in mental health and community care.

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In-person
Additional Supports

Canadian Hearing Society's Connect Mental Health Program

Free, confidential mental health counselling, education and advocacy for individuals 16+ who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing or have hearing loss; services cover anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family challenges and substance-use concerns.

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In-person
Population Specific Supports

Canadian Human Trafficking Helpline

Provides 24/7 confidential support for anyone affected by human trafficking. Offers crisis assistance, safety planning, and connection to local services and law enforcement when needed.

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Smoking Support & Harm Reduction
Smoking Support & Harm Reduction

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) STOP Program

The STOP (Smoking Treatment for Ontario Patients) Program is a province-wide initiative that delivers smoking cessation treatment and counselling support to registered clients of CMHA TVAMHS who wish to quit smoking.

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Family, Children & Youth

Canadian Prenatal Nutrition

The Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program supports the health of Indigenous mothers and their babies by providing culturally sensitive prenatal and postnatal services, including nutrition, education, and access to traditional teachings.

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Hybrid
Cancer Screening

Cancer prevention and care resources

Ontario page that offers many cancer prevention and care resources.

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Substance Use Supports

Celebrate Recovery

A Christ-centred 12-step program designed for anyone seeking freedom from life�s hurts, hang-ups, or habits. It uses biblical teaching alongside peer support to address issues like addiction, codependency, loss, anxiety, depression and more.

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Hybrid
Primary Care and Clinics
Primary Care

Central Community Health Centre

Central Community Health Centre (CCHC) is a charitable organization whose purpose is the delivery of comprehensive primary care, illness prevention and health promotion through community programs and support to individuals and families in St. Thomas, Central Elgin and Southwold Township.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) & Respiratory Health

Central Community Health Centre Pulmonary Rehab

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a comprehensive, medically supervised program designed to help people with chronic lung conditions improve their breathing, physical fitness, and quality of life. This is delivered through Central Community Health Centre. Call for more information.

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