Healthy Aging in South West Ontario
Organization: West Elgin Community Health Centre
Description of Services: Health centre focused on family and community health, illness prevention and health promotion * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * health professionals provide primary care services and referrals to other local health and community services and personal development groups

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Transportation to Vaccine Clinics - Volunteer drivers take West Elgin residents to vaccine clinics * accessible shuttle for those who need it * funded through Gift-A-Ride program * working to get everyone who needs a vaccine access to a vaccine
 
Assisted Living Program Support workers assist high-risk seniors living in the community by providing assistance with personal care tasks like dressing, grooming, bathing, housekeeping, and laundry* care coordination, medication reminders, and security checks * visits and social support * support staff available daily to attend in the homes of clients
 
Community Support Services for Seniors Various programs provide supports to help older adults maintain independence while remaining in their home and community
 
Health Promotion One-on-one and group sessions to promote health and to assist people in navigating the health system connecting with community programs and linking to available social services
 
Parenting Support Parenting education and support including prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and a Well Baby Clinic


Services and Programs:
Requirements
Fees: Most fees covered through OHIP * some fees for other programs
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Varies per program
Application: Call or visit * appointments required for some programs * no referral required
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: West Elgin
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 519-768-1715
Fax: 519-768-2548
Email: info@wechc.on.ca
Website: wechc.on.ca
Address: 153 Main St
West Lorne, ON
N0L 2P0
Map
Intersection: Graham Rd and Main St
Location: West Elgin
Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-4:30pm * Tue and Thu 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-8:30pm
Executives: Andy Kroeker - Executive Director
akroeker@wechc.on.ca
Rick van der Heide - Primary Health Services Director
rvanderheide@wechc.on.ca
Contacts: Debra Thomas - Human Resources Officer
dthomas@wechc.on.ca

About Us

The West Elgin Community Health Centre delivers primary health care, illness prevention and health promotion services, as well as a range community programs to the residents of western Elgin.


This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: Jul 28, 2025