Summer 2015
Huron Local Immigration Partnership
Healthcare in Huron Huron offers extensive healthcare network to serve diverse needs As we all know, moving to a new place can be a stressful experience. Taking care of your health during and after this transition is very important. Being able to find the healthcare you need is an integral part of settling into your new community and feeling at home. Health insurance and OHIP In Canada, the government provides basic health care to residents who meet the eligibility requirements. The government‐run health plan in Ontario is called the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). OHIP provides universal, publicly‐funded healthcare for every resident in Ontario. OHIP covers basic healthcare services but doesn’t pay for all medical expenses such as dental care, eye care, podiatrists and some physiotherapy; so, you may consider additional private health insurance. To Apply for a Health Card Get an application form online or from your local Service
Ontario OHIP Office and complete the form. Service Ontario offices are located in Clinton, Exeter, Goderich, and Wingham. Phone 1‐888‐376‐ 5197 for more information or visit www.services.gov.on.ca. Hospitals, Doctors and Clinics Huron County is home to five hospitals: Alexandra Marine & General Hospital 120 Napier Street, Goderich; Phone: 519‐ 524‐8689 Clinton Public Hospital 98 Shipley Street, Clinton; Phone: 519‐482‐3440 Seaforth Community Hospital 24 Centennial Drive, Seaforth; Phone: 519‐527‐1650 South Huron Hospital Association 24 Huron Street, West, Exeter; Phone: 519‐235‐2700 Wingham and District Hospital 270 Carling Terrace, Wingham; Phone: 519‐357‐3210 ext. 5271 In the case of accidental injuries, dial 9‐1‐1 on your phone to call for ambulance or police assistance.
Variety of health services available in Huron About Ontario 211 Ontario 2‐1‐1 is another source of information about healthcare in Huron County. This free, confidential, province‐wide telephone helpline simplifies finding support and community services for Ontario residents.
Healthy Smiles Ontario; and Children in Need of Treatment program: www.huronhealthunit.ca/health‐ topics/dental‐health browse www.youroralhealth.ca for general information and a directory of dental care professionals
Clinics in Huron County Huron County is served by eight medical clinics: Bluewater Area Family Health Team 43 Main Street, Zurich; Phone: 519‐236‐4314 Clinton Health Centre 105 Shipley Street, Clinton; Phone: 519‐482‐3000 Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre 69 Main Street East, Grand Bend; Phone: 519‐238‐1556 Hensall Health Centre 122 King Street, Hensall; Phone: 519‐262‐3140 Maitland Valley Family Health Team 180 Cambria Road North, Goderich; Phone: 519‐524‐6060 North Huron Family Health Team 285 Catherine Street, Wingham; Phone: 519‐357‐3930 Seaforth Community Medical Centre 32B‐1 Centennial Drive, Seaforth; Phone: 519‐600‐2273 South Huron Medical Centre 23 Huron Street West, Exeter; Phone: 519‐235‐3343
Huron County eye care clinics A number of eye care professionals provide services to Huron County residents. Opticians fill prescriptions from optometrists or ophthalmologists (eye doctors), fitting patients with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Optometrists conduct eye exams and diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases and disorders of the eye. Optometrists prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses, low vision aids and vision therapy. To find an eye care professional or clinic in Huron County: ask your neighbours or friends call Ontario 2‐1‐1 or visit www.211ontario.ca www.ShopInHuron.ca for a list of optometrists in Huron County search www.collegeoptom.on.ca, the College of Optometrists of Ontario
Walk‐in Clinics A walk‐in medical clinic centrally located in Exeter at the South Huron Medical Centre provides healthcare for people who do not have a family doctor; Huron’s local hospital emergency departments also provide the same service. No appointment needed, but it’s best to call before visiting. Huron County dental clinics Good dental health is an important part of your total healthcare, and good oral hygiene habits begin at an early age. Huron County is served by a number of dental care professionals and clinics. To find dentists and dental clinics near you, have a look through your phonebook or: ask your neighbours or friends call Ontario 2‐1‐1 search the business directory at www.ShopInHuron.ca for a list of dental care professionals check out the Huron County Health Unit for information about dental health for children and adults;
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Huron County pharmacies When a doctor or nurse practitioner prescribes medication for you, you will need to take the prescription with you to a pharmacy. The pharmacist will then take your prescription and prepare the correct medication for you. To find a local pharmacy, take a look through your phonebook or visit www.ShopInHuron.ca Other specialized healthcare professionals If you are searching for other specialized healthcare professionals, such as a physiotherapist, chiropractor, massage therapist, reflexologist, acupuncturist, we suggest: contacting your local medical clinic asking a neighbour or friend for their recommendation calling Ontario 2‐1‐1 or visiting www.211ontario.ca searching the online business directory at www.ShopInHuron.ca browsing www.thehealthline.ca for health‐related information and directories of health professionals in Huron
Rebecca Rathwell, Project Manager
519‐524‐8394, ext. 3, home@huroncounty.ca, www.makehuronhome.ca