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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: DUF0001 | Last Modified: 01 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 23 Oct 2018 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Non-emergency, community-based service supports vulnerable patients living independently in the community. Aims to reduce 911 calls, emergency department visits and hospital admissions. Services include: * in-home assessments * safe home assessments * scheduled wellness checks * remote patient monitoring * direct communication with primary care providers * diagnostic tests |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Mon-Sun 7 am-7 pm |
| Areas Served | Dufferin County |
| Eligibility | Patients who require additional assistance while living in their home, including high-risk clients living with complex medical issues such as diabetes, COPD and CHF |
| Application | Accepts referrals from patients, family members or service providers * will make initial contact with the patient within 24 hours after receiving a referral to determine if the patient will benefit from the service |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Orangeville |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-941-0509 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-844-791-1182 |
| Crisis Phone | 9-1-1 |
| Fax | 519-941-2486 |
| communityparamedic@dufferincounty.ca | |
| Website | www.dufferincounty.ca/residents/emergency-services |
| Social Media |  Twitter: twitter.com/DufferinMedics |
| Primary Contact | Gary Staples, Deputy Chief - Performance, Quality and Development |