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02/10/2026
Five good options when you need care...
Feeling unwell? If you need support, contact your family doctor or nurse practitioner first. If they are unavailable or you don’t have one, try these options:
✅ Unattached Care Clinics – Call the clinic nearest you
✅ Walk-In Clinics – Check local availability
✅ Virtual Urgent Care – Book online at urgentcareontario.ca
✅ Health811 – Call 811 for free advice from a registered nurse
✅ Local Pharmacy – Visit or call for support
We are pleased to receive provincial funding, which will allow us to add up to 1,600 patients over the next 12 months. Note: We are directed to initially focus on unattached patients on the Health Care Connect list. Learn more here: https://gbachc.ca/expanding-access-our-commitment-to-community-health/
02/09/2026
Gentle changes for better sleep...
Sleep matters! Living with Parkinson’s can make rest challenging, but a few gentle changes can help. Check out our sleeping checklist for tips to enjoy a peaceful night and wake up refreshed. 😴
Visit PSSO.ca for resources and support, or call (519) 652-9437. Don’t forget to check the link in our bio to register for upcoming programs and workshops!
02/07/2026
The Saturday morning walk-in clinic at the Grand Bend site is closed today due to local road closures and poor weather. Joy's exercise class is also cancelled.
Come check out what the Hensall Community Fridge has to offer — lots of deli meat sandwiches available now until they’re gone! 🥪
First come, first serve. Take what you need, leave what you can.
Open Friday (tomorrow) from 8 am - 4 pm.
01/28/2026
Lambton County's Medical Officer of Health has issued a Cold Weather Alert continuing until February 1. The GBACHC serves as a local warming centre during open hours.
01/28/2026
Looking for info about federal programs and services for older Canadians and their families, retirees, caregivers, or community organizations? 👀
Our webpage is your one-stop shop for all the info you need! 😀
When in doubt, visit Canada.ca/Seniors for accurate and reliable pension and retirement information.
01/26/2026
The monthly Parkinson's Support Group has been cancelled for today due to poor weather and road conditions. The next session will be held on Feb.23 at 2 pm in the Community Room at the Grand Bend site.
01/23/2026
Notice of Early Closure – Hensall Site
Our Hensall site will be closed today at 12:00 PM due to inclement weather. This decision has been made in alignment with local road closures and to ensure the safety of our staff and patients.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Patients with urgent concerns are encouraged to seek appropriate alternative care as needed.
01/22/2026
Lambton County's Medical Officer of Health has issued a Cold Weather Alert continuing until Jan. 25. The GBACHC serves as a local warming centre during open hours.
01/21/2026
Our Grand Bend and Hensall sites will close at 5 pm today due to weather and road conditions. Patients with appointments scheduled after 5:00 pm will be contacted to rebook.
Our Grand Bend and Hensall sites will close at 5pm today due to deteriorating weather and road conditions. Patients with appointments scheduled after 5:00 pm will be contacted to rebook.
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In 1971, our first medical building was built in Grand Bend on Gill Road with only a small number of doctors, registered nurses and medical office assistants. We adopted the Community Health Centre model in 1999 with the addition of a physiotherapist, health promoter, social worker, dietitian and a diabetes education program.
It was evident that we needed more space, so our Centre moved to its current home at 69 Main Street East in 2004. The newly renovated space in Hensall was opened in 2010 to incorporate teaching into primary care activities.
The Grand Bend and Hensall sites work in collaboration with the Southwest and Erie-St. Clair Local Health Integration Networks, as well as various agencies and services within Lambton and Huron counties. An ongoing partnership with area hospitals allows our Centre to provide the best care and programming possible for our clients, patients and the surrounding community.
Primary Care: Physicians, Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioners, Registered Practical Nurses, Medical Office Assistants, Phlebotomists
