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Erie Shores HealthCare is a hospital in Leamington, Ontario, serving communities across Essex County

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01/08/2026

Yesterday, Erie Shores HealthCare celebrated the opening of our newly renovated Discharge Lounge with a ribbon-cutting at the hospital. Supported by the Erie Shores Health Foundation, this space was created to improve patient flow and provide a more comfortable setting for patients who are medically ready to go home and awaiting next steps.

The event also highlighted the success of the Admission and Discharge Unit (ADU), which has already made a meaningful difference in 2025 by reducing wait times, shortening lengths of stay, and improving transitions into and out of inpatient care. An additional $2.33 million in annual base funding was also announced to help support patient-focused services like the ADU.

We’re grateful to everyone who helped make this milestone possible and encouraged by what this investment means for the future of patient care at Erie Shores HealthCare!

Anthony Leardi, PC Essex Mayor Hilda MacDonald Erie Shores Health Foundation Trevor Jones

01/07/2026

Today, Erie Shores HealthCare held a media event to share an important milestone for our community: the launch of our Admission and Discharge Unit (ADU).

Since opening, the ADU has helped reduce ER wait times by nearly 50 percent, decrease idle bed time, and improve patient flow throughout the hospital. By rethinking how patients move through care, the ADU is helping people be seen sooner, admitted faster, and transition home more smoothly.

This milestone reflects the power of collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving care for our community.

01/06/2026

National Blood Donor Month 🩸

This month, we’re recognizing the everyday heroes who roll up their sleeves to help others. Blood donors play a vital role in patient care, supporting surgeries, emergency treatment, cancer care, and so much more.

At Erie Shores HealthCare, donated blood helps ensure our teams can provide timely, lifesaving care when it matters most. One donation can make a real difference for patients and families in our community.

Thank you to everyone who gives blood and helps keep care moving forward. 💙

01/05/2026

Both Erie Shores HealthCare and Windsor Regional Hospital are experiencing higher-than-usual volumes in our Emergency Departments today, and wait times may be longer than normal for patients with non-life-threatening concerns.

Our teams care for patients based on medical urgency, not arrival time. If your symptoms are mild or you’re not sure the ED is the right place to start, here are options that may help you get care sooner:

- Health811 (dial 811): Speak with a registered nurse 24/7 for advice on what to do next and where to go.
- Your primary care provider: Call your family doctor or nurse practitioner.
- A walk-in clinic or urgent care clinic: A good choice for many non-emergency issues, like minor infections, sprains/strains, mild asthma flare-ups, rashes, or earaches.
- Pharmacist care: Pharmacists can provide advice and treatment for many common concerns and recommend next steps if you need to see a clinician.
- Virtual care: If you can safely stay home, virtual advice could be an option. Visit https://health811.ontario.ca for online options.
- Mental health supports: If you’re struggling but not in immediate danger, community and crisis supports can help. If you’re in crisis, you can call the 24-hour community crisis line at 519-973-4435. If you are in immediate danger or at risk of harming yourself, call 911 or come to the ED.

If you or a loved one is experiencing severe symptoms such as chest pain, trouble breathing, signs of stroke, or a serious injury, please call 911.

Thank you for your patience and for treating our staff with kindness as we care for the community.

01/02/2026

Welcome to the world, baby Alice! This bundle of joy was born at 12:41am on January 1st, the first baby born in Essex County this year. She came into the world at 7lbs and 12oz and has three sisters and two brothers waiting for her at home. Her parents, Agatha and Franklin, received a beautiful care package from the Erie Shores Health Foundation and

12/29/2025

Erie Shores HealthCare Announces Leadership Transition - Erie Shores HealthCare’s Board of Directors announced today that Kristin Kennedy will conclude her role as president and chief executive officer, effective March 22, 2026, as she prepares to become the next president and CEO of Windsor Regional Hospital.

“On behalf of Erie Shores HealthCare’s Board of Directors, I want to congratulate Kristin as she begins preparations for the next stage of her career,” said Duffy Kniaziew, chair of the Erie Shores HealthCare Board of Directors. “I also want to thank her for her strong leadership, dedication, and the countless hours she has given to our organization and this community over the past seven years, including guiding us through the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent cyberattack. Her steady presence during some of the most challenging moments in recent healthcare history has helped shape Erie Shores into the organization it is today, and her foresight and innovation will leave a lasting mark on Erie Shores for decades to come.”

“This was not an easy decision,” said Kristin Kennedy. “Working alongside the team at ESHC has meant a great deal to me. I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with people who are deeply committed, thoughtful, and passionate about the work they do every day, and that’s something I will always carry with me.”

The board emphasized its commitment to a smooth and stable transition. Kennedy will remain in her role through March 22, 2026, leading the organization while supporting transition planning.
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12/22/2025

This morning, Lauren from Comber stopped by Erie Shores HealthCare with a heartfelt delivery. 💙

She shared hand-made holiday cards for patients, along with a donation of infant clothing to support our tiniest patients and their families. Staff were grateful to welcome them and help receive these thoughtful gifts, which brought smiles and a real sense of holiday spirit to the hospital.

Moments like this remind us how much kindness lives in our community. Thank you to the Comber kids, families, and educators who helped make this visit so special!

12/19/2025

A little extra warmth during the Week of Giving ☕

As part of The Week of Giving, staff were treated to a holiday coffee cart courtesy of WFCU. A welcome pause in the day, a warm cup in hand, and a chance to connect before heading back to care.

Thank you to WFCU for helping add a cozy moment to the week and for thinking of our teams during this special time!

12/19/2025

A Week of Giving moment to wear with pride! 💙
As part of Erie Shores HealthCare’s Week of Giving, staff received commemorative 75th Anniversary T-shirts, thoughtfully customized by colour and department.
It was a meaningful way to celebrate the people behind the care, reflect our shared history, and mark 75 years of dedication to this community.
A simple, thoughtful keepsake that reflects the people who wear it and the pride they bring to Erie Shores HealthCare every day.

12/18/2025

Yesterday, Erie Shores HealthCare marked a meaningful moment as part of our 75th anniversary celebrations with the unveiling of a tribute wall honouring the legacy of the Erie Shores HealthCare Auxiliary.

For 75 years, Auxiliary volunteers and donors played a vital role in supporting patients, staff, and hospital programs, helping strengthen care close to home. As the Auxiliary concludes its organization, this permanent tribute stands as a lasting recognition of their generosity, dedication, and impact on our hospital and community.

To mark their final contribution, the Auxiliary made a donation of $122,110 to the Erie Shores Health Foundation, supporting priorities that enhance patient care in our community. This gift reflects a legacy of service and giving that will continue to make a difference for years to come.

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194 Talbot Street W
Leamington, ON
N8H1N9

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+15193262373

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http://www.erieshoreshealthcare.ca/

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Erie Shores HealthCare: Who Are We?

You’ll hear us tout ‘Compassionate Care Close To Home’ often. Formerly known as ‘Leamington District Memorial Hospital - we’re a staple of Essex County with deep roots in the Leamington community for decades.

Erie Shores HealthCare improves the Health and well being of the people we serve by leading the development of a sustainable integrated rural health system.

We are a health system that provides care directly and hosts community agencies to improve access to care for the communities we serve. We achieve our goals through colocation and by building partnerships with community partners. Our primary responsibility is to serve the communities along Essex County’s South Shore stretching from Harrow to Wheatley to Amherstburg to Belle River.

Our values of compassion, respect, trust and accountability influence how we make decisions and guide the way we work each day; with each other, patients and their families.

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