Town of Prescott & Area
 The Town of Prescott is seeking to revitalize, reinforce and reshape itself as it faces new global
challenges and the need to ensure the ongoing development of a sustainable community with a high
quality of life. This Community Improvement Plan is designed to help
address some of these challenges as it provides a means of planning and financing development
activities that effectively use, reuse and restore lands, buildings and infrastructure. Town of Prescott
Health and Wellness
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Health Care Services under Stress
The COVID-19 pandemic strained the health care system revealing and exacerbating pre-existing challenges. An already stressed system was immediately impacted at all levels—from patient access and care to financial well-being. The negative consequences persisted throughout the pandemic and are still felt today. The healthcare system in smaller communities face challenges, including difficulty attracting and retaining healthcare professionals, limited access to specialized services, and longer wait times for care.
In Prescott, Pharmacists and virtual services help bridge the gap, if you or someone you know is experiencing physical or emotional distress or needs mental health support, several resources are available, including 211 Ontario, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and the Kids Help Phone.
Here's a breakdown of some resources available in Prescott and area:
- Prescott Family Health Clinic - Services
- Brockville General Hospital - Brockville General, a community hospital. Dedicated to your health and wellbeing.
- Pharmacy Health Services - Minor ailments are common, self-limiting conditions that can be diagnosed and managed without the need for professional intervention, such as allergies, headaches, digestive issues, minor injuries, urinary tract infections, and more. When you visit your pharmacy with a minor ailment, your pharmacist can provide a range of services including symptom assessment, advice on treatments, referrals to doctors if necessary, management of chronic conditions, and even provide prescriptions without having to see your family doctor.
- Digital and Virtual Care Services - Virtual care uses digital tools to help you connect with health care providers online or by phone, for convenient access to the best care when and where you need it. Ontario Health | Health811 |
- Vaccines and immunization - How, and when, to get vaccinated or immunized to protect against preventable diseases like measles, tetanus, whooping cough and chicken pox. Routine vaccinations for babies, children and adults are offered free of charge. Ontario Health & Wellness | Check with your local pharmacy for information.
- MD Connected Virtual Care - We know how hard it is for patients to find a family doctor in Ontario. This is why MD Connected has created a new family practice to provide you with the access you need when you need it. Become a rostered patient with MD Connected by first registering yourself and your family to our family practice enrolment list. For more information ... Virtual Care
- Mental Health - Listing of mental health services available in Leeds, Grenville and Lanark County.
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