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About the Eastern Ontario Community Paramedics Program

The goal of the Community Paramedic program is to improve one’s quality of life, confidence, and independence regarding their health and create an environment that is safe to age at home.


Ultimately this preventative approach is to reduce crises requiring 9-1-1 responses, emergency department visits, and hospital admissions.

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FAQ

  • Are there Community Paramedics in my community?

    If you would like to find out if there are Community Paramedics in your area, you can enter your address into our search tool and it will show the programs available in your community. 

  • What types of services are offered by Community Paramedics?

    Community Paramedics act as a healthcare navigator by aiding the client via connection to different services that can help them maintain or improve their health. This can be done through in-person visits with routine monitoring of their health and providing support to meet the needs of the clients. 

  • Does a Community Paramedic replace current health care systems such a primary care physicians and/or Home and Community Care?

    No! The Community Paramedics are an extension of the primary care providers. The paramedics goal is not to replace specialized services, but to work together to improve care on an individual basis. 

  • How do I get referred to this program?

    Referrals to the Community Paramedicine program are received through Home & Community Care Support Services (HCCSS), family physicians that have previously worked with our programs, paramedics, and by self submissions or family referrals.

  • Are there any costs for the Community Paramedicine program?

    No! This program is fully funded by the provincial government and provides additional care for seniors in the comfort of their own homes before admission into long-term care.