Ontario Health has introduced Interprofessional Primary Care Teams (IPCT) to connect more people to primary care.

 About the Program

The Grand River Community Health Centre (GRCHC) is providing accessible, inclusive non-urgent health services through its Outreach Drop-in Clinic, available at two locations in Brantford and Simcoe.

Brantford – St. Andrew's Church, 95 Darling Street

  • Clinic Type: Outreach Drop-In Clinic (no appointment needed)
    Hours: Wednesdays, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Simcoe – Norfolk Family Health Team (NFHT), 185 Robinson Street, Suite 101

  • Clinic Type: Outreach Drop-In Clinic (no appointment needed)
    Hours: Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Clinic Care Teams & Services

These Drop-In Clinics are designed to support individuals who do not currently have access to primary health care. Each clinic is staffed by a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing comprehensive, person-centered care.

 Outreach Teams:

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse
  • Outreach and Service Navigation Worker

Together, these teams deliver a wide range of services including medical assessments, mental health support, harm reduction, sexual health care, wound care, immunizations, and connections to community resources.
 Who is eligible?
This clinic is designed to serve individuals who may face barriers accessing traditional health care. It is especially intended for those who:
  • Use substances
  • Are experiencing mental health challenges
  • Are unhoused or street-involved
  • Struggle to make or keep scheduled appointments
  • Do not have a primary care provider and/or lack a valid health card

Who Is Not Eligible

  • Are post-secondary or international students without local health care access
  • Have an existing primary care provider (doctor or nurse practitioner)
  • Do not face barriers accessing primary health care services

For questions about eligibility please contact (226) 388-4725 or ipct-info@grchc.ca

Additional Resources

 Virtual Urgent Care
  • Paediatric and adult appointments available 
  • Book a same or next day appointment at UrgentCareOntario.ca or by calling 1-844-227-3844
  • Ontario Health Card, email address, and access to a device connect to the internet is needed

Virtual urgent care might be appropriate for you (or a family member) if you have a medical issue that is NOT life-threatening but requires urgent medical attention and you're unable to access timely care through a primary care provider. In the event of a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.