Community Health Worker

The SCFHT’s Community Health Worker Program assists patients and caregivers in navigating our local healthcare system.

What can we help with?

• Connecting patients with local supports and resources
• Helping patients to reduce barriers preventing them from accessing healthcare
• Encouraging patient empowerment

Services and Supports:

• Assistance with Health Forms/Health Funding Applications: e.g.) ODSP applications, Disability Tax Credit, obtaining OHIP cards etc. 
• Health System Navigation: Support completing referrals & intake forms, providing information for local services & community resources 
• Health Service Coordination: e.g.) Support when communicating with multiple service providers

Who is it for?

• For patients with or without a primary care provider
• Patients may self-refer, or be referred 

You can book an appointment online. For more information about our Community Health Worker Program please call the Sunset Country Family Health Team at (807) 468-6321 ext. 1.