FLA OHT releases list of health resources available during the holidays

December 16, 2024 News Release 

Building on its recent campaign to raise awareness about How to access care without a primary care provider, the Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington Ontario Health Team (FLA OHT) is pleased to release its annual holiday health resource list to further enhance access and support. This comprehensive guide offers a detailed list of available health resources and holiday hours across the region, from December 23, 2024, to January 6, 2025.

The FLA OHT remains committed to increasing health care access for everyone in Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington, while also raising awareness about available health and wellness resources. The holiday health resource list is designed to help residents understand where and how to access the right kind of care for their specific health needs during the holiday season, ensuring they are prepared during a time when clinics and offices often operate on reduced hours. By providing clear information, the guide aims to divert unnecessary visits to emergency departments, prioritizing critical care for those who need it most.

“The holidays are a time when health needs don’t take a break, but finding care can sometimes be challenging,” said Kim Morrison, Executive Director, FLA OHT. “This resource is part of our ongoing commitment to making health care accessible and equitable for everyone in our region. It’s designed to help people plan ahead, know their options, and access the right care, whether they have a primary care provider or not.”

The guide provides essential information about health services, including emergency care, urgent care, community care, walk-in and access clinics, in-person and virtual primary care, and mental health and addictions support. The FLA OHT encourages everyone to explore the guide and prepare for their health needs over the holidays. Residents with a primary care provider are reminded to check with their provider or clinic about holiday hours before seeking other services. For individuals without a primary care provider or those needing urgent care, the guide outlines options for accessing services that address specific needs. Residents are also reminded to plan proactively by ensuring prescriptions are filled before the holidays.

Explore the holiday health resource list on the FLA OHT website.