Oxford County Community Health Centre - OCCHC

Oxford County Community Health Centre - OCCHC Working to open the door to health equity and better health for all.

Mobile Health Outreach Bus (MHOB)
Woodstock - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Tillsonburg - Monday and Wednesdays
Ingersoll - Every other Wednesday

Call or text 226.232.8207 for locations and times. Rapid Access to Addiction Medicine (RAAM)
Monday 9-11am in Woodstock
Tuesday 1-3pm in Woodstock


Call 519.539.1111 for more details

To access our Housing Stability Workers call 519.539.1111 ext 209

08/06/2026

Keith says his drinking reached a turning point during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020.

“I started drinking every day, and before I knew it, everything started spiraling,” he shared. “You don’t realize it’s happening. Your addiction just builds and builds and builds.”

Eventually, Keith says alcohol was affecting every area of his life, including his health, finances, employment, and relationships. He was frequently in and out of the hospital with liver and pancreatic issues and eventually left his job.

Keith first heard about the Wellness Centre through a CMHA counsellor. The Wellness Centre at 369 Huron Street in Woodstock is one component of the Oxford County HART Hub. It has four withdrawal management beds and six supportive treatment beds where clients participate in a 90-day bedded supportive treatment (BST) program. This temporary location is in place while a permanent location at 16 Graham Street in Woodstock is under construction.

"Once I got here, I immediately felt safe. I felt safe from the habit and safe from the problems I had.”

What stood out most to Keith was the friendly and caring staff. “They truly cared and wanted to listen,” he said. “I was also prescribed medication that helped me think more clearly and feel more level-headed. When you’re battling addiction, your mind feels like a blender, and you can’t think straight.”

Throughout the program, Keith says he developed coping and life skills that he now uses every day, including how to communicate more effectively with others. “I learned how to express myself better and how to really listen to people and understand that they could be going through things, too.”

If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health challenges, addiction, or homelessness, support is available locally. Adults 18+ can call 519-537-2382 at any time to take the next step. A member of the HART Hub team will listen and help guide individuals to the right supports.

Keith's story and more information about the Oxford County HART Hub are available in our latest newsletter:https://www.woodstockhospital.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/June-Newsletter-2026-Online-Version.pdf

You can also subscribe to have future newsletters emailed directly to your inbox: https://www.woodstockhospital.ca/newsletters/

08/04/2026

Volunteers Needed for the Food Project! 🍎🥕

We are currently looking for people to join our volunteer team and help sort donated food. Every hour you give makes a difference!

Volunteers are welcome throughout the week:
🕘 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:15-11:30 a.m. and 4:00-6:00 p.m.
🕚 Thursday: 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Interested in helping?
📧 Paula D’Orazio: [email protected]
📞 519-425-2618

Just connect with Paula, and we’ll get you scheduled in to help. 😊

A huge. thank you to Carl at Greener Pastures Eco Farms who donated 28 frozen whole chickens to the Tillsonburg Outreach...
08/04/2026

A huge. thank you to Carl at Greener Pastures Eco Farms who donated 28 frozen whole chickens to the Tillsonburg Outreach program! We were able to distribute to our transition houses, clients and offer some to Saint Vincent de Paul for their emergency food program. Such a generous donation!
Greener Pastures Eco Farm

Now Hiring: Contract Transitional Housing WorkerLooking for a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact? We're sear...
08/04/2026

Now Hiring: Contract Transitional Housing Worker

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact? We're searching for a compassionate and dedicated Contract Transitional Housing Worker to support individuals as they work toward housing stability and independence.

If you're passionate about empowering others and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Check out the full job posting for qualifications, responsibilities, and application details.

📢 We're Hiring!If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward stable housing and independence...
08/04/2026

📢 We're Hiring!

If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward stable housing and independence, we'd love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a compassionate and dedicated team.

📍 Contract Position. See the job posting for qualifications and application details.

Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit!

08/03/2026

*INGERSOLL* Southwestern Public Health has issued a boil water advisory for King Street West between Ingersoll Street South and Oakwood Street in Town of Ingersoll.

This advisory is being issued following a water main break that occurred today, August 3, on King Street West. The boil water advisory is recommended as a precaution in case of potential contamination of the drinking water system. All users of the drinking water system in the affected area have been notified.

Until further notice, Public Health advises residents to bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, making infant formula or juice, brushing teeth, washing raw foods or making ice.

This advisory measure is in place until such time as bacteriological tests prove the water to be safe.

A “Boil Water FAQ” is available from the Southwestern Public Health Unit website at: https://www.swpublichealth.ca/community-health/environmental-health/drinking-water/boil-water-advisory-information/

If you have questions, please contact Southwestern Public Health at 1-800-922-0096.

Download a copy of the Medical Officer of Health's boil water advisory at https://www.oxfordcounty.ca/news/posts/boil-water-advisory-issued-for-ingersoll-king-st-w-between-ingersoll-st-s-and-oakwood-st/

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, August 3 in observance of the Civic Holiday.We hope everyone enjoy...
08/03/2026

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, August 3 in observance of the Civic Holiday.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved long weekend! We look forward to assisting you when we reopen on Tuesday. 😊

Here are the updated calendars for the month of August! If you or anyone you know is in need of food, these are some pla...
07/29/2026

Here are the updated calendars for the month of August! If you or anyone you know is in need of food, these are some places where you can access food throughout this month. 😎
Please note some programs won't be running on the Civic Holiday.

A reminder about our exciting cooking opportunity for young chefs! July 31 – Backyard BBQAugust 7 – Greek FeastTime: 10:...
07/24/2026

A reminder about our exciting cooking opportunity for young chefs!

July 31 – Backyard BBQ
August 7 – Greek Feast

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Location:
Oxford County Community Health Centre
35 Metcalf Street, 2nd Floor
Woodstock

All ingredients and materials are provided.
Please wear closed-toe shoes.
Let us know about any allergies or dietary restrictions when registering.

Registration is required!
Reserve your child's spot by calling 519-539-1111.]]

Address

35 Metcalf Street
Woodstock, ON
N4S3E6

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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