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About Grimshaw / Berwyn and District Community Health Centre
The Grimshaw/Berwyn and District Community Health Centre is a rural community health centre located at 5621 50th Avenue in Grimshaw, Alberta, serving the town of Grimshaw, the village of Berwyn, and the surrounding farming communities of the Peace Country region. The facility operates a 24/7 emergency department supported by a Virtual Emergency Physician program, on-site laboratory, X-ray, and pharmacy services, making it a comprehensive first point of care for residents across northwestern Alberta. For critical cases requiring higher-level intervention, the centre is equipped to coordinate medevac air transport to larger facilities such as the Peace River Community Health Centre or Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital.
Services & Specialties
24/7 Emergency Department, Virtual Emergency Physician Support, General Radiography (X-Ray), Laboratory Services, Pharmacy Services, Palliative and End of Life Care, Continuing Care (Long-Term Residential Care), Home Care, Respite Care, Social Work, Immunization (Adult, Senior, Infant, Preschool, School-Age), Well Baby Clinic, Breastfeeding Clinic, Early Childhood Intervention Program, School Health Program, Travel Health Services, Tuberculosis Testing, Car Seat Safety Program, Alberta Aids to Daily Living Program, Equipment Loan Program, Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART), Volunteer Resources, Medevac Air Transport Coordination.
Amenities
On-site pharmacy
Equipment Loan Program (short-term medical equipment for home recovery)
Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) — confidential support and referrals
Foot care services through contracted nurses (supported by Grimshaw/Berwyn and District Hospital Foundation)
Call ahead at 780-332-6500 if you are unsure whether your condition requires an emergency visit — staff can help direct you to the right care level.
For non-urgent health concerns, ask about the range of community health services available at the centre, including immunization, travel health, and well baby clinics, to avoid unnecessary ER visits.
If you are experiencing domestic violence or unsafe home circumstances, the on-site Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) provides confidential, non-judgmental support — you can ask any staff member to connect you.
Patients requiring specialized care beyond what is available locally may be transferred by medevac to Peace River or Edmonton — bring a list of current medications and contact numbers for family members in case of transfer.
The facility's Equipment Loan Program can help patients recovering from surgery or receiving palliative care access needed medical equipment for home use — ask about eligibility during your visit.
What to Bring
Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
Government-issued photo ID
List of all current medications, including dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral letters
Personal health number and emergency contact information
Comfortable clothing appropriate for waiting and examination
Payment method for any applicable prescription or parking fees
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Grimshaw/Berwyn Community Health Centre have a doctor in the emergency department at all times?
The facility operates a Virtual Emergency Physician program that provides additional physician support during periods when an on-site emergency doctor is unavailable, ensuring patients have access to physician-level care 24/7.
Can the Grimshaw ER handle serious or critical emergencies?
Yes. The emergency department is equipped to stabilize serious cases and, when necessary, arrange medevac air transport to higher-level facilities such as the Peace River Community Health Centre or the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton.
What is the Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) at this facility?
DART is a specialized support service available to patients of any gender who are experiencing domestic violence. Services are provided confidentially and without judgment, and include information, referrals to local supports, help contacting law enforcement or Children's Services, access to safe accommodations, transportation, and follow-up support.
Does the Grimshaw health centre offer services beyond emergency care?
Yes. In addition to emergency care, the centre offers laboratory and X-ray services, pharmacy, continuing and palliative care, home care, social work, immunization clinics, travel health, well baby and breastfeeding clinics, and much more — making it a comprehensive community health hub.
Is the Grimshaw/Berwyn Community Health Centre accredited or recognized for quality care?
The emergency team at the facility received the 2023 RhPAP Rhapsody Health-care Heroes Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to rural health care in Alberta.
What if I need medical equipment at home after discharge from the Grimshaw health centre?
The facility operates an Equipment Loan Program that provides short-term loans of medical equipment — such as walkers, wheelchairs, or other aids — for patients recovering from surgery or receiving palliative care at home. Ask a staff member about eligibility during your visit.