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Altona Community Memorial Health Centre is a non-profit rural community hospital located at 240 5th Ave NE in Altona, Manitoba, operating under Southern Health–Santé Sud. The Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provides essential acute care services to residents of Altona and the surrounding southern Manitoba communities. With 22 acute care beds and access to on-site diagnostics including ECG, laboratory, and X-ray, this ER is well-suited for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions; patients with serious cardiac, stroke, trauma, or complex pediatric emergencies may be stabilized here and transferred to a larger regional centre.
Services & Specialties
Emergency Department (24/7), Laboratory services, X-ray imaging, Electrocardiogram (ECG), Holter monitoring, Telehealth consultations, Wound care, Minor procedures, Outpatient lab work, Meals on Wheels program, Public health and immunization services.
Amenities
Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
Eastview Place personal care home on the same grounds
Altona Clinic co-located on the same campus for primary care needs
For non-emergency health concerns, consider visiting the Altona Clinic, which is co-located on the same campus — this can help keep the ER available for urgent cases.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as a heart attack, stroke, or serious injury, call 911 immediately rather than driving to the ER.
Bring a list of your current medications and any known allergies — this speeds up triage significantly at a smaller community ER.
Visiting hours for admitted patients are generally 12–8 pm; confirm with staff if you are accompanying a patient being admitted.
Cell service and ride-share availability may be limited in rural Altona — arrange a return trip in advance if you are not driving yourself.
What to Bring
Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's licence)
Manitoba Health Card (provincial health card number)
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Method of payment for any applicable fees (e.g., parking, non-covered services)
Phone charger or portable battery pack
Snacks and water, especially if you anticipate a longer wait
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Altona Community Memorial Health Centre ER open 24/7?
Yes, the Emergency Department at Altona Community Memorial Health Centre is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.
What diagnostics are available at the Altona ER?
The facility has on-site laboratory services, X-ray, electrocardiogram (ECG), and Holter monitoring available to support emergency and outpatient care.
Can Altona Community Memorial handle serious emergencies like strokes or heart attacks?
The ER can assess and stabilize patients experiencing serious emergencies such as strokes, heart attacks, or major trauma. However, as a rural community hospital, complex cases may require transfer to a larger regional centre for definitive care. Always call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.
Is the Altona Clinic the same as the hospital emergency department?
No — the Altona Clinic is a separate primary care clinic co-located on the same grounds as the health centre. For non-urgent concerns, visiting the clinic rather than the ER is recommended and helps keep emergency resources available for critical cases.
How many beds does Altona Community Memorial Health Centre have?
The health centre has 22 acute care beds. It also shares its campus with Eastview Place, a personal care home with 65 beds, for a combined total of 87 beds on-site.
Is there parking available at Altona Community Memorial Health Centre?
Yes, free on-site parking is available. The facility is also wheelchair accessible, making it easy to reach the entrance from the parking area.