Is Seaforth Community Hospital ER open right now?

Yes, Seaforth Community Hospital emergency department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the nearest emergency departments to Seaforth Community Hospital?

The nearest emergency departments to Seaforth Community Hospital are: Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance - Clinton Public Hospital — 15 km away; South Huron Hospital — 24 km away; Alexandra Marine and General Hospital — 34 km away; Stratford General Hospital — 37 km away; St Marys Memorial Hospital — 38 km away. Current wait times are available at erstat.ca.

When is the best time to visit Seaforth Community Hospital emergency room?

ERstat tracks historical wait time patterns at Seaforth Community Hospital. Generally, early morning weekday hours tend to be quieter at most Canadian ERs. Check the 12-hour forecast on erstat.ca for Seaforth Community Hospital to plan your visit.

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Seaforth Community Hospital

Q: What is the current ER wait time at Seaforth Community Hospital?

Live wait time data is not currently available for Seaforth Community Hospital. Check erstat.ca for updates.

Open 24 hours. We can't estimate the wait here; comparable ERs run 1h 3m – 2h 24m.

No prediction available

We can't estimate this ER's wait right now

Comparable ERs typically run 1h 3m – 2h 24m

No staff here are reporting conditions, and historical data is too sparse for a reliable estimate.

Nearest with live data · 61 km

LHSC University Hospital

10h wait · updated 7 min ago

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Call the hospital 519-527-8404 Directions 24 Centennial Dr, Seaforth, ON

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Non-emergency options

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Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is currently available for Seaforth Community Hospital. As a general guide for small community ERs, mid-morning on weekdays (Tuesday through Thursday) tends to be less busy than evenings, weekends, or Monday mornings.

Busier times: Without historical wait data, general guidance applies: evenings (5 PM–10 PM), Friday and Saturday nights, and holiday weekends typically see higher volumes at community emergency departments. If your condition is not immediately life-threatening, consider visiting earlier in the day on a weekday.

Nearby Alternatives

Clinton Public Hospital

Clinton · 15 km away

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South Huron Hospital

Exeter · 24 km away

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Alexandra Marine and General Hospital

Goderich · 34 km away

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Stratford General Hospital

Stratford · 37 km away

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St Marys Memorial Hospital

St. Marys · 38 km away

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About Seaforth Community Hospital

Seaforth Community Hospital is a 20-bed community hospital located at 24 Centennial Dr in Seaforth, Ontario, offering 24-hour emergency department care to residents of Huron County and the surrounding rural region. The ED is staffed by physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals who assess and treat urgent and life-threatening injuries and illnesses, with no referral required to be seen. As part of the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA), patients requiring highly specialized care such as trauma, cardiac, or pediatric intensive services may be transferred to a larger partner facility such as Stratford General Hospital.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department, Diagnostic Imaging, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Complex Continuing Care (4 beds), Rehabilitation Services, Ambulatory Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic, Internal Medicine Clinic, Diabetes Education, Community Stroke Rehabilitation, Mental Health Support (SMALL Talk Program), Clinical Nutrition, Home and Community Care Support Services (on-site coordinator).

Amenities

Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities
On-site parking
Volunteer Inpatient Program (friendly visiting, therapy support, meal-time assistance)
On-site Home and Community Care Support Services coordinator

Other Care Options

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Tips Before You Go

No referral is needed to visit the Seaforth Community Hospital emergency department — you can walk in or call ahead at 519-527-8404.
Most emergency services are covered by OHIP; bring your health card to avoid delays at registration.
If you or a loved one requires highly specialized care such as cardiac intervention or pediatric intensive care, note that you may be transferred to Stratford General Hospital or another larger regional centre.
Seaforth is a rural community — if travelling from outside the area, plan your transportation in advance as no public transit routes serve the hospital.
For non-emergency questions about available services or visiting hours, contact the hospital directly or visit www.hpha.ca for up-to-date information.

What to Bring

Ontario health card (OHIP)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
List of known allergies
Any relevant medical records, test results, or referral documents
Personal comfort items for potential wait times (water bottle, snack, phone charger)
A support person or emergency contact information
Payment method for any non-OHIP covered services or parking

Parking

On-site parking is available for patients and visitors at Seaforth Community Hospital. The facility is wheelchair accessible. For specific parking rates and details, visit www.hpha.ca/parking or call 519-527-8404.

Getting There

Seaforth is a small rural municipality in Huron County with no formal public transit service to the hospital. Patients are advised to arrange private transportation. The hospital at 24 Centennial Dr is accessible by road via Highway 8.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seaforth Community Hospital's emergency department open 24 hours?

Yes, the emergency department at Seaforth Community Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Do I need a referral to visit the Seaforth Community Hospital ER?

No referral is required. The emergency department accepts walk-in patients at any time. You can also call ahead at 519-527-8404.

What is the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance and how does it affect my care at Seaforth?

Seaforth Community Hospital is a member of the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA), which also includes Clinton Public Hospital, St. Marys Memorial Hospital, and Stratford General Hospital. The Alliance shares a single administration and board, allowing coordinated care and patient transfers between sites when specialized services are needed.

Can Seaforth Community Hospital handle serious emergencies like heart attacks or major trauma?

The ED at Seaforth is staffed to assess and stabilize a wide range of urgent conditions. However, patients requiring highly specialized services such as cardiac intervention, major trauma care, or pediatric intensive care may be transferred to a larger regional hospital such as Stratford General Hospital.

Are there specialist clinics available at Seaforth Community Hospital?

Yes, ambulatory specialist clinics are offered on-site, including obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, diabetes education, and community stroke rehabilitation. A Home and Community Care Support Services coordinator is also available on-site. These clinics typically require a referral or appointment.

Is parking available at Seaforth Community Hospital?

Yes, on-site parking is available for patients and visitors. The facility is wheelchair accessible. For current parking rates and details, visit www.hpha.ca/parking or contact the hospital at 519-527-8404.

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About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Ontario health data. Actual wait times may vary.

This hospital does not publish a live wait, so the figure above comes from our model rather than from its own feed. We publish how that model performs where it can be checked, at the hospitals that do publish. See the accuracy scorecard, or how we work the number out.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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