Quieter times: St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre accepts patients by planned referral and transfer from acute care hospitals. There are no walk-in hours. Contact the admissions team or your acute care provider to arrange a transfer.
Busier times: As this is a referral-based rehabilitation facility and not an emergency department, there are no peak or off-peak times relevant to walk-in visitors. All admissions are scheduled in advance.
St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudbury, located at 1140 South Bay Road, is a Catholic health care organization specializing in rehabilitative, restorative, and long-term care for adults in Sudbury, Ontario — not an emergency department. The South Bay Road campus is home to St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre, the only standalone rehabilitative care hospital in Northeastern Ontario, helping patients transition back to independent living after acute care. Individuals requiring emergency medical care in Sudbury should proceed to Health Sciences North (HSN) at 41 Ramsey Lake Road, the region's acute care and emergency hospital.
Services & Specialties
Inpatient rehabilitative care (CARF-accredited), Restorative and transitional care for adults, Individualized daily functional activity programs, Therapeutic gym and exercise programs, Occupational therapy (dressing, grooming, kitchen, laundry skills), Physiotherapy and mobility rehabilitation, Long-term care (St. Joseph's Villa — 128 beds), Chaplaincy and ethics services, Transitional care planning for return to home or assisted living.
Amenities
Chaplaincy and spiritual care services
Ethics consultation services
Therapeutic gym
Independent living skills areas (kitchen, laundry, stair therapy)
This facility is a planned-admission, referral-based rehabilitative care centre — walk-in and emergency visits are not accepted here.
If you or someone you know needs emergency care in Sudbury, go directly to Health Sciences North (HSN) at 41 Ramsey Lake Road.
Patients are typically transferred to St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre from an acute care hospital — ask your care team at HSN about a referral if rehabilitation is needed.
Some services may involve additional accommodation fees; fee assistance is available through the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care — ask your care coordinator.
Contact the facility at 705-674-2846 in advance for visiting hours, parking, and any specific admission questions.
What to Bring
Valid provincial health card (e.g., Ontario OHIP card)
List of current medications and dosages
Comfortable clothing suitable for daily therapy exercises
Personal hygiene items and toiletries
Supportive footwear appropriate for physiotherapy
Contact information for your next of kin or substitute decision-maker
Any relevant medical records or discharge summaries from your referring hospital
Personal items for comfort during a longer rehabilitative stay (books, photos, etc.)
Parking
No specific parking details are publicly available for the 1140 South Bay Road campus. Visitors are advised to contact the facility directly at 705-674-2846 for current parking information.
Getting There
The South Bay Road campus is located near Laurentian University, at the intersection of South Bay Road and Rexdale Drive. Visitors should check Greater Sudbury Transit for current routes serving this area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does St. Joseph's Health Centre of Sudbury have an emergency department?
No. The 1140 South Bay Road campus does not operate an emergency department. It is a rehabilitative and long-term care facility. For emergency care in Sudbury, please go to Health Sciences North (HSN) at 41 Ramsey Lake Road.
How do I get admitted to St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre?
Admission to St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre is by referral and planned transfer only — typically from an acute care hospital such as Health Sciences North. Speak with your care team or discharge planner to request a referral.
What type of care does St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre provide?
The centre provides inpatient rehabilitative, restorative, and transitional care to help adults regain independence after illness, surgery, or injury. Programs include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, therapeutic gym use, and daily living skills training.
Is St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre accredited?
Yes. The centre holds CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accreditation for its Inpatient Rehabilitation Programs — Hospital, serving adults. It was first accredited in 2013.
What is the goal of rehabilitation at St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre?
The goal is to help patients transition back to independent living — whether returning home, to a retirement residence, or an assisted living environment — by maximizing their functional potential through individualized therapy programs.
Are there fees for staying at St. Joseph's Continuing Care Centre?
Some services may require additional accommodation fees. Fee assistance for basic accommodations may be available through the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Contact the facility at 705-674-2846 for details.
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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