CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DE SAINT-ANTONIN

Location & Access

286 Rue Principale, Saint-Antonin, QC G0L 2J0

Parking is listed as not available at this facility according to the Quebec provincial health directory. Visitors are advised to call ahead at 418-862-7993 to confirm current access arrangements before arriving.

Public transit access is not listed as available for this location according to the Quebec provincial health directory. Visitors are recommended to arrange private transportation.

About CENTRE D'HÉBERGEMENT DE SAINT-ANTONIN

The Centre d'hébergement de Saint-Antonin, located at 286 Rue Principale in Saint-Antonin, QC, is a long-term residential care facility (CHSLD) operated under the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent network. This facility provides long-term and temporary residential care for seniors and does not operate an emergency department or acute care services. Individuals in Saint-Antonin requiring emergency medical attention should contact 911 or proceed to the nearest hospital emergency department in Rivière-du-Loup, approximately 10 km away.

Services & Specialties

Long-term residential care (hébergement de soins de longue durée), Temporary residential care (hébergement temporaire), Supervised daily living support for seniors, Care coordination through CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent.

Amenities

• Residential care rooms for long-term and temporary stays
• On-site care staff available around the clock

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: As a residential care facility, there are no emergency wait times to consider. For planned visits to residents, calling ahead during regular daytime hours is recommended to confirm visiting arrangements.

Busier times: This facility does not have an emergency department, so there are no peak ER hours to avoid. If you need emergency care, proceed directly to the Rivière-du-Loup hospital at any time rather than coming to this address.

Tips Before You Go

• This is a long-term care home, not an emergency department — do not come here for urgent or acute medical needs.
• If you or someone else is experiencing a medical emergency in Saint-Antonin, call 911 immediately or go to the Centre hospitalier régional du Grand-Portage in Rivière-du-Loup.
• Admission to this facility is arranged through the local CLSC — contact your CLSC for information on eligibility and the application process.
• Always call ahead at 418-862-7993 before visiting a resident, as visiting policies and access arrangements may apply.
• Accessibility features at this facility are limited — confirm accessibility needs by phone before visiting, especially for visitors with mobility challenges.

What to Bring

• Valid Quebec health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie)
• Government-issued photo identification
• List of current medications and dosages
• Contact information for the resident's family or designated representative
• Any relevant medical history documents or care directives
• Personal comfort items for residents settling into long-term care
• Insurance or supplemental benefit information if applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

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 Quebec health data. Actual wait times may vary.

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