There is a door-to-door service for non-emergency medical appointments. Island Health has promoted the program. The service is not at capacity. Drivers are screened through Island health to provide the FREE service. The patient may have a companion accompany them to their appointment. Depending upon the type of medical appointment, door-to door service can be provided the same day or when it is needed. Two day advance notice is required to receive service. The service could also be used for patients discharged from the hospital and need to make it back home (again, they do need to provide 2 days notice).
Community members can access this information publicly at the link below:
https://www.islandhealth.ca/patients-visitors/travel-assistance-non-emergency-medical-care
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