Hospital in Grimsby, Ontario

Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln

Part of Hamilton Health Sciences.

Address
169 Main Street East, Grimsby, ON L3M 5J5
Emergency department
Yes, 24 hours
Type
Hospital
Operator
Hamilton Health Sciences
Phone
Main Information Desk: 905-521-2100
Website
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca

Emergency care

In an emergency, call 911. The emergency department is open 24 hours.

Emergency Department

Emergency room care. Doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries or severe illness. Emergency Department Wait Times: www.hamiltonemergencywaittimes.ca.

How to access: No referral required * call or walk in

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated July 2026

Rehabilitation

Inpatient Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation Low Intensity

8-bed hospital inpatient program for people who would benefit for low intensity rehabilitation activities. Typical stays last 25 to 30 days.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated March 2026

Palliative care

Palliative Care

Niagara West Palliative Care Team

An inter-disciplinary team of health care providers who provide coordinated medical, nursing and psycho-spiritual care services as well as bereavement care services to individuals facing life-threatening illness and their family. Team works in consultation with the family physicians, Home and Community Care, community service provider agencies, West Lincoln Memorial hospital, Long term-care facilities and McNally House Hospice. Team travels to meet people in the most appropriate setting of care.

How to access: Palliative Care Physician requests require a referral from family doctor, or attending physicians

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated March 2026

Referrals

Many hospital programs for older adults need a referral from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or Ontario Health atHome care coordinator. Here is what each program says:

  • Palliative Care: Palliative Care Physician requests require a referral from family doctor, or attending physicians
  • Inpatient Rehabilitation: Medical referral required

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

Other hospitals nearby

All hospitals in Grimsby

Frequently asked questions

Does Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln have an emergency department?

Yes. Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.

Does Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln offer rehabilitation?

Yes. It lists inpatient rehabilitation.

Does Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln offer palliative care?

Yes, Hamilton Health Sciences - West Lincoln lists palliative care services.

Location from the Ontario Ministry of Health's service provider locations; services from Ontario Health atHome's healthline directory. Senior Care Path is not affiliated with this hospital. Details change, so confirm with the hospital before you go.

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