Hospital in Meaford, Ontario

Brightshores Health System - Meaford

Part of Brightshores Health System.

Address
229 Nelson Street West, Meaford, ON N4L 1A3
Emergency department
Yes, 24 hours
Type
Hospital
Operator
Brightshores Health System
Phone
519-538-1311
Website
www.brightshores.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 and severe illness.

How to access: No referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated August 2026

Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists assess and treat conditions that affect the muscles, nerves, and bones, including work or sports or motor-vehicle collision injuries, chronic conditions, and recovery after an operation (hip and knee surgery).

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated August 2026

Palliative care

Palliative Care

Inpatient Medical Care (Acute Care)

15 inpatient beds for investigation and/or treatment of patients of all ages. Provides palliative care services. Two cardiac-monitored beds, one telemetry unit.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated August 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: Medical referral required
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation: Medical referral required

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

We don't list a retirement community within 10 km of this hospital yet.

Frequently asked questions

Does Brightshores Health System - Meaford have an emergency department?

Yes. Brightshores Health System - Meaford is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.

Does Brightshores Health System - Meaford offer rehabilitation?

Yes. It lists orthopedic rehabilitation.

Does Brightshores Health System - Meaford offer palliative care?

Yes, Brightshores Health System - Meaford 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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