The Headwaters Health Care Centre is the license holder of the Dufferin County Paramedic Service (DCPS) and has been a provider of land ambulances for more than 50 years.
The Service operates with three stations: Headquarters located in Orangeville and satellite stations in Shelburne and Grand Valley.
When do I call 9-1-1?
Always call 9-1-1 in a medical emergency, which includes (but is not limited to):
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Sudden severe pain
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Choking
- Uncontrollable bleeding
- Sudden dizziness or vision problems
- Sudden weakness, numbness, and/or tingling in the face, arms, or legs
- Sudden difficulty speaking
- Difficulty rousing or waking someone
How can I help while waiting for paramedics?
There are several ways you can help while waiting for help.
- Clear a path to the patient
- Unlock doors
- Turn on outside lights
- Secure pets
- Clear cars from your driveway
- Obtain medications and health card for the patient
- Have someone wait out front, if possible
Contact Paramedic Services
If this is an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.
325 Blind Line
Orangeville, ON L9W 4W9 519-941-9608
Orangeville, ON L9W 4W9 519-941-9608