Record #: GBA2858 | Last Modified: 16 Dec 2020 | Last Full Update: 14 Dec 2020 |
Description | |
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Description (Service) | A three-month exercise and counselling program for adults who have had a heart event in the past two years. The supervised program takes place at the YMCA and a home based program is available for those that are eligible. Assessment is done by a Registered Nurse, and if necessary the program Medical Advisor. Individual exercise guidelines are based on stress test results when available and monitored by the YMCA Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist. Includes:
Joint program of Grey Bruce Health Services and YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce. For more details, check the website or call. |
Service Details | |
Hours | Tue and Thu 8 am-4 pm Home program: as arranged with the Cardiac Rehabilitation team |
Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
Eligibility | Ages: 19 year(s) and up Adults who have had a heart concern within the last two years (for example heart attack, bypass surgery). |
Application | Medical referral required. Physician or cardiologist first makes a referral to the program, individual will then be contacted by office for an appointment. Referral found on www.gbhs.on.ca |
Languages | English |
Fees | None ; covered by OHIP |
Address and Location | |
Located In Community | Owen Sound |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | 10th St E and 7th Ave |
Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Contact Information | |
Office Phone | 519-376-4832 |
Fax | 519-376-2063 |
Website | https://www.gbhs.on.ca/cardiac-rehab |
Primary Contact | Crystal Kingshott, Department Secretary, Cardiac Rehab; Email: cardiacrehab@gbhs.on.ca |
Categories | |
Service Categories | Fitness Classes |
Service Category Groups | Sports / Recreation |