Health
Hospital Services
The Boundary Trails Health Centre is a 94 bed acute care regional facility. Services included are Home Care, Public Health, Mental Health, Emergency, Ambulatory Care Clinics, Intensive Care, Observation, Diagnostics, Laboratory, Medical, Surgery, Day Surgery, Obstetrics, Chemotherapy, Dialysis, Rehab/Assess and Rehab Services OT/PT, Speech and Audiology. It is located at the Junction of Highways #3 & #14 between Morden and Winkler.
Emergency Medical Services
The Emergency Service is open 24 hours a day and should only be used in emergencies. Ambulance service IS NOT covered by the government and will cost you more than $200. An ambulance should be called in life-threatening situations. Dial 911 if there is an emergency.
If you need to see a Doctor quickly, you can go to the community clinic, Agassiz Medical Centre, located at 115-30 Stephen Street, or call 822-4474 to see if there are any appointments open for the day. You can also go to the After Hours Clinic at the Agassiz Medical Centre, open from Monday to Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. If not, go to the emergency room at Boundary Trails Health Centre. Whenever you go to a clinic or emergency room you will be asked for your Manitoba Health Number.
Boundary Trails Place
This following aerial photo shows the Boundary Trail Place, which is a “Medical Mall” for many services such as medical, massage therapy, eye care, chiropractics, fitness, physiotherapy, adult education, immigration etc.
Family Doctors
Residents are able to see their family doctor for general health problems or for regular check-ups by visiting the new Agassiz Medical Center, which can accommodate up to 16 doctors and is located at the Boundary Trails Place. Appointments are necessary to see a family doctor or a specialist. If you have health records from your country or province, bring them with you to show to your new doctor. This is especially important if you or your family requires immunizations or special treatment.
To get a family doctor or book a Doctor's appointment, call the Agassiz Medical Centre at 822-4474.
Chiropractors
Chiropractors provide care for musculo-skeletal ailments; acute and chronic conditions that include back and neck pain, headaches, sports and workplace injuries and motor vehicle accidents.
Chiropractic Treatment in Manitoba is partially covered by Manitoba Health Insurance. Chiropractors charge a fee for the portion not covered by medicare. Autopac(MPI), Workers Compensation Board and Department of Veterans Affairs all cover 100% of the cost of chiropractic treatments and do not require a referral from a medical doctor. Many employers in the area provide their employees with additional health care plans. These plans also cover chiropractic treatments.
In Morden there are three chiropractic offices to serve you:
Boundary Trails Chiropractic Centre
1-34 Stephen St.
Morden R6M 2G3
822-6464
Dr. Garry Murray
Grass Roots Chiropractic & Wellness Centre
384 Stephen St.
Morden R6M 1T5
822-6770
Dr. Gary Malenchak
Morden Chiropractic Centre
515 Stephen St.
Morden R6M 1E7
822-5403
Dr. Alain Kolt & Dr. Irene Oliviero
Dentists
Dental care is not covered under Manitoba Health Insurance. The cost of dental care is usually covered through reasonable payments by the patient or through privately purchased dental insurance. Some jobs offer package benefit plans for their employees.
In Morden, there are 2 clinics that provide dental service:
Boundary Trails Dental Centre
401A North Railway St.
822-6259
Care Dental Corporation
34 Stephen St.
822-5506
Eye Care
Eye Care is not covered under Manitoba Health Insurance. You have to pay all costs for eyeglasses, contact lenses and eye-care. If you are less than 19 or over 65 years old you can receive one free eye examination each year.
In Morden, there is one family Eye Care Centre to serve you:
Focal Point - Comprehensive Vision Care
32 Stephen Street
822-5478
Medication and Prescriptions
There are many different kinds of medicines that you can buy at a Drug Store (Pharmacy). Some medication can only be obtained by prescription while others can be bought over the counter. Medication is not covered by Manitoba Health Insurance. If you are unsure which medicine to buy, you can ask the pharmacist. Check with the pharmacist regarding PharmaCare assistance (government assistance based on income and amount of medication used.)
In Morden, there are 3 Pharmacies to serve you:
BeeWell Apothecary
822-5222
Pharmasave
822-4444
Shoppers Drug Mart
822-4403
Drinking Water
Town tap water is regulated to meet health standards for drinking. Rural properties should not be sold without drinking water that passes government standards. If you are considering buying a property that is not connected to town or municipal water be sure to inquire about the water and find out if it passes government standards. Bottled water is found at most grocery stores in Morden.
Public Health
Public Health nurses provide a variety of services including immunizations for all ages, prenatal classes, postpartum home visitation and follow up, breast-feeding assistance, travel immunizations and are a good resource for health related questions.
Public Health Nurse
331-2158
Well-Connected Manitoba
822-9646
Pregnancy Crisis Centre
822-9591
Assisted Living & Care for the Elderly
The Tabor Home offers many services including:
- Geriatric Services
- Adult Day Care & Programs
- Meals On Wheels
- Community Handi-Van
It is located at 230 9th Street South
Phone: 822-4848
Funerals
Funeral expenses are the responsibility of the family.
In Morden there are 2 funeral homes to serve you:
Doyle's Funeral Chapel
822-2045
Wiebe's Funeral Home
822-4755