Midhurst/January 30, 2025 – In response to the growing need for alternative healthcare options for those facing financial pressures, the County of Simcoe has stepped forward to fund Compassionate Care Without Barriers (CCWB) which will support in expanding their hours of operation.
Located at Trinity Anglican Church in Barrie, CCWB provides barrier-free, all-encompassing health care services for acute and chronic conditions, primarily to the unhoused and marginalized populations, including refugees and newcomers. This initiative is supported through the County’s Social & Community Services division.
Quick Facts
- Location: Trinity Anglican Church, 24 Collier Street, Barrie
- Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Thursday, by appointment only.
- Booking Phone Number: 705-417-2763
Quotes:
“Thank you to the team at Compassionate Care without Barriers for all their efforts in supporting those in need. By investing in community partners and programs such as this, the County of Simcoe is reinforcing our commitment towards building up the care, lives and hope of our most vulnerable residents.” ~ Warden Basil Clarke
“Having the support of the County of Simcoe has enabled us to provide a much-needed service for our most vulnerable population.” ~ Jo-Anne Flood, Founder and President, CCWB
“We are very excited to be involved in the expansion of Compassionate Care Without Barriers addressing the primary care needs of the homeless and marginalized in our community.” ~ Brenda Brown, Nurse Practitioner, CCWB
“Many people in our community are denied the right to accessible healthcare. This is especially true for our neighbours who are unhoused, don’t have money, or don’t have OHIP. I am grateful that CCWB and Simcoe County are working to address this discrepancy, and I am excited to contribute to this effort.” ~ Dr. MacKenzie Chown, Physician, CCWB
About Compassionate Care without Barriers Barrie
Since opening their doors in July 2023, CCWB has been committed to promoting wellness through barrier-free health care services that address the unique needs of the marginalized: treating the whole person with dignity & respect. Visit their Facebook page for more details.
About County of Simcoe
County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.
