Groves Memorial Community Hospital launches GMCH’s @Home program

Partnering with Bayshore Integrated Care Solutions to provide care for patients with complex health needs when discharged from the hospital

FERGUS, ON – Monday, November 24th, 2025 — Groves Memorial Community Hospital (GMCH), in partnership with Bayshore Integrated Care Solutions (ICS), is making it easier for patients to safely transition from hospital to home with the launch of GMCH’s @Home — a new program that provides coordinated, compassionate care where it matters most: at home.

GMCH’s @Home is designed to support patients, over the age of 18 with complex health needs, in the critical first weeks after hospital discharge, helping them recover comfortably. The program includes a dedicated team of nurses, personal support workers, coordinators, and social workers who ensure patients receive the right care at the right time.

“Our goal with GMCH’s @Home is to make the first few weeks after leaving the hospital as smooth and supported as possible,” said Matt Smith, VP Quality and Clinical Services and CNE, GMCH. “This program allows us to extend hospital-quality care into our patients’ homes, ensuring they have the help they need to recover safely and confidently.”

"We're proud to partner with Groves Memorial Community Hospital to launch the @Home program, which supports patients to transition smoothly from hospital to home," said Danielle Holler, Regional Director at Bayshore Integrated Care Solutions. "We believe recovery happens best at home. This program allows us to deliver personalized, quality care that helps patients regain their independence after hospitalization."

“By partnering with Bayshore HealthCare, we’re helping people stay well and independent at home, while reducing unnecessary hospital readmissions,” states Smith. “This service will ensure a smooth transition for patients going home after a hospital stay and free up bed space for those who need it most.”

GMCH received funding from the Ontario government to operate the @Home program. “This funding represents a part of our government’s plan to strengthen our healthcare system,” said Joseph Racinsky, MPP Wellington-Halton Hills. “I heard loud and clear from residents in Wellington County that they want faster and more flexible access to care. This partnership will enable more people in our community to live, heal, and thrive in their own homes.”

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About Wellington Health Care Alliance:

The Wellington Health Care Alliance (WHCA) is comprised of three, rural, acute care hospitals: North Wellington Health Care, with hospital sites in Mount Forest (Louise Marshall Hospital) and Palmerston (Palmerston and District Hospital) and Groves Memorial Community Hospital located in Fergus. Each hospital provides a comprehensive range of surgical, inpatient and outpatient services, including 24/7 emergency care. For more information, please visit whca.ca

About Bayshore HealthCare:

Bayshore HealthCare is a mission focused, Canadian family-owned, trusted health and home care partner. The company aims to enhance the quality of life, well-being, dignity and independence of Canadians of all ages. With a nationwide presence that includes over 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies, and 100+ community care clinics, Bayshore employs more than 18,000 professionals and paraprofessionals who deliver over 20 million hours of care to more than 400,000 Canadians annually. The organization has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2006. For more information, please visit bayshore.ca

Media Contacts:

Groves Memorial Community Hospital

Alison Armstrong

(519) 843-2010 x 47614 aarmstrong@whca.ca

Bayshore HealthCare

Public Affairs & Communications

1-800-668-9490 media@bayshore.ca