Community Health Centre

A Community Health Centre (CHC) is a non-profit, publicly funded organization that provides primary health care from a team of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, registered dietitians, social workers and community health workers. The multidisciplinary team ensures the patient gets the right care, at the right time, delivered by the most appropriate provider. The focus of a CHC is on health promotion, illness prevention, and community development. 

Langs works with a shared model of care. As a new patient you will be assigned to a team that includes a physician and nurse practitioner. We work very hard to ensure our patients sees the most appropriate provider to deal with their health concerns. This means that sometimes you may see your Physician/Nurse Practitioner, or another Physician/Nurse Practitioner who has available time in their schedule. Choosing to see only the Physician is not an option. If your condition can be managed by another provider, that is who you will be scheduled to see.

A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse with advanced university education who provides personalized, quality health care to patients. Ontario nurse practitioners provide a full range of health care services to individuals, families and communities in a variety of settings including hospitals and community based clinics in cities and smaller towns in Ontario. They work in partnership with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals such as social workers, midwives, mental health professionals and pharmacists to keep you, your family and your community well.

NPs have the competency to diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe all medications, and perform medical procedures. They work with individuals and families to manage illness or chronic conditions, prevent illness through health screening, and promote wellness through education and community resources. In essence, NPs bring together the medical knowledge needed to diagnose and treat illnesses with the values and skills of nursing.

Langs Community Health Centre:
The Langs CHC provides service to the residents of the Cambridge community. Individuals need to complete registration forms to become a patient. Call 519 653-1470 x 343 for more information.

North Dumfries Satellite Community Health Centre:
The North Dumfries CHC provides service to the residents of North Dumfries Township including Ayr, Roseville, Branchton, Clyde, Drumbo, New Dundee and Plattsville. Individuals need to complete registration forms to become a patient. Call 519 632-1229 x 2221 for more information.

Once eligibility is confirmed, patients are invited to attend an intake session at their CHC where they will learn about the services offered and the patient’s rights and responsibilities. Patients will be booked in for a ‘meet and greet appointment’ where they will meet and discuss their health care needs with a provider from their CHC.

Appointment Booking

You must book an appointment to see a provider. If other family members need care they must also have their own appointment. Some appointments, such as prescription renewals and health reviews, can be pre-booked for a later date. Online Booking is available for most appointment types. Use the links above to pre-book an appointment.

Some urgent appointments may be available by calling in the morning; phone lines may be busy; thank you in advance for your patience.  Langs wants you to see the right providers at the right time. Please be prepared to share the reason for your visit so staff can book the appropriate provider and length of time required for your appointment.

Patient Handbook

Please download the current Patient Handbook for your location.

Langs CHC Patient Handbook

North Dumfries CHC Patient Handbook

Demographic Information

Langs collects demographic data to provide us with a bigger picture of who we serve. It allows for better planning for services and care. Overall, our goal is to ensure our patients have access to the highest quality of care.

Langs Patient Demographic Information Brochure

Langs works with varied allied health partners to provide needed care for patients who lack the resources to access these services. Please talk to your provider to discuss what is available to you.

Langs is grateful for the support these professionals provide to our patients through the donation of their time and skills.

The Interprofessional Primary Care (IPC) Team is a multidisciplinary team focused on serving those who are homeless or precariously housed, often struggling with mental health and addiction. The team is comprised of a physician, a nurse practitioner, a registered practical nurse, a community outreach worker, and a registered social worker. The goal is to provide flexible, mobile, multidisciplinary care to individuals who have difficulty accessing health care and are disconnected from typical primary care services.

The IPC model focuses heavily on outreach to vulnerable/complex individuals through partnerships with other community-based organizations throughout the region.

Location Outreach sites include (but are not limited to):

• Bridges shelter
• MACS Drop In 150 Main
• Haven House
• Monica Place
• Anselma House
• House of Friendship
• Encampment sites for those living rough
• Temporary shelters/housing