Emergency Paramedics in the Community (EPIC)
FEATURES
Program Features:
- operated by Winnipeg Fire & Paramedic Service, and staffed by paramedics
- provides early health assessments & intervention planning to Winnipeg patients who are identified as top users of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Emergency Department Services
- operate two teams
- connection with HIV patients
REFERRAL CRITERIA
- individuals who frequently access Emergency Services
- individuals who would have an at-risk referral from EMS when they arrive on scene
REFERRAL PROCESS
Service providers may contact EPIC teams directly:
EPIC 1: Operates out of Main Street Project, 75 Martha Street) 204-918-2758
EPIC 2: 204-330-4612
Email: KarenMartin@winnipeg.ca