REACH Urgent & Primary Care Centre
Masks are not compulsory at REACH. However, if you have cold and flu like symptoms, masks are required for the protection of others
The REACH Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) provides care for people who require same-day, walk-in care for non-life-threatening issues, but do not require an emergency department.
Your family doctor or nurse practitioner knows you the best, but if you can’t see them, visit a UPCC for same-day, urgent care for non-life-threatening health concerns. UPCC patients who require medical attention within 12 to 24 hours can receive care for conditions such as:
High fevers
Sprains and strains caused by minor accidents or falls
Minor bleeding or cuts that require stitches
Minor burns that may require care
Mild to moderate breathing difficulty or asthma attacks
Sinus, oral or lung infections
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation
Skin conditions such as rashes or infections
Minor allergic reactions
Pain or burning when urinating
Non-severe new or worsening pain
New or worsening mental health concerns
This list is not exhaustive, and whether a UPCC is appropriate will depend on your specific situation. Always prioritize your health and safety.
Please look at our frequently asked questions for more information, and our hours page to see when when the clinic is open.
Please call HealthlinkBC on 8-1-1 for free health information and advice. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1 or go to the emergency department.
The UPCC Team
Which option is best for you?
Call 8-1-1
8-1-1 is a free provincial health information and advice phone line.
Health service navigators can connect you with a registered nurse, registered dietitian, qualified exercise professional or a pharmacist to help you get information you need to manage your health.
Primary Care Provider
For non-emergency health concerns call your primary Care Provider ( family doctor or nurse practitioner) first. Same-day urgent appointments are often available. Visit your primary care provider for the following:
Continuing care for ongoing health care concerns
Prescription renewals
Follow-up visits for chronic conditions
Follow-up visits for lab tests
Regular check-ups
Health promotion and disease prevention
Urgent and Primary Care Centre
The REACH UPCC serves people of all ages with non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries who need to be seen within 12-24 hours and are unable to see their Primary Care Provider. Visit the UPCC if you are experiencing:
Sprains and strains
Cuts, wounds or skin conditions
Fever and severe flu-like symptoms
Infections including chest, ear and urinary tract
Mild to moderate asthma
New or worsening pain
Prolonged nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Minor child illness and injury
Urgent food, shelter, financial, emotional needs
Emergency Department
For life-threatening illnesses or injuries that need to be assessed and treated immediately. Call 9-1-1 or visit the emergency department for the following concerns:
Suspected stroke
Suspected heart attack
Major trauma or injury
Major psychiatric illness
Head Injury with loss of consciousness
Poisoning or overdose
Hours
Monday to Saturday
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (with the last patient seen approximately one hour before closing)
Sunday and statutory holidays
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. (with the last patient seen approximately one hour before closing)
Patients will be prioritized according to urgency.
REACH provides innovative, high-quality primary health and dental care, and social, and educational services to support the physical and mental health and well-being of our community and individuals within it. We are a non-profit with funding from Vancouver Coastal Health, revenue from our dental clinic and pharmacy, and grants from community and governmental agencies. However, donations from our supporters can help us do more for our wonderful, diverse community.
Registered Charity Number 107877375 RR0001