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Brightshores Reports Decline in 30-Day Mental Health Emergency Visits Since Launch of Wellness Centre

A new model of care at Brightshores’ Wellness & Recovery Centre is associated with a sharp decline in 30-day mental health and addiction ED visits across Grey Bruce hospitals.

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Miranda Miller
Feb 25, 2026
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Brightshores Owen Sound hospital

Brightshores Health System reports a significant decline in emergency department visits within 30 days of discharge for mental health and addiction patients, following the introduction of enhanced supports and the opening of its Wellness & Recovery Centre in Owen Sound.

According to data provided by Brightshores, 30-day em…

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