The way
human care
should be .
Refuah V’Chesed is a nonprofit organization that strives to
provide life-saving guidance and support for people in medical crises
With your help, we can continue to save lives, improve efficiencies in the Quebec healthcare system, and improve our services and care to those that need it most
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Filling the Gaps in the
Québec Healthcare System
With the help of our over 200 volunteers and our team of medical professionals, we’re here to make sure you get the healthcare you deserve
Bridging the Gap
Your medical emergencies cannot wait. Unfortunately there can be long wait times, and confusion as to where to receive the best care right away. Refuah V’Chesed has made it their mission to help people see the right specialists, and receive the proper treatment on time. Because of our amazing team and volunteers, we’ve helped countless families navigate the healthcare system, and receive life saving treatment at no extra cost.
The Extra Mile
We’re deepening the definition of the word “care.” In addition to our main referral department, we offer an array of case management, transportation and hospitality services. Such services include: transportation to and from appointments, providing Kosher food, entertainment for children and seniors and so much more. We know how difficult it is for families to deal with a sick loved one, which is why we’re with you every step of the way.
We Make It Easy
We shave off all medical jargon, and explain diagnoses to our patients with absolute clarity. Communicating the right information is the first step to effective treatment. Our team will explain your illness, and make sure you understand treatments, lifestyle adjustments and keep you informed all the way through.
Human,
Meet Humans
We are a compassionate group of professionals who are dedicated to providing you with guidance and support during the most difficult times of serious illness. We understand the emotional toll that illness can take on individuals and their loved ones, and we are here to offer comfort and care every step of the way.
Clear, Efficient, and
Backed by Heart.
What we do (and what we don’t):
We do our best to see patients with emergencies RIGHT AWAY, where we always prioritize life-threatening situations. We care about our patients and want to help. However, if your situation is not critical, please understand there is a possibility that you may need to wait.
Our Team
Our Services
- In-Hospital Spirit-Lifters:
volunteer singers, musicians, and story-tellers visiting patients on a weekly basis. - Chesed On Wheels:
rides to-and-from the hospital. - Emergency Transport:
air transfers + cross-border emergency transfers.
- Mental Health Assistance:
health extends beyond the physical. - Palliative Care:
for the times when care is only possible at home. - Comfort Food:
kosher snacks in hospital fridges across Montreal.
- 1. Jewish General Hospital:
2nd floor Pavillion B, room 263
The Kessner Chesed Room - 2. Jewish General Hospital (Emergency room)
Emergency room at the entrance to the Raz unit - 3. St. Justine Hospital:
In the cafeteria, one flight down from the main entrance – next to Jean Coutu. - 4. Royal Victoria Hospital:
Royal Vic. 6th floor Pavillion D South,
family room Room D 06.1211
- 5. Montreal Children’s Hospital – Royal Vic:
Emergency floor, room next to the vending machines in the main cafeteria of the Glen.
Room C S1.0211 (Easy access from the Royal & MCH section). - 6. St Mary’s hospital:
Pavilion A, Floor 1, in the cafeteria next to the vending machines. - 7. Montreal General Hospital:
Montreal General Hospital, 4th floor, at the Cafeteria, next to the vending machines.
Care
Our advanced medical referral service is only one side of
the coin. We truly go above and beyond for
our patients:
- In-Hospital Spirit-Lifters:
volunteer singers, musicians, and story-tellers visiting patients on a weekly basis. - Chesed On Wheels:
rides to-and-from the hospital. - Emergency Transport:
air transfers + cross-border emergency transfers.
- Mental Health Assistance:
health extends beyond the physical. - Palliative Care:
for the times when care is only possible at home. - Comfort Food:
kosher snacks in hospital fridges across Montreal.
Fridge Locations
Fridge Locations in 7 Hospitals:
- 1. Jewish General Hospital:
2nd floor Pavillion B, room 263
The Kessner Chesed Room - 2. Jewish General Hospital (Emergency room)
Emergency room at the entrance to the Raz unit - 3. St. Justine Hospital:
In the cafeteria, one flight down from the main entrance – next to Jean Coutu. - 4. Royal Victoria Hospital:
Royal Vic. 6th floor Pavillion D South,
family room Room D 06.1211
- 5. Montreal Children’s Hospital – Royal Vic:
Emergency floor, room next to the vending machines in the main cafeteria of the Glen.
Room C S1.0211 (Easy access from the Royal & MCH section). - 6. St Mary’s hospital:
Pavilion A, Floor 1, in the cafeteria next to the vending machines. - 7. Montreal General Hospital:
Montreal General Hospital, 4th floor, at the Cafeteria, next to the vending machines.
Testimonials
Contact
Refuah V’Chesed – Referrals • Advocacy • Support
E-mail us directly at: info@refuahvchesed.org
or use our contact form.
Operations Centre:
420 Beaubien West Street, Suite 101
Montreal, QC H2V 4S6
Admin office:
5655 Ave Du Parc, Suite 204
Montreal, QC H2V-4H2
Phone: (514) 357-2167
Fax: (514) 419-2733
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Our care-centric,
human method attracts
The number of patients who are reaching out to benefit from our life saving referral and guidance services has increased from 0 in 2015 to almost 19,000 in 2018. It’s contributions from people just like you that allow us to maintain our level of care as our clinic rapidly expands.
All of our life saving services have been sponsored by donors. And same goes for our other services, we are able to keep our ambulette gas tank full and hospital fridges stocked all thanks to your support.