Temporary closure of the Vanard Wellness Centre for SMART rehabilitation works
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
by Ministry of Health
THE CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED FROM THURSDAY, JULY 10, FOR A PERIOD OF SIX MONTHS.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs informs the public that the Vanard Wellness Centre will be temporarily closed from Thursday, July 10, 2025, for a period of six (6) months, to facilitate rehabilitation works under the OECS Regional Health Project, funded by the World Bank.

Effective Thursday July 10, 2025, all Primary Health Care Services normally offered at the Vanard Wellness Centre will be redirected to the Jacmel Wellness Centre. Home visits and outreach services in the community of Vanard will continue as usual to support patients requiring care.

Jacmel Wellness Centre Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

The Ministry has arranged free transportation for residents of Vanard and surrounding communities via shuttle on ONLY Medical (Doctor’s) Clinic days. The shuttle will be available on Mondays for transportation to the Anse La Raye Wellness Centre and on Thursdays to the Jacmel Wellness Centre. Residents are also encouraged to access other healthcare services at Jacmel Wellness Centre or the nearest Community Wellness Centre.

Please note that the schedule and further information for the shuttle service will be published in a separate press release. The Ministry sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for its patience, support and cooperation as we work to improve healthcare delivery.

For further information, please contact the Jacmel Wellness Centre at 468-7727 or Community Nursing Service at 468-5321 or 468- 5381.

Ministry Officials

  • Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire / Minister
  • Hon. Guibion Ferdinand / Parliamentary Secretary
  • Vernet St. Omer-Fontenelle / Director of Information Services