Exterior shot of Garratt Wellness Centre during the day.  The parking lot is visible in the foregound.

The Richmond Community Respiratory Program provides education and strategies to self-manage chronic lung conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchiectasis or pulmonary fibrosis to stay healthy and avoid hospital admissions.

How to access

  • Check eligibility

    We service clients with chronic lung conditions such as asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), bronchiectasis or pulmonary fibrosis.

  • Get a referral

    A referral is required. Have your family doctor, nurse practitioner or respirologist complete the Richmond Community Respiratory Program referral form and fax the completed form to (236) 454-1097.

    Richmond Community Respiratory Program referral form

Hours of operation

Currently closed
  • Monday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Thursday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Friday:   8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday:   Closed
  • Sunday:   Closed

Parking & Transportation

Free parking is available.

Driving to the centre:

  • From Blundell Road go north (right) onto Cheviot Place
  • Turn right onto Chelmsford Street
  • Turn left onto Chelsea Road
  • Turn right onto Chelsea Place

Taking the bus to the centre:

  • Take bus #402 Brighouse Station/Two Road
  • Bus stop is at Cheviot Place
  • Walk to Wellness Centre is 0.5 km (5 minutes). Follow the brown signs posted with the street signs
  • For routes and times, use Translink's trip planner

Garratt Wellness Centre

​Garratt Wellness Centre offers programs, education and resources to help Richmond residents live well and connect to improve the quality of their lives. It promotes independence and empowers people to improve or maintain their health through increased awareness of and access to health promotion services.

Asthma & Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Education Programs

Asthma & COPD self-management education services provide education and tips on managing asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) at home.