Island Innovations in Community Paramedicine + More Wins!

MIH-CP in Action: Moose Jaw’s Growth, Bargersville’s Launch, and PEI’s Impact + Trivia!

June 04, 2025

Thanks for rolling with us on another journey into the world of mobile integrated healthcare and community paramedicine.

A little peak behind the curtain. Trivia was supposed to be a one-off segment but we were delighted to see the engagement it got.

Since this is a slow week for MIH-CP news we’re going to have two stories sandwich a quick MIH-CP trivia section filled with questions on companies and the space itself.

Let’s dive in: 🚐❤️

Content Overview:

  1. Trivia

  2. Moose Jaw’s CP Expansion

  3. Myth Busting in MIH-CP

  4. Bargersville Fire Department Ventures into Mobile Health

  5. Community Paramedicine Makes a Splash at Island EMS

    Total: 2 minutes

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Expansion

Since launching in April 2021, Moose Jaw’s Community Paramedicine team has become a critical link in delivering primary healthcare to underserved populations. Led by pioneers Angela Sereda and Cari Evenson-Carlton, the team provides mobile care ranging from wound treatment and chronic disease management to mental health support and in-cell assessments at the Moose Jaw Police Service.

Despite the program's success, funding challenges persist. After the pilot phase, financial support for services like long-term care and primary healthcare was not renewed, leaving the team reliant on Mental Health and Addictions funding. Nevertheless, their efforts have reduced emergency department visits and eased pressure on hospital resources, demonstrating the value of community-based care.

  • “If you’ve seen one EMS system, you’ve seen them all.”
    Not even close. Every EMS system has its own challenges, community needs, and structure. What works in one place may not fit in another.

  • “EMS is just a side hustle to real healthcare.”
    This myth is not only wrong, it’s harmful. EMS teams are essential to the healthcare system, often serving as the first and sometimes only point of care for vulnerable populations. They’re not outsiders; they’re foundational.

  • “The fire service never changes.”
    There's a stereotype that fire departments are stuck in the past. But many are leading innovation in mobile health, finding creative ways to serve their communities better every day.

  • “Give it to a medic or firefighter and they’ll break it.”
    This old joke has overstayed its welcome. Medics and firefighters are problem-solvers who routinely make life-and-death decisions. They deserve more credit than a punchline.

  • “Community paramedicine is just about preventing hospital readmissions.”
    Reducing readmissions is helpful but CP programs also do so much more. They help with chronic disease, mental health, housing issues, and navigating care systems. It’s about whole-person care, not just avoiding hospital penalties.

Julota's MIH-CP software empowers community paramedics to deliver smarter, more connected care by simplifying fragmented data and streamlining processes. With real-time patient insights, automated reporting, customizable workflows, secure HIPAA and CFR-42-compliant collaboration, and actionable analytics, Julota enables impactful care and improved outcomes. Designed to bridge healthcare and social determinants of health, it helps your program stay ahead of change.

New Program

On May 22, 2025, the Bargersville Community Fire Department and Johnson Memorial Health announced a new Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) initiative aimed at reducing emergency room visits and improving in-home care for residents of Johnson County. The program will deploy paramedics and healthcare professionals to assist patients with chronic conditions, post-hospitalization follow-ups, and preventive care directly in their homes. This collaboration seeks to bridge gaps in the local healthcare system, particularly for underserved populations, and is expected to enhance patient outcomes while alleviating pressure on emergency services.

Flexibility

One year after their introduction, Prince Edward Island’s Community Paramedic Response Units (CPRUs) have responded to over 1,000 low-urgency medical calls, resulting in fewer u

nnecessary emergency department visits and more than 275 scheduled follow-up appointments conducted in patients' homes. Staffed by Advanced Care Community Paramedics, these units provide in-home assessments, treatments, and help patients navigate the healthcare system. Health officials report that CPRUs have improved patient experiences, alleviated pressure on emergency departments, and optimized the use of healthcare resources across the province.

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