Community Health Centres of Northumberland

Mental Well-Being Educational Workshop Series
2022-05-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto)
Join our Social Worker, Pam and Social Work Student, Em to learn about coping with stress and anxiety and to explore self-care strategies.
Coping with Stress: This workshop will define and help you understand what stress is, how stress affects our bodies, and explore healthy coping strategies to manage our stress.
Thursday, May 26th 2022 | 1 pm to 3 pm | via Zoom
Coping with Anxiety: This workshop will discuss anxiety, causes and signs of anxiety, and explore ways to cope with anxiety to enhance our health and wellbeing.
Thursday, June 9 2022 | 1 pm to 3 pm | via Zoom
Exploring Self-Care: This workshop will explore self-care, why self-care is important, and help you create and practice a self-care routine.
Thursday, June 23rd 2022 | 1 pm- 3 pm | via Zoom
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

2021-2022 Virtual Annual General Meeting
2022-06-27 17:00 - 19:00
YOU’RE INVITED!!

You’re invited to attend the Community Health Centres of Northumberland (CHCN) virtual Annual General Meeting on Monday June 27, 2022 at 5:00pm on Zoom. Join us to hear about all of the exciting developments that have occurred over the last year !

To register, please contact Jill Williams at 905-885-2626 ext 269 or jwilliams@porthopechc.ca

Movement and Motion
2022-07-04 10:00 - 11:00
Designed for community members age 55+, who are wishing to improve their balance and range of motion regardless of their current ability level. The program will be led by trained volunteers, who ensure the program is run in a safe manner. Classes can be done seated or standing.
Mondays | July 4th to July 25th, 2022 | 10am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Active Fit and Fun
2022-07-05 10:00 - 11:00
Designed for community members ages 55+ who are wishing to improve their cardio, strength, balance and flexibility regardless of their current ability level. The program will be led by trained volunteers, who ensure the program is run in a safe manner. Classes can be done seated or standing.
Tuesdays and Thursdays | July 5th to July 28th, 2022 | 10am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Yoga - Virtual
2022-07-05 17:30 - 18:30
Ursula will guide you through a floor based yoga practice from the comfort of your own home. Yoga has many benefits such as increasing flexibility, improving breathing, and helping one to live a healthy and stress-free lifestyle. Participants of all fitness levels welcome.

Thursdays | July 5th to July 26th | 5:30pm | Via Zoom | FREE
Tuesdays | July 7th to July 28th | 9:30am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Yin Yang Yoga - Virtual
2022-07-06 09:30 - 10:30
A Yin Yang Yoga class blends two styles of yoga in one practice. It brings together the benefits of longer stretch poses with traditional hatha sequences to work on strength, flexibility and stamina. By balancing your Yin and Yang your energy flow will increase, giving you a peaceful balanced mind and body.

Wednesday | July 6th to July 27th | 9:30am to 10:30am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Chair Yoga - Virtual
2022-07-06 11:00 - 12:00
Using the aid of a chair our yoga instructor will guide you through a series of movements. Poses are done seated or the chair is used for support during standing poses and bends.

Wednesday | July 6th to July 27th | 11am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Plants to Plates - In Person
2022-07-11 10:00 - 12:00
Plants to Plates is a food education program for children which was developed by the Ecology Action Centre. This program takes a “Plants to Plates” approach, pairing kitchen skill building with garden activities and making connections between how food is grown and how to prepare nutritious, tasty meals. *Receive a kitchen tool with each class to build your own beginner set*
Mondays July 11th to August 22nd (no class Aug 1st)
10:00am to 12:00pm
6 Sessions (Sign up for one or all six)
Ages 7 to 10
99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope (Community Kitchen)
$5 per class
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280 (Leave your name, phone number, names and ages of kids and what you would like to sign up for)

Dancing with Skylar - In Person
2022-07-12 13:30 - 15:30
This FREE summer program is offered to ages 8 to 11. Participants will have the opportunity to learn dance skills in jazz and hip-hop. The classes will include a fun warm-up, stretching and technique, dance combinations to all the best music and some fun activities. Put on those dancing shoes and come join us! Needed for the class: Running shoes or bare feet (no socks).
Tuesdays July 12th to August 16th
1:30pm to 3:30pm
6 sessions
Ages 8 to 11
99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope (room 205)
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280 (Leave your name, phone number, names and ages of kids and what you would like to sign up for)

Home Alone Course
2022-07-15 10:00 - 12:00
This FREE virtual course will provide youth with the skills and knowledge that will assist them in being confident about staying home alone. Through interactive games and activities participants will learn about how to stay safe in various situations and what to do in case of an emergency.
Friday July 15th or Friday August 12th
10:00am to 12:00pm
Ages 10 to 14
Via Zoom
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280 (Leave your name, phone number, and name and age of child)

Dancing with Skylar
2022-07-19 13:30 - 15:30

Caregiver Support Group - Virtual
2022-08-29 08:00 - 17:00
Are you looking to connect with other caregivers? This support group meets the first and third Friday of every month and provides information, support, and follow-up for active caregivers.
Fridays Sept 2nd, 16th, Oct 7th, 21st, Nov 4th, 18th, Dec 2nd 16th 2022 | 9:30am to 10:30am | Via Zoom
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Health BEAT Learning Series - Preventing Diabetes - In-Person
2022-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Health education workshops on a variety of topics aimed at helping you to better manage your health.
Preventing Diabetes
Would you like to learn little changes you can make to try to prevent type 2 diabetes? All Canadians over 40 are at higher risk. Come participate in Diabetes Jeopardy !
Thursday Sept 15th 2022 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Rm 205
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Movement and Motion - In Person
2022-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Designed for community members age 55+, who are wishing to improve their balance and range of motion regardless of their current ability level. The program will be led by trained volunteers, who ensure the program is run in a safe manner. Classes can be done seated or standing.
Mondays | September 19th to December 19th, 2022 | 10am | 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Rm 205 | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Nordic Pole Walking - In Person
2022-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Come out and join our trained Nordic Pole Walking Instructors as they take you on a 30-45 minute walk around the neighbourhood. Participants will be shown how to properly use the poles and will be taken through a series of warm-ups before starting the walk. Please bring your own poles if you have them, we have a few poles that can be borrowed for the duration of the program and will be sanitized before and after each class.
Mondays | September 19th to November 21st 2022 | 1pm | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Relax and Renew: Restorative Yoga - In Person
2022-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Restorative yoga focuses on relaxation of the mind and body. Bolsters, straps and other props will be used to support the body in various postures which allows one to move towards a state of balance.

Mondays | September 19th to December 19th, 2022 | 1pm to 2pm | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Active Fit and Fun - Virtual
2022-09-20 10:00 - 11:00
Designed for community members ages 55+ who are wishing to improve their cardio, strength, balance and flexibility regardless of their current ability level. The program will be led by trained volunteers, who ensure the program is run in a safe manner. Classes can be done seated or standing.
Tuesdays and Thursdays | September 20th to December 20th, 2022 | 10am | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Just the Basics: Diabetes - Virtual/In-Person
2022-09-20 17:30 - 19:00
Have you been recently diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? This workshop now being offered virtually and in-person includes a discussion of the basic facts about managing diabetes, healthy eating, and physical activity.
Tuesday Sept 20th or Nov 15th 2022 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm | Via Zoom
Monday Oct 17th or Dec 19th 2022 | 1:30pm to 3:00pm | Rm 144A&B
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Yoga - Virtual
2022-09-20 18:00 - 19:00
Ursula will guide you through a floor based yoga practice from the comfort of your own home. Yoga has many benefits such as increasing flexibility, improving breathing, and helping one to live a healthy and stress-free lifestyle. Participants of all fitness levels welcome.

Thursdays | September 22nd to December 22nd | 9am | Via Zoom | FREE
Tuesdays | September 20th to December 20th | 6pm | Via Zoom | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Yin Yang Yoga - In Person
2022-09-21 09:30 - 10:30 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
A Yin Yang Yoga class blends two styles of yoga in one practice. It brings together the benefits of longer stretch poses with traditional hatha sequences to work on strength, flexibility and stamina. By balancing your Yin and Yang your energy flow will increase, giving you a peaceful balanced mind and body.

Wednesday | September 21st to December 21st 2022 | 9:30am to 10:30am | 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Rm 205 | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Chair Yoga - In Person
2022-09-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Using the aid of a chair our yoga instructor will guide you through a series of movements. Poses are done seated or the chair is used for support during standing poses and bends.
Wednesday | September 21st to December 21st 2022 | 11am | 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Rm 205 | FREE
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Diabetes Cooking Workshops - In Person
2022-09-23 09:30 - 12:30 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Diabetes Cooking Workshops are hands-on cooking
classes which are offered to those living with prediabetes, type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Each workshop will be conducted by a Registered Dietitian, who is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. Fee $5.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern)
Autumn Flavours
Fall is here again, bursting with colours & flavours! We invite you to warm up to fall with this hands on cooking session. In this class, we’ll try different fall flavour combinations and discuss healthy food choices for the season.
Friday Sept 23rd or Oct 21st 2022 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen
Holiday Cooking
Planning ahead for the holiday season? We know that eating right can be difficult all year round, and the holidays present a whole new set of challenges. In this session, we will prepare both traditional and modern holiday treats with a healthy, diabetes-friendly twist!
Friday Nov 18th or Dec 16th 2022 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Book Club - In Person
2022-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Join us throughout the year as we explore different themes, topics and adventures. This group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month to discuss the books of choice.
Tuesday | Sept 27th, Oct 25th, Nov 22nd, Dec 20th 2022 | 1pm | 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Rm 205 | FREE
September Book: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Type 2 Diabetes Support Group 18+ - Virtual
2022-09-28 14:00 - 15:00
The Type 2 Follow-up group is a one hour session where clients who are managing well and do not need frequent visits will have an opportunity to check-in with a diabetes educator and learn about various topics of diabetes self-management (for example, what is an A1C, Stress Management) in a supportive group setting. Currently for clients who are managing diabetes via lifestyle management or on oral medications.
Wednesday Sept 28th, Nov 30th and Dec 28th 2022 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm | Via Zoom
Thursday Oct 27th 2022 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm | Rm 205
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Men's Cooking Club - In Person
2022-09-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Get back into the kitchen with Adam Hudson, our Community Dietitian, as he welcomes back any men who are looking to learn a few things around food skills, or, add to your existing knowledge. Each class will be centered around making a meal together, and of course, enjoying and tasting all of the delicious dishes! Fee $5.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern)
Friday Sept 30th, Oct 28th, Nov 25th 2022 | 10:00am to 12:30pm | Community Kitchen
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Ladies Social Teas - In Person
2022-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
Throughout the year the CHC hosts themed social gatherings for ladies where we enjoy a chat, a cuppa and some games. Such themes include a fall tea, christmas treats, winter tea and a Canada day party. Registration is required
Tuesday Oct 4th and Dec 13th 2022 | 1:00pm | Rm 205
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

CLOSED - Thanksgiving
2022-10-10 08:00 - 17:00

Collective Kitchen for Single Older Adults - In Person
2022-10-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Community Health Centres of Northumberland, 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3S4, Canada
This program is designed for those living alone and looking to cook together! This group meets once a month and creates three main dishes, one soup or one salad to take away. We assign tasks and duties as a group. Please bring your own containers suitable for freezing and reheating. This is a hands on workshop. Fee $8.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern)
Friday Oct 14th, Nov 11th, Dec 9th 2022 | 10:00am to 12:30pm | Community Kitchen
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Health BEAT Learning Series - Ask the Experts - Virtual
2022-10-27 11:00 - 12:00
Join Sandra (RN) and Ben (RPN) as they discuss and answer your questions around getting your annual influenza vaccine. The time of year has come to consider your annual influenza (Flu) vaccine. In addition to protecting ourselves from Covid over the past couple of years, the influenza vaccine is also recommended as risks still exist for catching the flu.
Thursday Oct 27th 2022 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Via Zoom
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280

Health BEAT Learning Series - Fighting the Winter Blues - Virtual
2022-11-01 18:30 - 19:30
Fighting the Winter Blues
It’s common for our energy and mood to feel lower in the fall/winter months, as the days get shorter. Are you curious about what seasonal depression is, and how to recognize it in yourself? Maybe wondering how to cope a little better through the grey months of the year? Join our Mental Health Nurse Brooke for a chat on seasonal depression and what you can do to combat it!
Tuesday Nov 1st 2022 | 6:30pm to 7:30pm | Via Zoom
To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
