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Chair Yoga

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

Using the aid of a chair our yoga instructor will guide you through a series of movements. Poses are done seated or a chair is used for support during standing poses and bends. Mondays | Jan 15th to Mar 25th 2024 | 11:30am to 12:30pm | Hybrid, In Person and Zoom | Donations welcome | (10 weeks) Wednesday | Jan 17th to Mar 27th 2024 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Hybrid, In Person and Zoom | Donations welcome | (11 weeks)

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Restorative Yoga

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

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 | Jan 15th to Mar 25th 2024 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm | Rm 205 | Donations welcome | (10 weeks) Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

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Active Fit and Fun

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

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. Don’t want to exercise alone? Join the instructor virtually from our Centre in room 205. Tuesday and Thursday | Jan 16th to Mar 28th 2024 | 10:00am to 11:00am | Hybrid, In Person and Zoom | FREE Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 240 or email [email protected]

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Yoga

Yoga has many benefits such as increasing flexibility, improving breathing, helping with balance and helping one to live a healthy and stress free lifestyle. Yoga is a floor based program. Tuesdays | Jan 16th to Mar 26th 2024 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm | Via Zoom | Donations welcome | (11 weeks) Thursdays | Jan 18th to Mar 28th 2024 | 9:00am to 10:00am | Via Zoom | Donations welcome | (11 weeks) Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

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Yin Yang Yoga

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

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 | Jan 17th to Mar 27th 2024 | 9:30am to 10:30am | Rm 205 | Donations welcome | (11 weeks) Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

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Diabetes Cooking Workshops

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

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) Fibre Friday Including fibre in your diet is a great way to help manage your diabetes and to help you stay satisfied for longer! We’ll look at several ways to increase the fibre content of your meal without sacrificing flavour. Friday Jan 19th 2024 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Heart Healthy Month In honour of Heart Month, we’ll be creating recipes that help to boost your heart health. Healthy fats, whole grains, vegetables and fruits, reduced sodium – we’ll explore all these and more in February’s cooking session. Friday Feb 16th 2024 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Mexican Fiesta Winter dragging on? Beat the winter blahs with a taste of Mexico! We’ll be making and enjoying traditional Mexican dishes bursting with flavours and colours. Friday Mar 15th 2024 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

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Book Club

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

Throughout the year we will meet to discuss the book of choice and enjoy a cup of tea in a fun and positive space. Tuesday Jan 23rd, Feb 27th, and Mar 26th 2024 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm | Rm 205 Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9:00am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 240 or email [email protected]

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Home Alone Course

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

This FREE 2.5 hour course will provide youth ages 10-14 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 | Feb 2nd 2024 | 9:30am to 12:00pm| 99 Toronto Rd | Rm 205 | FREE Friday | Mar 12th 2024 | 1:00pm to 3:30pm| Port Hope Library | FREE Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

Social Gatherings

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

Throughout the year the CHC hosts themed social gatherings where we enjoy a chat, a cuppa and some games. Such themes include a fall tea, Christmas treats, winter tea and a summer party. Winter Tea | Tuesday l Feb 13th 2024 | 1:00pm | Rm 205 Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

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Just the Basics: Diabetes

Community Health Centres of Northumberland 99 Toronto Rd, Port Hope, Ontario

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 Feb 20th 2023 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm | Via Zoom Monday Jan 15th and Mar 18th 2023 | 1:30pm to 3:00pm | Rm 144A&B Registration starts Wednesday December 13th at 9am. To register call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected].