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April 27, 2026 Port Hope, Ontario — The Community Health Centres of Northumberland is pleased to welcome today’s announcement of new interprofessional Primary Care Team (IPCT) funding that will expand access to primary care services across Northumberland County. Through this investment, CHCN has been allocated $913,000 to strengthen primary ...

Dear CHCN Community, For those I haven’t yet had the chance to meet, my name is Chiara (pronounced Key-are-ah) and I joined CHCN last December, as the new Executive Director.  I wanted to take a moment to introduce a little bit about myself, and share a few updates on ...

By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland The Mobile Community Food Markets held in Grafton over January and February continue strong, organizers say, and more dates have been added – March 24, April 7 and 21, and May 5 and 19. From 2 to 3 pm on these days, visitors to St. ...

Last month the Rotary Club of Port Hope donated $5,000 to the Community Health Centres of Northumberland. In the photo from left to right: Jan Boycott from the Rotary Club of Port Hope; Chiara Campitelli-Thompson, Executive Director of Community Health Centres of Northumberland; and Robert Gibson from the Rotary ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRES OF NORTHUMBERLAND PORT HOPE, ON – December 15, 2025 The Community Health Centres of Northumberland announces the successful conclusion of their search for a new Executive Director as they welcome Chiara Campitelli-Thompson into the role, starting December 15th, 2025. Chiara is the former ...

Why Muscle and Bone Health Matter for Healthy Aging As we age we naturally lose muscle and bone strength— especially after age 50. This can lead to: Reduced mobility Higher risk of falls, fractures, and osteoporosis Trouble with daily activities (e.g., getting up from a chair, climbing stairs) Slower ...

The Community Health Centres of Northumberland will be holding our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at our centre located at 99 Toronto Road, Port Hope. To attend, please register by contacting Jill Williams at (905) 885-6226 x269 or [email protected].

Dear Northumberland Community, As we step into the vibrant season of spring, I’m excited to share with you all the wonderful developments and initiatives happening at the Community Health Centres of Northumberland. This season represents growth, renewal, and hope – values that resonate deeply with our mission to enhance ...

With every start to the New Year comes the opportunity for a fresh start and new beginnings. It has become a common practice to start the new year with resolutions or goals to help them lead healthier lives.  For many people, quitting smoking is one of them, especially if ...

Ray shares how his world has opened up since being referred by his nurse practitioner to the many local programs offered for older adults aged 55+. From isolation to connection, explore social prescribing opportunities for older adults through Ray’s story. Watch Ray’s Story