The Community Health Centres of Northumberland is now offering a number of virtual programs via Zoom and Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN).
If you are new to Zoom, you will find some links from TechCoaches to get you started below:
The following programs are now being offered virtually through Zoom or OTN:
Active Fit and Fun
Led by trained volunteers in a safe manner, Active, Fit & Fun is designed for community members age 55+ seeking to improve their strength, balance, and flexibility regardless of their current fitness level. Exercises can be done seated or standing.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays | September 14th to December 21st, 2021 | 10am | Via Zoom | FREE
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Movement and Motion
Designed for community members age 55+, who are wishing to improve their balance and range of motion regardless of their current ability level. Join us virtually as we guide you through a gentle movement class to some music. 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 13th to December 20th, 2021 | 10am | Via Zoom | FREE
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Gentle Yoga
Yoga instructor Ursula will guide you through a gentle yoga practice from the comfort of your own home. Yoga has many benefits such as increasing flexibility, improving breathing, helping with balance, and helping one to live a healthy and stress-free lifestyle. Participants of all fitness levels welcome.
- Wednesdays | October 6th to December 15th | 9:30am to 10:30am | Via Zoom | FREE
- Wednesdays | September 23rd to December 16th | 5:30pm to 6:30pm | Via Zoom | FREE
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Nordic Pole Walking – In Person
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. Participants will also need to do a self-screening before attending a class.
- Monday | Starting September 13th | 1pm
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Women’s Book Club – In Person
Join us as we explore different themes, topics, and adventures. This group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month on Zoom to discuss the book of choice. Participants will need to be screened before attending the session.
- Tuesdays September 28th, October 26th, November 23rd and December 21st, 2021 | 1pm | 99 Toronto Rd, Room 205
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
- Please note proof of vaccination will be required to attend this in-person session.
Women’s Social Teas
Join us from the comfort of your own home for our seasonal social teas. We will enjoy some fun games, chit chat, treats and of course tea. Space is limited as tea kits will be provided to participants before each virtual gathering.
- Tuesday Sept 14th and Dec 14th, 2021 | 1pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Caregiver Support Group
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 September 3rd and 17th, October 1st and 15th, November 5th and 19th, December 3rd and 17th | 9:30am to 10:30am | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Home Alone Course
This FREE 2 hour virtual 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 November 26th | 10:00am to 12:00pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Community Dietitian Talks
Harvest Cooking – Join Adam as he explores a variety of dishes that will be inspired by whatever fresh produce is available from the fall harvest! We are sure that some of these recipes will be perfect to bring to the table for Thanksgiving dinner!
- Friday Oct 1st, 2021 | 11am to 12:30pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Soups and Stews – As the weather gets cooler it is the perfect time to experiment with some warm one-pot dishes. Adam will lead the group through a variety of hearty soups and stews to help you through the cold months to come.
- Friday Nov 5th, 2021 | 11am to 12:30pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Party Time! – Party time! Whether you plan on hosting or attending a Christmas Party, or ring in the new year, join Adam as he will lead you through a number of party pleasing recipes in time for the holidays!
- Friday Dec 3rd, 2021 | 11am to 12:30pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
Just the Basics
Have you been recently diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? This workshop, now being done virtually over Zoom, includes a discussion of the basic facts about managing diabetes, healthy eating, and physical activity. You can participate in this workshop with a phone, tablet/iPad or computer.
- Tuesday Sept 21st, Oct 19th, Nov 16th or Dec 21st 2021 | 6:30pm to 8pm | Via Zoom
- To sign up, please email: workshops@porthopechc.ca or call 905-885-2626 ext 280
