Community Health Centres of Northumberland

08/19/2026

Thanks to everyone who completed our survey about "The Weekly Health Beat" on Northumberland897 - we very much appreciate your feedback and comments and can't wait to talk to you again starting in the fall. Until then, we hope you enjoy a variety of previous episodes as we get ready for another season of Health Information and Education. We also want to congratulatate Maureen H on winning $25 for our Community Food Market - which runs every Thursday here at the CHCN from 1-4pm. Happy shopping Maureen!

08/19/2026

If you are a caregiver seeking some support, connection and education please visit ohtnorthumberland.ca for more information

Something exciting is coming for caregivers in Northumberland County.

This September, the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland and St. Peter's Anglican Church are launching the Caregiver Speaker & Social Hour Series. A new free monthly program designed to provide practical information, local resources and opportunities to connect with others who understand the caregiving journey.

Each month, local experts will share helpful advice on topics including:
✔Understanding the caregiver journey
✔Caregiver wellness and mental health
✔Navigating senior care options
✔Healthy aging and frailty prevention
✔Emergency preparedness
✔Understanding behaviour changes
✔Financial, legal, and estate planning

Following each presentation, stay for coffee, refreshments and conversation during our Social Hour.

👉St. Peter's Anglican Church, Cobourg
👉Beginning September 17
👉Free to attend (registration required)

Visit our website for registration details and information about our first session. We look forward to welcoming you! https://www.ohtnorthumberland.ca/spotlight/events

08/18/2026

Our Mobile market will be in Colborne tomorrow, Wednesday Aug 19th from 2-3pm, at our usual spot, Mystic Avenue Yoga and Wellness Studio. Come say hi and purchase some farm fresh food at great prices. For additional food support you can also visit Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank at the Colborne library during the same time for their free market. See you soon neighbours!

08/18/2026

Forest bathing (Shinrin-Yoku in Japanese) means slowing down and connecting with nature through your senses. It’s not exercise—it’s about presence, awareness, and relaxation.

First you can learn about Forest Bathing in an educational workshop on Wednesday September 2nd and then on Thursday September 10th OR Tuesday September 15th you can practice the skills to relax and be mindful in nature. Please follow the registration instructions on the poster below.

If you have already attended part 1- you can register for part 2 only.

08/18/2026

Imagine helping someone smile for the first time in years.

Many of our patients have gone without dental care because of financial barriers. Restoring a smile means so much more than fixing teeth—it helps people eat comfortably, find employment, laugh with confidence, and improve their overall health and well-being.

We're looking for a compassionate, patient-centred Associate Dentist (Independent Contractor) to join our community-focused, non-profit dental clinic.

Curious about what makes our clinic different? We'd love to meet you! We invite you to reach out, tour our clinic, and get to know our incredible team before you even apply.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

To learn more or apply, visit our Indeed page at: https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Community-Health-Centres-of-Northumberland-3/jobs

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

No one should have to choose between buying food and purchasing menstrual products.
That's why we're grateful to be part of United Way Northumberland's Period Promise program. By making menstrual products available through our Food Cupboard, we're helping reduce barriers and ensure everyone can access these essential items with dignity and respect.
Together, we can build a community where everyone has what they need to thrive.

08/12/2026

💙 Community is at the heart of everything we do

Today we proudly presented $1,868 to the Community Health Centres of Northumberland Diabetes Education Program through our July Local Love Project.

Throughout the month of July, 1,868 ballots were completed at Sweetleaf and with $1 donated by TeamHamlinHomes for every ballot, together we turned those entries into $1,868 for our community ❤️

Thank you to everyone who shopped local, entered the giveaway and helped support another incredible local program.

Special thank you to Sweetleaf for continuing to partner with us on the Local Love Project and generously providing the monthly giveaway prize.

Together, we’re making a difference 🫶🏼one ballot at a time.

❤️ Supporting Local Together

08/12/2026

📻 Over the summer, The Weekly Health Beat, CHCN's weekly radio show, has been airing some favourite episodes from past years to continue providing our community with positive health messages and education. This week, we replayed a show on Digital Health that originally aired in October, reminding listeners of best practices for using technology safely and staying protected online.

During the episode, listeners were encouraged to complete a short CHCN survey and provide feedback on the radio show. Using the link below, take just 30 seconds to complete the survey for a chance to win a $25 CHCN Community Food Market gift card. The Community Food Market is thriving this summer, offering an incredible selection of fresh, local foods from our area's amazing farmers.

🎉 https://CHCN.me/Radio

Contest closes Sunday, August 16 at midnight.

🎙️ To learn more about The Weekly Health Beat and listen to past episodes, visit: https://chcn.me/listen

08/11/2026

The Help Centre & Legal Centre of Northumberland will be available at Community Health Centres of Northumberland to provide free, confidential legal advice and support next week on Tuesday August 18th.

📅 Third Tuesday of Every Month
🕑 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 99 Toronto Road, Port Hope
Get assistance with:
🏠 Housing support
🔒 Financial security issues
📝 Form completion

If you have questions or need more information, call 905-373-4464.
Together, we're helping connect our community with the support and resources they need.