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Cardio and Conditioning Group
This beginner exercise group is lead by trained fitness instructors and allows participants to work at their own pace while improving their cardiovascular, strength and flexibility fitness levels. Classes held at Cencourse apartments, Friendship Hall, 30 Tuscarora. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.
Yoga for Wellness Group
Learn the practice of yoga to experience a number of health benefits including increased flexibility, strength, calmness, stress reduction, better breathing and body awareness. Pre-registration required. Monthly classes held at Cencourse apartments, Friendship Hall, 30 Tuscarora. ContactLaura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.
Chronic Disease Management Program (CDSMP)
Community-based client education six week course developed by the Stanford Patient Education Research Centre that teaches individuals the skills needed to manage day-to-day challenges of living with a chronic health condition. Contact: Wendy Gatti at (519) 255-9940 ext. 359 for more information.
Healthy Cooking on a Budget
City Centre Staff (dietitian and health promoter) offer a six-week series in which participants prepare and cook recipes related to healthy eating on a budget. Educational topics pertaining to food preparation and food safety, nutrition information and food purchasing skills are also covered. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.
Breathing Easy (Smoking Cessation)
Breathing Easy is an 8 week smoking cessation program which offers support and education to adults who are either trying to cut down on the number of cigarettes smoked and/or wish to quit smoking. Topics covered include: the benefits of quitting, goal setting, identifying triggers, the effects of smoking on our health, stress management and lifestyle options. Contact Laura Liebrock as (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.
Asthma Clinic
The Primary Care Asthma Program (PCAP) is an evidence-based asthma program intended to provide primary care providers with decision aids to support best practice regarding asthma assessment, diagnosis and management. The asthma care program is delivered within a multidisciplinary team of primary care providers with the support of a Certified Asthma Educator. The Educator designs, develops, delivers and evaluates asthma programs. Contact our health care centre at (519) 971-0116 for more information.
Hepatitis C Treatment Program
This program can help with Hepatitis C case identification, disease status monitoring, patient education and counseling and direct nursing support. Contact our health care centre at (519) 971-0116 for more information.
Foot Care Program
Primary and advanced foot care services provided by certified professionals. Education and information is also offered on prevention, care and health maintenance of feet. Contact our health care centre at (519) 971-0116 for more information.
Diabetes in Action
Manage your diabetes with the help of a nurse and dietitian on site at City Centre Health Care. Please contact our health care centre at (519) 971-0116 for more information.
Food for Thought
Food for thought is a six week support and education program with a focus of learning healthy methods of coping with moods and reducing mindless eating habits. This program is for women 18 years of age and older who find that they are eating in response to their feelings rather than in response to hunger. Contact Melissa Strachan at (519) 255-9940 ext. 118 for more information.
Anxiety Group
Ongoing and open weekly group designed to help persons better cope with their anxiety. A variety of relevant topics are explored to assist participants in coping with their everyday life situations. Contact Melissa Strachan at (519) 255-9940 ext. 118 or Wendy Gatti at (519) 255-9940 ext. 359 for more information.