Health and Wellness Programs

Blood Pressure and Healthy Eating

Learn how to eat healthy to help lower your blood pressure. A four week program. Contact Claudia Hoyos at (519) 255-9940 x111 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 altogether. Topics covered include: the benefits of quitting, goal setting, identifying triggers, the effects of smoking on health, stress management and lifestyle options. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.

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 Street. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.

Dance Fitness

A low intensity exercise program with latin styles of music and dance. Designed for adults who are not used to exercising or are limited physically. A fun atmosphere with lots of health benefits. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.

Fats and your health

Learn how to wisely choose healthy food and how to prepare healthy, flavourful meals. Contact Claudia Hoyos for more information

Healthy Cooking on a Budget

City Centre Staff (dietitian and health promoter) offer a six-week series in which participants observe cooking demonstrations and learn recipes related to healthy eating on a budget. Educational topics pertaining to food preparation, food safety, nutrition information and food purchasing skills are also covered. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.

Healthy Weight Loss Program

Learn to the basic skills to lose weight and keep it off. A six week program designed to help you start a healthy plan for losing weight. Contact Claudia Hoyos at (519) 255-9940 ext. 111 form more information.

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions

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.

Overcoming Anxiety Group

Ongoing and weekly group designed to help persons cope with their anxiety. A variety of relevant topics are explored to assist participants in coping with their everyday life situations. Contact Wendy Gatti (519) 255-9940 ext. 359 for more information.

Socially Speaking Group

This is a six week group for persons who because of a chronic illness find it difficult to be in social settings and desire to actively increase their comfort level. Examples of group themes will include: living mindfully, developing a relationship with self, conversation skills, assertiveness skills, healthy boundaries, and relaxation skills. Contact Wendy Gatti at (519) 255-9940 ext. 359 for more information

Yoga for Wellness (once a month)

A beginner’s yoga class which focuses on breathing, calmness and stress reduction. Health benefits include increased flexibility, strength, better breathing and body awareness. Yoga promotes harmony of body, mind and spirit. Contact Laura Liebrock at (519) 255-9940 ext. 353 for more information.