Join us for a special reception for Truth and Reconciliation Day on Friday September 30th, from 7-9pm, as we unveil our new Land Acknowledgement plaque with original artwork by local artist Fred Taylor of Curve Lake.  Enjoy some light refreshments as Fred shares his story as a residential school survivor and how he uses his art to heal from the anger and hurt he felt from the Mohawk Institute. Admission to this reception is free however reservations are required as seating is limited. This event was generously sponsored by Stockdale Masonry. For more information or to register please contact the museum office at 705-743-9710 or visit our website at www.phs-hutchisonhouse.ca

Annual event to combat violence against women.

Yoga has many benefits such as increasing flexibility, improving breathing, helping with balance and helping one to live a healthy and stress free lifestyle. Yoga is a floor based program.

Thursday | Sept 22nd to Dec 22nd | 9am to 10am | Via Zoom | FREE

Tuesday | Sept 20th to Dec 20th | 6pm to 7pm | Via Zoom | FREE

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

Restorative yoga focuses on relaxation of the mind and body. Bolsters, straps and other props will be used to support the body in various postures which allows one to move towards a state of balance.

Mondays | Sept 19th to Dec 19th 2022 | 1pm to 2pm | 99 Toronto Road, Port Hope | Rm 205 | FREE
 

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

Health education workshops on a variety of topics aimed at helping you to better manage your health.

Preventing Diabetes
Would you like to learn little changes you can make to try to prevent type 2 diabetes? All Canadians over 40 are at higher risk. Come participate in Diabetes Jeopardy!

Thursday Sept 15th 2022 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Rm 205

Ask the Experts - Flu Vaccine
Join Sandra (RN) and Ben (RPN) as they discuss and answer your questions around getting your annual influenza vaccine. The time of year has come to consider your annual influenza (Flu) vaccine. In addition to protecting ourselves from Covid over the past couple of years, the influenza vaccine is also recommended as risks still exist for catching the flu.

Thursday Oct 27th 2022 | 11:00am to 12:00pm | Via Zoom

Fighting the Winter Blues
It’s common for our energy and mood to feel lower in the fall/winter months, as the days get shorter. Are you curious about what seasonal depression is, and how to recognize it in yourself? Maybe wondering how to cope a little better through the grey months of the year? Join our Mental Health Nurse Brooke for a chat on seasonal depression and what you can do to combat it!

Tuesday Nov 1st 2022 | 6:30pm to 7:30pm | Via Zoom

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

The Type 2 Follow-up group is a one hour session where clients who are managing well and do not need frequent visits will have an opportunity to check-in with a diabetes educator and learn about various topics of diabetes self-management (for example, what is an A1C, Stress Management) in a supportive group setting. Currently for clients who are managing diabetes via lifestyle management or on oral medications.

Wednesday Sept 28th, Nov 30th and Dec 28th 2022 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm | Via Zoom

Thursday Oct 27th 2022 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm | Rm 205

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

People with diabetes, prediabetes or even people at risk for diabetes are more likely to develop heart disease. Join a Certified Diabetes Dietitian in learning how YOU can do your part to protect your heart.

Wednesday Nov 23rd 2022 | 1:30pm | Smart Room

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

Have you been recently diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? This workshop now being offered virtually and in-person includes a discussion of the basic facts about managing diabetes, healthy eating, and physical activity.

Tuesday Sept 20th or Nov 15th 2022 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm | Via Zoom

Monday Oct 17th or Dec 19th 2022 | 1:30pm to 3:00pm | Rm 144A&B

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

Diabetes Cooking Workshops are hands-on cooking classes which are offered to those living with prediabetes, type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Each workshop will be conducted by a Registered Dietitian, who is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. Fee $5.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern)

Autumn Flavours
Fall is here again, bursting with colours & flavours! We invite you to warm up to fall with this hands on cooking session. In this class, we’ll try different fall flavour combinations and discuss healthy food choices for the season

Friday Sept 23rd or Oct 21st 2022 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen

Holiday Cooking
Planning ahead for the holiday season? We know that eating right can be difficult all year round, and the holidays present a whole new set of challenges. In this session, we will prepare both traditional and modern holiday treats with a healthy, diabetes-friendly twist!

Friday Nov 18th or Dec 16th 2022 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen

To register email workshops@porthopechc.ca

Get back into the kitchen with Adam Hudson, our Community Dietitian, as he welcomes back any men who are looking to learn a few things around food skills, or, add to your existing knowledge. Each class will be centered around making a meal together, and of course, enjoying and tasting all of the delicious dishes! Fee $5.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern)

Friday Sept 30th, Oct 28th, Nov 25th 2022 | 10:00am to 12:30pm | Community Kitchen

To Register email workshops@porthopechc.ca