FREE HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS 902-460-4560
How to Register: March - August • 902-460-4560 • Drop in 2018 • www.communityhealthteamTo Registercall 902-460-4560s.ca Visit us online: Register now www.CommunityHealthTeams.ca facebook.com/communityhealthteams @CHTs_NSHA WHAT IS A COMMUNITY HEALTH TEAM? A Community Health Team offers free wellness programs and services in your community. The range of programs and services offered by each Community Health Team are shaped by what we have heard citizens need to best support their health.
Your local Community Health Team: • offers free group wellness programs at different times and community locations to make it easier for you to access sessions close to home. • offers freewellness navigation to help you prioritize health goals and connect to the resources that you need. • works closely together with community organizations toward building a stronger and healthier community.
Meet friendly people and get healthier together at your local Community Health Team Bedford / Sackville Chebucto (Halifax Mainland) Community Health Team (CHT) Community Health Team (CHT) Bedford Place Mall 16 Dentith Road, Halifax 1658 Bedford Highway, Bedford Serving the communities of Spryfield, Fairview, Serving the communities of Beaver Bank, Bedford, Fall Clayton Park, Herring Cove, Armdale, Sambro Loop, River, Hammonds Plains, Lucasville, Mount Uniacke, the Pennants, Purcell’s Cove, Tantallon, Hubbards, Sackville, and Waverley. St.Margaret’s Bay, Beechville, Lakeside, Timberlea, Prospect, Hatchet Lake, and Hubley. Dartmouth Community Health Team (CHT) Halifax Peninsula 58 Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Community Health Team (CHT) Serving the communities of Dartmouth, Cole Harbour, Suite 105 6080 Young Street, Halifax Eastern Passage, Lawrencetown, Mineville, North and East Serving the communities of downtown, north end, Preston. south end, and west end Halifax.
WELLNESS NAVIGATION Are you stressed? Do you need help to find resources? Are you struggling with your health, money, housing, or mental health and don’t know where to go? Do you have concerns about your child’s mood or behavior? Do you want to join a group or feel more connected to your community? Navigators can find you the right services to help. Call 902-460-4560 to make an appointment to meet with a navigator. Navigators are health professionals who know health care, the community, and government systems. We can find the right resource for you. Navigators work with adults, children, youth, and families. We can meet you at a Community Health Team location or at a public location.
“They are like a system GPS. I feel like I have an ace in my pocket now with the wellness navigator. They take a different approach here.” - Community Citizen
FIND A FAMILY PHYSICIAN OR OTHER PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER If you are looking for a family doctor, nurse practitioner or other primary health care services, please call 811 or visit needafamilypractice.ca • To update or cancel your registraton please visit needafamilypractice.ca or call 811 • If you do not have an active NS Health Card number or cannot complete the online forms, please call 811 Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for help. • Call 911 in case of an emergency, or go to your nearest emergency department.
2 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca REDUCING YOUR HEALTH RISKS Building Better Sleep Join us for a discussion on how to promote better sleep in your life. Wednesday, March 21 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Bedford Public Library, Bedford Wednesday, April 11 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Captain William Spry Public Library, Spryfield Thursday, April 12 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Friday, April 27 10:00 a.m. - noon Dartmouth North Community Centre, Dartmouth Monday, May 14 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Prospect Road Community Centre, Hatchet Lake Monday, June 11 10:00 a.m. - noon Dartmouth North Food Centre, Dartmouth Monday, June 18 10:00 a.m. - noon NS Community College, Leeds Street, Halifax Tuesday August 14 1:30 - 3:30pm CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, August 20 1:30 - 3:30pm CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Community Health Team Drop-in For people who have attended at least one Community Health Team program and would like extra support with their goals to achieve better health. Drop by anytime between 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. on the following dates and locations. Bedford/Sackville Fridays: March 23, April 27, May 25, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford June 22, July 27, August 24 Chebucto Fridays: March 23, April 27, May 25, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield June 29, July 27, August 31 Dartmouth Fridays: March 16, April 20, May 18, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth June 15, July 20, August 17 Halifax Peninsula Fridays: March 2, April 6, May 4, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula June 1, July 6, August 3
Heart Healthy Living - Know Your Numbers! 2-Week Program Do you know your top five numbers for heart health? Discover ways to improve your blood pressure, cholesterol, fasting blood sugar, weight and waist circumference. Fridays: April 6 & 13 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Grace Chapel, Clayton Park Mondays: April 23 & 30 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Mondays: April 23 & 30 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesdays: May 16 & 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Mondays: June 18 & 25 10:00 a.m. - noon. Eastern Passage Cow Bay Lion’s Club Mondays: July 16 & 23 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesdays: August 22 & 29 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Fridays, August 24 & 31 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
3 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca REDUCING YOUR HEALTH RISKS (CONTINUED) Personal Wellness Profile Complete a lifestyle survey and have your cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, body fat and waist circumference measured. Receive a personalized report that lets you know how you are doing in nine health areas and find out your health age. All sessions take place from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. on the following dates and locations:
Bedford/Sackville Wednesday, March 21 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, April 11 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, April 18 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, May 2 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, May 16 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, June 6 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, June 20 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Saturday, July 14 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, August 29 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
Chebucto Wednesday, March 21 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, April 25 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, May 16 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Saturday, June 23 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, July 18 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, August 22 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield
Dartmouth Thursday, March 22 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, March 29 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, April 19 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, April 26 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Saturday, May 12 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, May 24 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, June 7 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, June 21 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, July 19 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, July 26 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, August 16 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, August 23 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
4 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca REDUCING YOUR HEALTH RISKS (CONTINUED) Personal Wellness Profile (continued) Halifax Peninsula Thursday, March 8 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, March 22 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, April 5 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, April 26 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, May 10 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, May 24 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, June 7 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, June 28 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, July 12 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, July 26 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, August 23 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
Personal Wellness Profile - Yearly Follow-Up A follow up session for those who have attended two or more personal wellness profile sessions and it has been at least one year since your last session. Please call to book an appointment.
Prediabetes Prediabetes, when blood sugars are above the normal range, offers a warning that you are at risk of developing diabetes. Learn how lifestyle choices can give you a chance to change your future. Wednesday, April 11 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Cole Harbour Public Library, Cole Harbour Friday, April 13 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. Northwood Manor Meeting Space, Halifax Monday, May 14 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Lakeside Community Centre, Timberlea Tuesday, May 22 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, June 20 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, July 9 9:30 a.m. - noon CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, July 12 9:30 a.m. - noon Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Tuesday, August 28 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Ivany Place, Hammonds Plains
Small Steps. Big Success! Explore what motivates you and what stops you from making health changes as well as develop a plan to help you achieve your goal. Tuesday, March 20 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Fairview Family Resource Centre, Fairview Thursday, April 12 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, May 3 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, April 19 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Memory Lane Family Place, Lower Sackville Wednesday, May 30 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, June 18 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Parkland Clayton Park, Clayton Park Wednesday, June 20 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, August 13 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, August 21 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, August 30 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
5 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca REDUCING YOUR HEALTH RISKS (CONTINUED) Understand Pain This session will explain pain; some of the changes that can occur with chronic pain and help you better understand it. Friday, April 6 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, May 9 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Citadel Community Centre, Halifax Peninsula Monday, May 14 10:00 a.m. - noon Dartmouth North Food Centre, Dartmouth Tuesday, June 19 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Tantallon Public Library, Tantallon Tuesday, August 28 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesay, August 29 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield
FOOD, NUTRITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Be Good to Your Gut NEW Did you know good health starts in your gut? A healthy gut is at the core of overall wellness. Learn how your digestive system works, the role of your gut bacteria, and how to feed your gut for good health. Monday, April 9 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 30 10:30 a.m. - noon Citadel Community Centre, Halifax Peninsula Wednesday, May 30 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Keshen Goodman Public Library, Clayton Park Friday, June 15 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. St. Margaret’s Centre, Upper Tantallon Tuesday, June 19 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, June 25 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, June 27 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, August 8 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Thursday, August 23 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, August 27 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Best Weight Basics Get started on discovering your best weight with basic strategies to tweak your day to live your healthiest life. Monday, March 26 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Parkland, Clayton Park Thursday, May 10 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. J.D. Shatford Memoral Public Library, Hubbards Friday, May 25 10:00 a.m. - noon Dartmouth North Community Centre, Dartmouth Wednesday, June 20 10:00 a.m. - noon Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Thursday, June 28 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Vineyard Ministry Centre, Middle Sackville Friday, August 17 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Sackville Public Library, Lower Sackville Tuesday, August 28 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Craving Change 4-Week Program Discover why you eat the way you do and find out some tricks to change your thinking and your eating! Tuesdays: April 10 - May 1 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. St. John’s Anglican Church, Bedford Tuesdays: April 10 - May 1 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Halifax Central Public Library, Halifax Peninsula Tuesdays: May 22 - June 12 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Fridays: June 1 - June 22 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.. Captain William Spry Public Library, Spryfield Tuesdays: June 5 - June 26 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesdays: July 4 - July 25 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
6 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca FOOD, NUTRITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED) Discovering Your Best Weight 4-Week Program Explore strategies to help you achieve your best weight while living the healthiest lifestyle you can truly enjoy. Mondays: May 7 - June 4 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford (no session May 21) Tuesdays: May 8 - May 29 10:00 a.m. - noon Tantallon Public Library, Tantallon Mondays: May 28 - June 18 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Mondays: June 4 - June 25 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Prospect Road Community Centre, Hatchet Lake Tuesdays: June 19 - July 10 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Fat, Sugar, Salt Are you confused by the many different things you hear about fat, sugar and salt? You are not alone! Come learn the real science on these hot nutrition topics. Tuesday, March 20 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 23 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Wednesday, May 23 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Grace Chapel, Clayton Park Friday, June 8 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, June 13 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Friday, July 6 10:00 a.m. - noon. Halifax Central Public Library, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, August 2 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
Food Fads: Fact or Fiction? Celebrate Nutrition Month with Us! Your Community Health Team Dietitians are passionate about the power of food and its connection to health. Food has the potential to heal, but there is a lot of confusion around what is true. Celebrate Nutrition Month with us by exploring popular diet and nutrition trends and see if they live up to their potential! Monday, March 26 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, March 26 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, March 28 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, March 28 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
Food and Mood Have you ever thought about the connection between what you eat and how you feel? What’s good for your body is good for your mood! Join us to learn more. Thursday, April 12 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Memory Lane Family Place, Lower Sackvile Monday, May 7 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, May 8 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Captain William Spry Public Library, Spryfield Tuesday, May 15 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. NS Community College, Leeds Street, Halifax Peninsula Friday, June 8 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, June 12 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Prospect Road Community Centre, Hatchet Lake Thursday, August 2 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, August 27 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
7 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca FOOD, NUTRITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED) Introduction to Making the Most of Your Food Dollar Learn how to get more value and nutrition from your food dollar with meal planning, preparation, and smart shopping tips. Monday, April 9 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Lakeside Community Centre, Timberlea Thursday, April 12 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. St. Andrews Community Centre, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, April 12 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. J.D. Shatford Memoral Public Library, Hubbards Friday, April 20 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, May 23 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Sackville Public Library, Lower Sackville Tuesday, July 10 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, July 16 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, July 17 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Beaver Bank Kinsac Comm. Centre, Beaver Bank
Your Weight Your Way – A Healthier Weight for a Healthier You - 12-Week Program NEW This program is for people who are trying to achieve or maintain a healthy weight. Under the guidance of health care professionals, you will take part in a group based program that aims to help you make permanent lifestyle changes. You will learn about how nutrition, physical activity, your emotions, behaviours, and the environment affect your health. Please call for more information. A participant screening form is required at least 10 business days before the program start date. Wednesdays: March 28 - June 13 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesdays: April 4 - June 20 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Thursdays: April 5 - June 21 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Fridays: April 6 - June 22 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Low Intensity 10-Week Exercise Program This program is intended for people who are significantly limited physically by chronic health conditions (unable to walk more than 15 minutes without stopping). You will participate in gentle exercises (mostly sitting) and walk indoors at your own pace. Please note this is not a drop-in. Classes are supervised by a physiotherapist and are available in the following four community locations: Monday and Wednesday afternoons Knox United Church, Lower Sackville Tuesday and Thursday mornings Canada Games Centre, Clayton Park Tuesday and Thursday afternoons East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth Tuesday and Thursday afternoons Saint Antonios Community & Cultural Centre, Halifax Affordable Fitness Learn and practice the many ways to be physically active with little or no cost in this single session. A participant physical activity screen is required. Drop in no later than five business days before the program start date to complete this form. Thursday, March 22 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Ivany Place (Northwood), Hammonds Plains Tuesday, April 10 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, April 17 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. St. Andrew’s Community Centre, Halifax Peninsula Friday, June 1 10:00 a.m. - noon St. Albans Anglican Church, Dartmouth Monday, June 25 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Lakeside Community Centre, Timberlea Friday, July 13 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, August 13 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield
8 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (CONTINUED) Ready, Set, Move (Take the whole four-week series or the session that interests you) Learn about the components of a physical activity program and practice skills in stretching, strengthening, and aerobic exercise. A participant physical activity screen is required for sessions 2, 3 and 4. Drop in no later than five business days before the program start date to complete this form.
SESSION 1: Beware your Chair! Join us as we uncover the impact of sitting on your health and discuss strategies to build more light physical activity into your day. (No physical activity screen required). Wednesday, April 4 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 9 1:30 - 3:30 p.m Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, April 9 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, April 24 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Friday, May 4 10:00 a.m. - noon Tallahassee Community Centre, Eastern Passage Tuesday, May 29 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. St. John’s United Church, Fall River Wednesday, May 30 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, June 4 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
SESSION 2: Aerobic Physical Activity Workshop Learn and practice basic techniques for aerobic physical activity. We will also help you make an action plan and find low or no-cost physical activity resources in your community (physical activity screen required). Wednesday, April 11 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 16 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, April 16 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, May 1 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Friday, May 11 10:00 a.m. - noon Tallahassee Community Centre, Eastern Passage Tuesday, June 5 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. St. John’s United Church, Fall River Wednesday, June 6 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, June 11 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
SESSION 3: Strengthening and Core Stability Workshop Learn and practice the basic techniques of an effective strength training program so that you can perform these exercises at home (physical activity screen required). Wednesday, April 18 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 23 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, April 23 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, May 8 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Friday, May 18 10:00 a.m. - noon Tallahassee Community Centre, Eastern Passage Tuesday, June 12 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. St. John’s United Church, Fall River Wednesay, June 13 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, June 18 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
9 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (CONTINUED) SESSION 4: Stretching and Balance Workshop Learn and practice the basic techniques of stretching and balancing exercises so that you can perform these exercises at home (physical activity screen required). Wednesday, April 25 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, April 30 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, April 30 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, May 15 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Friday, May 25 10:00 a.m. - noon Tallahassee Community Centre, Eastern Passage Tuesday, June 19 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. St. John’s United Church, Fall River Wednesday, June 20 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Monday, June 25 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Scheduling Physical Activity Into Your Work Day! Finding it hard to fit physical activity into your work day? You are not alone! Join us for practical ideas to start improving your workplace health. There will be no physical activity in this program. Monday, May 7 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. St. Margaret’s Centre, Upper Tantallon Wednesday, May 9 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Woodlawn Public Library, Dartmouth
EMOTIONAL WELLNESS Discover Your Personal Strengths Discover your character strengths through activities and learn the benefits of applying them in life situations. Tuesday, April 3 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Halifax Central Public Library, Halifax Peninsula Tuesday, April 10 10:00 a.m. - noon St. Albans Anglican Church, Dartmouth Thursday, May 3 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Alderney Gate Public Library, Dartmouth Thursday, May 24 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ivany Place (Northwood), Hammonds Plains Tuesday, July 24 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, August 22 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, August 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Free Time and You - Try Something New! NEW Do you have free time and want to try something new? Do you want to talk about what leisure means for you? The Bedford Sackville Community Health Team invites you to sample a leisure activity (gardening and other physical activity) in partnership with our local community groups. The date/times are to be confirmed but we are so excited about these upcoming programs that we wanted to share with you now. Call for more details and to register.
10 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca EMOTIONAL WELLNESS (CONTINUED) First Things First: Time Management Do you feel like there are not enough hours in your day? Learn tips and tools to achieve a better life balance. Thursday, April 26 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Memory Lane Family Place, Lower Sackville Friday, May 4 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Halifax North Public Library, Halifax Peninsula Monday, May 28 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, June 14 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. J.D. Shatford Memoral Public Library, Hubbards Wednesday, July 11 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Friday, August 10 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Sackville Heights Communtiy Centre (50+ Room) Tuesday, August 21 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, August 23 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesday, August 29 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
How to Speak Assertively 4-Week Program You will learn how to say your opinions, needs, and feelings in an open, honest and direct way by participating in group activities, discussions, role plays, and practicing at home. Mondays: April 16 - May 7 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Tuesdays: April 24 - May 15 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesdays: May 2 - May 23 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Lakeside Communtiy Centre, Timberlea Thursdays: May 31 - June 21 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesdays: June 6 - 27 10:00 a.m. - noon Halifax Central Public Library, Halifax Peninsula Wednesdays: June 13 - July 4 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Grace Chapel, Clayton Park Tuesdays: July 10 - July 31 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Mental Health First Aid Canada – Adults Interacting with Youth - 4 Week Program (IWK) Mental Health First Aid is help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. To become a Mental Health First Aider and receive a certificate of completion, attendance at all sessions is required. Mondays: April 23 - May 14 1:00 - 4:30 p.m Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Thursdays: May 10 - May 31 1:00 - 4:30 p.m Vineyard Ministry Centre, Middle Sackville
Introduction to Take Charge of Your Stress Understand and explore a variety of stress management techniques and make a plan for how to make these strategies work in your life. Wednesday, April 11 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Woodlawn Public Library, Dartmouth Tuesday, April 24 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. TEAM Work, Halifax Peninsula Friday, June 1 10:00 a.m. - noon Northwood Manor Meeting Space, Halifax Monday, June 4 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tallahassee Community Centre, Eastern Passage Thursday, June 21 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Prospect Road Community Centre, Hatchet Lake Thursday, July 5 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Vineyard Ministry Centre, Middle Sackville Monday, July 9 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Monday, August 27 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Thursday, August 30 10:00 a.m. - noon Good Shepherd Church, Lawrencetown
11 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca EMOTIONAL WELLNESS (CONTINUED) Renovate Your Relationships Our lives are full of relationships with other people. Join us for group activities to help you find ways to nurture relationships in your life. Thursday, March 29 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Alderney Gate Public Library, Dartmouth Thursday, April 5 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Halifax North Memorial Public Library, Halifax Friday, April 13 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Sackville Heights Community Centre (50+ Room) Wednesday, May 9 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cole Harbour Public Library, Cole Harbour Monday, June 11 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, July 16 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. TEAM Work, Halifax Peninsula Friday, July 27 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, August 8 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
Take Charge of Your Stress 4-Week Program Over the 4 weeks of the program, you will learn and practice skills while working on a plan to take charge of your stress today and in the future. Thursdays: March 22 - April 19 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford (No session March 29) Tuesdays: April 3 - 24 10:00 a.m. - noon Tantallon Public Library, Tantallon Mondays: April 9 - 30 1:00 -3:00 p.m. Keshen Goodman Public Library, Clayton Park Tuesdays: May 1 - 22 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Tuesdays: May 1 - 22 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bedford Public Library, Bedford Fridays: May 4 - 25 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Fridays: June 8 - 29 10:00 a.m. - noon Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre, Halifax Peninsula Wednesdays: July 11 - August 1 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
12 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARENTING Incredible Years 12-Week Parenting Program (IWK) This program focuses on improving your child’s social and emotional skills and reducing behavioural problems. For parents of children who are 6-12 years old. Tuesdays: March 20 - June 5 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fairview Family Resource Centre, Fairview (Childcare available) Wednesdays: March 21 - June 6 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sackville Boys & Girls Club (Childcare available) Wednesdays: March 21 - June 6 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Veith House, Halifax Peninsula (Childcare available) Thursdays: March 22 - June 7 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Chebucto Family Centre, Spryfield (Childcare available) Incredible Years 14-Week Pre-School Parenting Program (IWK) This program focuses on improving your child’s social and emotional skills and reducing behaviour problems. For parents of children who are 3-6 years old. Thursdays: March 1 - June 14 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Dartmouth Child Development Centre, Dartmouth (No session March 15 or April 19) (Childcare available)
My Child is Anxious. Should I Worry? 2-Week Program (IWK) Learn how to identify early signs of anxious feelings in your children and skills to help them manage everyday anxiety. For parents of children 0-12 years old. Wednesdays: April 11 & 18 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Mondays: May 7 & 14 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Memory Lane Family Place (Childcare available) Wednesdays: May 16 & 23 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Ridgecliff Middle School, Beechville Mondays: June 4 & 11 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Parenting your Teenager – Walking the Middle Path (IWK Mental Health & Community Health Team) Learn to better understand your teen, improve communication, and help your family run more smoothly. Saturday, April 28 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre, Halifax Peninsula
13 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARTNER PROGRAMS The Community Health Teams provide free space for community groups to offer their programs and services. The following programs are offered by these partners. Please refer to the contact information below.
Accessible Active Living – Halifax Association for Community Living This program is intended to provide accessible active living options for people of all ages and abilities . Support is available to accommodate anyone with intellectual disabilities. Email [email protected] or call 902-463-4752 for more information.
Arthritis Lifestyle Makeover Challenge - Arthritis Society Join this this six week program featuring various members of your health team to gain knowledge, skills and confidence to take control of your arthritis. To register, call 902-429-7025 or online [email protected] Mondays: May 7 - June 18 10:00 a.m. - noon East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth (no session May 21)
Beginners Yoga 4-Week Program - Halifax Yoga Explore the power and strength in your body as you discover the healing of the ancient practice of yoga. Limited mats available for use. Space is limited –registration will be taken by the instructor on a first come first serve basis on the first day of each 4 week program. Wednesdays: May 2 - 23 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesdays: August 1 - 22 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Caregiver Support - Caregivers Nova Scotia Association Do you care for a family member or friend? This peer support group offers a confidential, friendly atmosphere for you to talk with other caregivers. Please call 902-421-7390 to register. Wednesdays: March 7, 21, April 4, 1:00 - 300 p.m. East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth 18, May 2, 16, June 6, 20, July 4, 18, August 1, 15 Thursdays: March 8, April 12, May 10, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula June 14, July 12, August 9 Tuesdays: March 20, April 17, May 15, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield June 19, July 17, August 21
Chronic Pain Management Workshop – The Arthritis Society This program will help you improve your understanding of chronic pain, introduce different coping methods and encourage an active role in managing your pain. This program is also for others who support people with chronic pain. To register call 902-429-7025 or online at [email protected]. Monday, April 16 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
Chronic Pain Self Help Support Group – Metro Pain Pals The goal of this group is to share positive coping skills for chronic pain sufferers, share, socialize, contribute as well as receive support. E-mail [email protected] or call 902-435-3456. Mondays: March 12, April 16, May 14, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth June 18
14 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARTNER PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Collaborative Family Law (CFL)-A healthier way for couples to separate/divorce - The Association of Collaborative Family Law Professionals of Nova Scotia Learn how the collaborative team, lawyer, mental health and financial professionals help couples through the process of separation to achieve solutions a court would not consider. No registration required. Tuesday, March 27 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, April 17 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, May 29 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, June 14 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Connections that Work - The Public Good Society If you are looking for employment, education or housing assistance in Dartmouth, Community Outreach Facilitator Kevin Little may be able to help. To make an appointment call 902-476-0785.
Coping with Anxiety – Dartmouth Mental Health, Nova Scotia Health Authority Learn about the nature and cause of anxiety and get an overview of anxiety disorders and treatment options offered by your community mental health services. No registration is required. Monday, April 9 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Families Matter in Mental Health Education & Support Program - 11 Weeks Community Mental Health Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority This program is for family members and friends who support someone living with mental illness. It provides information about mental illnesses and relapse prevention, includes skills training in communication and problem solving skills and teaches coping and self-care strategies. To register contact Brad Rowe 902-404-3504 Tuesdays: April 10 - June 19 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
Family Caregiver Education Series Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia The series is for people caring for family members recently diagnosed with dementia. It provides information and strategies for families’ changing needs. To register please call Heather at 902-422-7961 ext. 243 Thursdays, May 10 to June 14 1:30-3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Geriatric Navigator - Nova Scotia Health Authority The Dartmouth Geriatric Navigator provides functional assessments and assistance connecting with health care and community supports for seniors aged 65+, residing in Dartmouth and some outlying areas. Please call 902-465-8446.
Getting Your Financial House in Order - Credit Counseling Services of Atlantic Canada Need to get your finances in order? Make a budget? Start saving? Join Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada to put your personal financial puzzle together. For more information contact Tamara Kelly at 888-753-2227 ext. 219. Tuesday, May 1 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Friday, June 1 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Tuesday, May 8 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place, Bedford Friday, June 15 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
15 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARTNER PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Girl Talk - Public Health Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority Girl Talk, a 4 workshop series for female identified youth, 12 -15 years of age, is an invitation to explore the stuff that matters: from knowing how to recognize and control the body’s natural response to stress, to building resiliency and making decisions, to relationships, to body image, to media influences. The sessions will include discussion, art, hands on activities, snacks and relaxation. Please register: [email protected]. Tuesdays: July 3 - 24 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Wednesdays, July 4 - 25 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth Mondays, July 9 - 30 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place, Bedford
I Forget. Is that O.K.? Dementia - Seniors Mental Health Outreach, Nova Scotia Health Authority Come and discuss normal memory loss and ways to keep your brain healthy. We will also review types of Dementia and treatments. No registration is required. Call 902-464-6054 for more information. Tuesday, May 8 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Introduction to Nordic Pole Walking – Nordic Walking Nova Scotia Our certified instructors will introduce you to this accessible and inexpensive activity that can help you improve and maintain your health. Nordic poles will be provided if you do not have your own. To register, contact Bill VanGorder at Bill@ NordicWalkingNovaScotia.ca. Please arrive 15 minutes before start of session. Tuesday, March 20 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, March 27 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Tuesday, April 10 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, April 24 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Tuesday, May 8 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, May 24 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Monday, June 4 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Tuesday, June 19 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth Thursday, July 12 10:00 - 11:30 am CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Thursday, August 9 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Inspired COPD Outreach Program, NSHA Learn what COPD is, how it affects your lungs and what you can do to manage symptoms.To registercall 902-719-6194 and leave a voicemail message indicating your name and which session you will attend. Wednesday, March 21 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, March 22 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Wednesday, April 18 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Wednesday, May 23 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield
Memory and Aging - 5 Week Program - Seniors Mental Health, Nova Scotia Health Authority This group is aimed for seniors who are interested in learning more about memory, how it changes, and strategies to improve memory. To register, please call Jeanette at 902-464-6065 Tuesdays: April 3 - May 1 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
16 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARTNER PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Mindfulness Drop-in Practice Group - Atlantic Contemplative Centre Come and explore the practice of mindfulness and its benefits to health and well-being. Sessions include guided practice and discussion in a safe environment. No registration required. For more information contact John Dicks at 902-817-1620 or visit www.contemplativecentre.ca/what-we-do/programs/open-mindfulness-groups/ Thursdays 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Multiple Sclerosis Peer Support Health Group - MS Society of Canada Peer support for those affected by Multiple Sclerosis to meet, share and receive support.Call 902-468-8230 ext. 1006 for more information and to connect with the group leader. Fridays: March 16, April 20, May 18, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth June 15, July 20, August 17 Noon Meditation - Meditate Canada/Art of Living Foundation Experience guided meditation including introduction to various techniques, and how to practice on your own. Attend one or all session(s). For Information, call Yvonne Macor 902-431-0111. Tuesdays: March 6 - June 19 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield (no session on May 1)
Nutrition Label Reading Tour - Sobeys Registered Dietitian Learn to translate nutrition messages into real food choices, in the grocery store setting! Meet at the Dartmouth Community Health Team to learn how to read nutrition labels, then tour the Tacoma Drive Sobeys aisles to practice your new skills. Register at 902-477-6159 or email [email protected] Thursday, April 5 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Thursday, June 7 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Ostomy Support Group - Ostomy Halifax Society This group offers a confidential and friendly meeting place for those affected by ostomy surgery to share experiences and coping skills. Call Irene at 902-473-0414 to register Wednesdays: March 28, April 25, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford May 30, June 27, June 25, August 29 Wednesdays: March 28, April 25 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford May 30, June 27, July 25, August 29 Pain Self-Management 5-Week Program - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority This five-week program introduces strategies to manage chronic pain. To register call Patti Pattenden at 902-473-5471. Tuesdays: May 29 - June 26 2:00 - 4:15 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Personal Directive: What is it and how do I create one? - Inspired COPD Outreach Program, NSHA Learn why personal directives are important, what may be included, and where to go for resources to create your own. To register call 902-473-5047 and leave the program name, date, and location you would like to attend. Unless you hear otherwise, you will be registered. Wednesday, March 21 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, April 17 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Tuesday, May 1 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Tuesday, May 22 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Retirement - it’s more than just money. - Nova Scotia Center on Aging Are you soon to retire or recently retired? This workshop explores the importance of staying socially connected to others in your retirement and offers strategies to do so. To register call 902-457-6546 or [email protected]. Tuesday, April 10 9:30 a.m. - noon CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Wednesday, May 23 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
17 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca PARTNER PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) Scents and Sensitivity: Managing Multiple Chemical Sensitivity and Your Health-Integrated Chronic Care Service This is a support group for people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity looking to learn about this chronic condition and strategies for self management. This event is strictly scent-free. No registration required. Thursdays: March 22, April 19, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16
Stop Smoking - 8 Week Program - Mental Health & Additions, Nova Scotia Health Authority This program is for anyone, whether you want to stop, cut down, or are simply looking for reliable information about tobacco use. Call 902-424-8866, option # 1 for more information. Wednesdays: May 9 - June 27 10:00 a.m. - noon East Dartmouth Community Centre, Dartmouth
Training for Family Caregivers: Personal Care 101 - Always Home Care Are you a family caregiver to an aging loved one or caring for someone with physical disabilities? Gett hands-on training from an LPSN in areas such as: transferring & ambulation, bathing, toileting, safety in the home and overcoming resistance. For more information or to register please contact Janet Tobin at (902) 405-4400 or email [email protected]. Thursday, March 29 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, June 13 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford
Understanding Arthritis and the Benefits of Healthy Eating -The Arthritis Society Learn more about how your food choices may play a role in the management of your arthritis. Call 902-429-7025 ext. 8233 or email [email protected]. Monday, April 23 10:00 a.m. - noon CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Thursday, May 3 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Thursday, June 14 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Thursday, June 21 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth
Understanding Arthritis and Managing Fatigue - The Arthritis Society Get a better understanding of what arthritis is, how it affects your body and what techniques you can try to manage fatigue and live an active life. To register call 902-429-7025 ext. 8233 or online [email protected] Wednesday, March 7 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Tuesday, March 27 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Wednesday, June 6 10:00 - Noon CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula
Viral Hepatitis Basics - Hepatitis Outreach Society of Nova Scotia This workshop provides basic information about hepatitis A, B, C, HIV and other sexually transmitted and blood borne infections. In this session you will learn about viral hepatitis: transmission, symptoms, treatment options, current statistics and general liver health. To register call Karen Pitts at 902-420-1767. Wednesday, April 11 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. CHT Young Street, Halifax Peninsula Friday, April 13 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. CHT Bedford Place Mall, Bedford Friday, April 27 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. CHT Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Monday, May 28 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Community Wellness Centre, Spryfield Your Way to Wellness - Primary Health Care, NSHA A free six week program led by trained peers to help people with ongoing health conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, chronic pain and high blood pressure learn skills for living a healthy life. For a complete list of up-to-date workshops visit www.yourwaytowellness.ca For more information or to register call 902-473-7709.
18 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca COMMUNITY HEALTH TEAM (CHT) LOCATIONS Bedford/Sackville CHT Bedford Place Mall, 1658 Bedford Highway, Bedford Serving the communities of Beaverbank, Bedford, Fall River, Hammonds Plains, Lucasville, Mount Uniacke, Sackville, and Waverley. Beaver Bank Beaver Bank Kinsac Community Centre (multipurpose room), 1583 Beaver Bank Road Bedford Bedford Public Library, 15 Dartmouth Road Community Health Team Bedford Place Mall, 1658 Bedford Highway St. John’s Anglican Church, 2187 Larry Uteck Blvd. Fall River St. John’s United Church, 3360 Highway #2, Fall River (Just past Sobeys) Hammonds Plains Ivany Place (Northwood), 123 Gary Martin Drive Lower Sackville Boys & Girls Club, Sackville Heights Community Centre, 45 Connolly Road Knox United Church, 567 Sackville Drive Memory Lane Family Place, 22 Memory Lane Sackville Heights Community Centre, 45 Connolly Road Sackville Public Library, 636 Sackville Drive Middle Sackville Vineyard Ministry Centre - 1129 Sackville Drive (entrance at back of building)
Chebucto (Halifax Mainland) CHT Community Wellness Centre, 16 Dentith Road, Halifax Serving the communities of Spryfield, Fairview, Clayton Park, Herring Cove, Armdale, Sambro Loop, the Pennants, Purcell’s Cove, Tantallon, Hubbards, St.Margaret’s Bay, Beechville, Lakeside, Timberlea, Prospect, Hatchet Lake, and Hubley. Beechville Ridgecliff Middle School, 35 Beech Tree Run Clayton Park Canada Games Centre, 26 Thomas Raddall Drive Grace Chapel, 255 Ross Street Keshen Goodman Public Library, 330 Lacewood Drive Parkland Clayton Park, 118 Fairfax Drive (Cameron Hall) Fairview Fairview Family Resource Centre, 6 Titus Street Hatchet Lake Prospect Road Community Centre, 2141 Prospect Road Hubbards J.D. Shatford Memoral Public Library, 10353 St. Margaret’s Bay Road Spryfield Captain William Spry Public Library, 16 Sussex St Chebucto Family Centre, 3 Sylvia Avenue Community Wellness Centre, 16 Dentith Road Tantallon St. Margaret’s Centre, 12 Westwood Blvd, Upper Tantallon Tantallon Public Library, 3646 Hammonds Plains Road (Hubley Centre) Timberlea Lakeside Community Centre, 1492 St. Margaret’s Bay Road
19 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca COMMUNITY HEALTH TEAM (CHT) LOCATIONS Dartmouth CHT 58 Tacoma Drive, Dartmouth Serving the communities of Dartmouth, Cole Harbour, Eastern Passage, Lawrencetown, Mineville, North and East Preston.
Cole Harbour Cole Harbour Public Library, 51 Forest Hills Parkway Dartmouth Alderney Gate Public Library, 60 Alderney Drive Community Health Team Tacoma Drive, 58 Tacoma Drive Dartmouth Child Development Centre, 61 Boland Avenue NEW Dartmouth North Community Centre, 105 Highfield Park Drive Dartmouth North Community Food Centre, 6 Primrose Street East Dartmouth Community Centre, 50 Caledonia Road St. Albans Anglican Church, 345 Pleasant Street Woodlawn Public Library, 31 Eisener Boulevard Eastern Passage Eastern Passage Cow Bay Lions Club, 65 Hornes Road Tallahassee Community Centre, 168 Redoubt Way Lawrencetown Good Shepherd Church, 3621 Lawrencetown Road
Halifax Peninsula CHT Suite 105, 6080 Young Street, Halifax Serving the communities of downtown, north end, south end, and west end Halifax.
Halifax Citadel Community Centre, 1955 Trollope Street Halifax Central Public Library, 5440 Spring Garden Road Halifax North Memorial Public Library, 2285 Gottigen Street Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre, 6393 Homefire Crescent, Building 106 Windsor Park Johanna B. Oosterveld Centre (JBO), 2131 Gottingen Street (1st Floor) Northwood Manor Meeting Space, 2615 Northwood Terrace Nova Scotia Community College, 5685 Leeds Street NEW St. Andrews Community Centre, 3380 Barnstead Lane St. Antonios Community and Cultural Centre, 3141 Chebucto Road TEAM Work Cooperative, 7051 Bayers Road, Suite 501 Veith House, 3115 Veith Street
20 To register call 902-460-4560 or visit communityhealthteams.ca