Seaway Valley Community Health Centre

04/09/2026

💙 Powerful Tools for Caregivers 💙

Are you caring for a loved one? Take time to care for yourself too.

Join our FREE in-person workshop and gain practical tools to help you feel more confident, supported, and in control.

🗓 When: Thursdays, April 23 – May 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre
👥 Format: In-person only

✨ You’ll learn how to:
• Reduce stress
• Make tough decisions with confidence
• Develop strategies to put your health back in your hands

📣 Spaces are limited – register today!
👉 seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration/
📞 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229

04/09/2026

📢 Upcoming Change to Appointment Reminders

We’re updating how we send appointment reminders at Seaway Valley Community Health Centre.

Starting in June, we will be transitioning from automated phone calls to email and text message reminders.

This change will help us:

Provide more timely and reliable reminders
Reduce missed appointments
Improve communication with clients


What you need to do:
Please ensure we have your current email address and preferred mobile phone number on file.

If you do not use email or a cell phone, we can:

Add a trusted family member’s contact (with your consent), or
Provide printed reminders when needed


Thank you for your support as we improve our services. If you have questions, please speak with our team at your next visit or call us.

04/08/2026

We're happy to post this program provided by Eastern Ontario Health Unit!

04/08/2026

🌸 Our Spring 2026 Program List is Here!

We’re excited to share our upcoming programs—designed to help you move, learn, and connect this spring and beyond.

✨ All programs are FREE
✨ Open to everyone—you do not need to be a client to join
✨ A variety of options to support your health, wellness, and connection

👉 Check out our summarized program list and visit our website for full details and registration information https://seawayvalleychc.ca/community-programs/

📣 We also regularly post upcoming programs and updates right here on our page—so be sure to check back often and stay in the loop!

Please feel free to share with friends, family, and anyone who may be interested—we’d love to see you there!

04/07/2026

📣 Reminder: Progress Over Pain Workshop Starting Soon!

Looking to better manage chronic pain and improve your quality of life? Our Progress Over Pain program is just around the corner!

🗓 Dates: April 15 – May 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Format: In-person or online (Zoom)
💲 Cost: FREE

Over 6 weeks, you’ll:
✔ Learn about the science of chronic pain, stress, and sleep
✔ Build skills in goal setting, communication, and meaningful activity
✔ Explore strategies to manage fatigue, frustration, and isolation
✔ Practice practical tools like mindfulness and cognitive behavioural techniques

This interactive program is designed to help you take control and feel supported every step of the way.

👉 Register now: seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration/
📞 Or call: 613-936-0306 ext. 229

Spaces are limited—don’t miss out!

04/07/2026

🌍 World Health Day – April 7

Each year, World Health Day reminds us of the importance of caring for our health and supporting the well-being of those around us. This global day of awareness, led by the World Health Organization, highlights how small, everyday actions can make a big difference in our overall health.

This year’s theme focuses on the idea that everyone deserves access to the care and support they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

Whether it’s going for a walk, connecting with others, eating nourishing foods, or taking time to rest—every step toward better health matters.

💚 Let’s take a moment today to check in with ourselves and encourage one another to make health a priority—today and every day.

04/02/2026

04/01/2026

📣 We’re Hiring! Office Administrator (Full-Time, Permanent)

We are looking for a full-time, permanent Office Administrator to join our Corporate Services team in Cornwall.

This is a great opportunity for an organized, detail‑oriented professional who enjoys supporting a busy, community‑focused organization.

✅ Full-time, permanent position
✅ Supportive, collaborative work environment
✅ Make a meaningful impact in community health

If you (or someone you know!) are interested, check out the full job posting and apply here:

👉 https://seawayvalleychc.ca/office-administrator-full-time-permanent/

Please feel free to like, share, or tag someone who might be a great fit!

03/31/2026

💙🤍💖 March 31 – Transgender Day of Visibility 💖🤍💙

On March 31, we recognize Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) — a day to celebrate the lives, achievements, and contributions of transgender people, while also raising awareness about the discrimination, poverty, and violence many in the community continue to face.

TDOV was created in 2010 by advocate Rachel Crandall to shift the focus from stories centered only on tragedy and instead highlight joy, resilience, and community. At the same time, the day acknowledges that not every trans person can or wants to be visible due to safety and personal reasons.

Media representation plays a powerful role in shaping understanding. For many people, film, television, and news are their primary exposure to transgender stories — which makes authentic, accurate, and diverse representation so important. When trans voices are excluded or misrepresented, it affects how communities understand and support one another.

Despite ongoing challenges, acceptance continues to grow through education, personal connection, and shared stories.

Today is an opportunity to:
✨ Celebrate trans lives and leadership
✨ Listen to and uplift trans voices
✨ Commit to kindness, inclusion, and respect

Visibility matters. Representation matters. Community matters. 💛

To discover more visit: https://glaad.org/tdov/

03/30/2026

🌿 Guided Spring Trillium Walk! 🌿(UPDATE: here is the registration link: https://seawayvalleychc.ca/new-program-natureprescribing/) When registering, scroll to the bottom under South Glengarry and remember that the date of April 30th is only a placeholder - you will be notified of the exact day when they Trillium decide to bloom)

Each spring, the forest floor at Summerstown Trails comes alive with stunning white trilliums in bloom—it’s truly a sight you don’t want to miss! 🤍🌸

📍 Where: Summerstown Trails
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📅 When: Date to be announced (late April–early May)

Because trilliums bloom on their own schedule, we’re keeping a close eye on conditions to choose the perfect day for our walk.

👉 Interested in joining us?
Sign up in advance and we’ll contact you as soon as the date is confirmed so you don’t miss out! (A placeholder date is listed during registration, but the actual date will depend on bloom timing.)

Come enjoy the fresh spring air, a peaceful guided walk, and one of nature’s most beautiful seasonal displays. 🌱✨

03/27/2026

Nutrition Month Cooking Demo: Beetroot Hummus 🫜

03/27/2026

Cooking Demo: Beetroot Hummus 🫜