Napanee Area Community Health Centre

10/19/2025

Brief Action Planning Training for Healthcare Professionals

Learn how to help patients turn health goals into concrete plans with Brief Action Planning (BAP) — a structured, patient-centred approach rooted in Motivational Interviewing.

📅 Thursday, Dec 11, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
💻 Fully virtual via Zoom

This interactive workshop includes mini lectures, exercises, case studies, and practice calls — giving you practical skills to support self-management, goal-setting, and behaviour change. Certificate provided after workshop + practice calls.

Want to learn more? Visit: https://ow.ly/IR9b50XbPit

Brief Action Planning is a patient-centered and evidence-based one day course on the principles and practice of Motivational Interviewing.

10/18/2025

Cultural Mindfulness for Practitioners Workshop

Have you ever faced an uncomfortable situation rooted in cultural misunderstanding — with a colleague or a patient — and weren’t sure how it happened?

Join us for this two-part interactive workshop designed to help practitioners reflect on culture, bias, and their sphere of influence to reduce misunderstandings and strengthen patient-centered care.

📅 Tuesdays, November 18 & 25, 2025
🕤 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Participants will learn to:
✨ Understand culture and cultural mindfulness as key parts of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
✨ Explore health equity and barriers to care
✨ Recognize how personal biases and influence impact patient care

Register today: https://ow.ly/p65T50XbP2h

Intro to cultural reflection and the sphere of influence to reduce cultural misunderstandings in your interactions.

10/17/2025

We’re excited to share that KCHC and our partners have been awarded major multi-year funding from the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul, through the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area — the largest collaborative grant initiative in the Foundation’s history!

This support will help us launch and expand programs that strengthen children, youth, families, and older adults across Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington, including:

Exercise, Education & Social Time for Older Adults – With the support of the Canadian Frailty Network, we are bringing wellness programs like Otago Exercise and Strong Bones to rural communities to build strength, balance, and social connection.

HIPPY Early Learning Program – Through a partnership with KEYS Employment & Newcomer Services & Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest - KNCLN, we will begin supporting families through home visits that help parents prepare their children for school success.

Collaborative Care for Students – With the Limestone District School Board, we will begin strengthening school and family supports through integrated mental health, learning, and community programs.

Together, these initiatives help people of all ages live healthier, more connected lives — right here in our community. Stay tuned for more details on each of these exciting programs!

10/15/2025

Queen’s University Research Study – Participants Wanted!

Are you living in Southeastern Ontario and:
* Trying to get pregnant,
* Currently pregnant,
* Recently given birth, or
* Welcoming a baby soon?

Queen’s University researchers want to hear from you. This study explores how people growing their families experience emotions related to climate change, such as anxiety, hope, and grief.

Participation involves:
* A short 20-minute survey (enter to win 1 of 4 gift cards valued at $25)
* Option for a follow-up interview (receive a $35 thank-you honorarium)

📩 Interested? Learn more or sign up at FromEarthToBirth@queensu.ca
or by scanning the QR code in the poster.

10/14/2025

🌿 Ready to take charge of your health? 🌿

If you have 2 or more of the following—high blood pressure, high triglycerides, low HDL (good) cholesterol, a waistline over 31 inches, or high blood sugar—you may qualify for the FREE CHANGE Program -- A year-long health and wellness journey guided by a Registered Dietitian and Registered Kinesiologist.

📍 In-person at 310 Bridge St. W., Napanee or virtually on Zoom.
🗓️ Next intake: October 29th
🕑 Weekly sessions on Wednesdays from 9-11 a.m.

Let’s work together toward better health through exercise and nutrition!
📧 To register or learn more, contact:
📩 paigem@kchc.ca
📞 613-449-7984

10/13/2025

Free Monthly Health Information Sessions – Open to Everyone!

This fall, learn about brain health, blood pressure, vitamins & more—available in-person in Napanee or online.

📧 katherinet@kchc.ca for full details.

10/12/2025

Managing Powerful Emotions: Tools for the Holidays

The holidays can be joyful — but they can also be stressful. That's why we're offering a two-part virtual workshop designed to help you build strategies for managing emotions and reducing holiday stress.

When: Wednesday, December 10 & 17
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
With the right tools, the holidays can feel lighter and more manageable.

Register today: https://ow.ly/TrpN50X9SCP

10/11/2025

Living with chronic pain? Learn practical tools to help you take control.

Empowered Relief is a single-session, 2.5-hour workshop developed at Stanford University by pain psychologists. Using CBT and mindfulness, you’ll learn to:
✅ Identify and challenge negative thought patterns
✅ Practice relaxation and stress management techniques
✅ Create a personalized plan to manage your pain

This virtual workshop is offered on Thursday, October 23 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

https://kchc.ca/events/chronic-pain-empowered-relief-2/ to register today!

10/10/2025

💼 We’re Hiring: Payroll & Accounting Specialist

Join our Finance & Operations team at Kingston Community Health Centres (KCHC)!
We’re looking for a detail-oriented, collaborative professional to help ensure accurate and timely payroll and financial information — supporting both our staff and our mission to build a healthier community.

📍 Location: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston (on-site)
⏰ Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week
💰 Salary: $64,701 – $76,128 annually ($33.18 – $39.04/hr)
📅 Status: Permanent, new vacancy

Want to learn more? Visit https://ow.ly/ZCqp50X9Zon

10/08/2025

Quitting is tough—but you don’t have to do it alone. Through the STOP Program available at our Napanee Area Health Centre site, you’ll get free support and NRT to help repair your health and breathe easier. Message us for more details.

10/07/2025

Free Monthly Health Education Sessions

Community members are invited to join our Strong Bones: Community Education Series at the RFLA Health Team (Lenadco Complex at 310 Bridge St. W, Napanee).

💡 Learn from local experts about food, exercise, and brain health to support your overall well-being — available in person or online!

📧 For details, contact Katherine at katherinet@kchc.ca

10/06/2025

Tamworth residents! Our new Otago Exercise Program is coming to you Wednesdays from 1–3 p.m. at the Library—and there’s still time to join!

If you’re experiencing balance challenges, using a walking aid, or just want to feel steadier on your feet, this free program is here to help. Each session includes: 1 hour of gentle, guided exercises and 1 hour of social and community education.

👉 Curious or ready to register? Email carlyc@kchc.ca or call 613-539-9923.

Tag a friend or neighbour who might benefit—it’s always better together!