Dufferin Area Family Health Team

05/06/2026

☀️🌸The Town of Orangeville, in partnership with the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative OHT, is hosting Seniors SpringFest and Care Day at the Alder Recreation Centre.

This community event is designed to connect residents with a wide range of health and social services, including mental health resources, housing support, and senior services. Many vendors will be on-site, offering information, resources, and support.

Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and the event runs until 3:30 p.m. You are welcome to drop by at any time. Admission to the event is free.

Lunch will be available at 12:30 p.m. for those who purchase in advance, so please be sure to register if you would like lunch.

Register online here: https://tinyurl.com/bw3bfrrc or at Alder or Tony Rose Recreation Centre.

05/05/2026

Today is World Asthma Day. We are pleased to share C.A.R.E., a new tool created by Asthma Canada in coordination with CLA that provides clear direction on what to do in case of an asthma attack.

We have also written an open letter to all individuals across Canada involved in children's organized sports regarding the importance of becoming "asthma aware and prepared"...it could save a life!

Read the letter here: https://tinyurl.com/j99f8fsc

05/05/2026

This National Hospice Palliative Care Week (May 3-9), we recognize the incredible work being done to provide quality palliative care and to call for equitable access for every community, everywhere.

Palliative care improves the quality of life and reduces suffering for people with a life-limiting illness. Many people in Canada, along with their caregivers and families, face significant barriers to accessing a palliative approach to care. Whether in hospice, at home, in long-term care, or in hospital, palliative care can and should be available in any setting to meet individual needs.

To find out about the palliative care options near you:
> Speak with your health care professional
> Visit the Canadian Directory of Hospice Palliative Care Services (https://www.chpca.ca/directory-listing/)
> Call a local community directory like 8-1-1 (Ontario)
> In Dufferin & Caledon, contact or visit https://bethellhospice.org/.

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

Social connection is essential to mental health and too many people in our community feel lonely. CMHA’s Mental Health Week (May 4-10) invites us to Come Together, Canada through small, everyday acts of connection.

Take the "Tiny Interaction" Challenge!
1. Text one person you haven't spoken to in a while.
2. Give a genuine compliment to a coworker or a service worker.
3. Put the phone away for 10 minutes while eating with someone else.

Who is one person who always makes your day a little brighter? Tag them to say thanks! Because connection strengthens mental health.

05/01/2026

Join us for Coffee & Connection in Dufferin ☕

Come together during Mental Health Week to connect, recharge, and feel part of your community.

What to expect:
• Enjoy free coffee, refreshments, and meaningful conversations
• Connect with local community members
• Discover mental health supports, resources, activities, and giveaways

Whether you drop in for a quick coffee or stay to connect, there’s a place for you here 💬

📍 St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Orangeville
🗓 May 7 | 1 – 3 PM

Bring a friend or come as you are 🤍

05/01/2026

Living with arthritis doesn't have to mean living with constant discomfort. Knowledge is the best tool. 💙

St. Mark’s Anglican Church and the Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) invite you to a free community workshop focused on wellness and practical strategies for managing arthritis.

🗓️ Event Details
When: Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Where: St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 5 First Avenue, Orangeville

💡 What You’ll Learn
Claire Jacek, an Occupational Therapist from the Arthritis Society of Canada’s Rehabilitation and Education Program, will lead an informative session covering:

>Understanding different types of arthritis, with a focus on Osteoarthritis
>Effective management strategies to improve mobility.
>Practical daily living tips to reduce pain.

🙋 How to Join
While drop-ins are welcome, you can contact Yasmin Rizzi, Parish Nurse, at (519) 217-7125 for more information or to let us know you’re coming.

Take the first step toward better joint health and a more comfortable daily life. We hope to see you there!

05/01/2026

Today, we celebrate National Physicians’ Day! 🇨🇦🩺
To the physicians who work tirelessly in our clinics, hospitals, and communities: thank you for your expertise, your compassion, and your unwavering commitment to our health. Your impact goes far beyond the stethoscope!
Take a moment today to thank a doctor who has made a difference in your life! 👇

04/29/2026

Parenting a teenager can feel like walking a fine line…
How much support is helpful, and when does it become too much?

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟐 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟕:𝟎𝟎–𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 (𝐩𝐥𝐮𝐬 𝐚 𝟑𝟎-𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐐&𝐀) 𝐟𝐨𝐫
𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡: 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐞𝐬.

This honest and validating workshop will explore how to support your teen’s growing independence while still staying connected—especially when challenges and conflict arise.

We’ll also introduce the new Youth Hub in Orangeville and share ways to access support for your teen and your family.

From first jobs to friendships in a digital world, bring your questions—we’ll make space for all of it.

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/4teU5Za

04/29/2026

Reinforcement 101 is an essential workshop designed to enhance your understanding of behavior management through the lens of reinforcement, a powerful tool that influences our daily interactions and is key […]

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