Upcoming Community Events 2018

Date

Event Description

                          Time and Location                    

Free Community Exercise Classes for Seniors

The Township of Wilmot, Wellesley and Woolwich, are offering free exercise classes for seniors that focus on cardio, balance, strength and flexibility. These classes will be ongoing throughout the Summer.

For more information please contact 519-664-1900 or 1-855-664-1900. There is no registration required and drop-ins are welcome.

Walk-In Counselling Service

Family Counselling and Support Services is offering Open Access Walk- In Services on Wednesdays. Counsellors will provide a single session for individuals, couples and families. For more information click here. No appointment needed.

109 Surrey Street E

Guelph, ON

1:00pm- 7:00pm

Live Smart

This program provides customized exercise support and education for individuals with osteoporosis, arthritis, fibromyalgia, managed heart conditions and COPD. The program is held for one hour,  twice a week for a total of 12 weeks. Book your free consulation and tour to see if this program is a fit for you.

Shriya Maharaj:     smaharaj@ckwymca.ca  or 519-743-5201 x 255- A.R Kaufman Family YMCA Kitchener

Marc Demers:        mdemers@ckwymca.ca or 519-623-9622 x 242- Chaplin Family YMCA Cambridge

A.R Kaufman Family YMCA

333 Carwood Avenue, Kitchener

Chaplin Family YMCA

250 Hespeler Road

Cambridge

Healthy Hearts

This program provides customized exercise support and education for those at risk of cardiovascular disease or living with a controlled heart condition. The program is held for one hour,  twice a week for a total of 8 weeks. Book your free consulation and tour to see if this program is a fit for you.

Marc Demers: mdemers@ckwymca.ca or 519-623-9622 x 242

250 Hespeler Road

Cambridge

Ongoing

Once a Month

Friends and Relatives Support Group

A group for people who are supporting someone living with a life-threatening illness. You will share experiences and learn coping skills that will help you provide quality care while maintaining a sence of well- being. Contact Julie Schelter at 519-743-4114 or julie@hospicewaterloo.ca

298 Lawrence Avenue,

Kitchener,  ON

6:30pm- 8:30pm

Ongoing

Mon-Tue

Thur-Fri

Adult Day Program

Music therapy, guest speakers, trivia games and sing-a-longs are just some of the fun filled- activities you will have the opportunity to participate in during the Adult Day Program. There is also a hot lunch and transportation included.  If you are interested in learning more or arranging a visit, contact 519-669-1223.

120 Barnswallow Drive,

Elmira, ON

9:30am- 3:00pm

Ongoing

Adult Day Program

Music therapy, guest speakers, trivia games and sing-a-longs are just some of the fun filled- activities you will have the opportunity to participate in during the Adult Day Program. There is also a hot lunch and transportation included.  If you are interested in learning more or arranging a visit, contact 519-669-1223.

200 Boullee Street

New Hamburg, ON

9:30am- 3:00pm

Ongoing

Every Wedneday

Day Away Program

Suitable for people with a life limiting diagnosis who are able to move around independently and take medication independently. Information sessions about coping, healthy living, Reiki treatments guided meditation etc. For more information, please call 519-836-3921 or info@hospicewellington.org

Guelph, ON

10:00am- 2:00pm

Ongoing

Every Tuesday

Escape the Ordinary- Hospice Day Away Program

A weekly, full-day program offered in Kitchener and Cambridge for individuals living with a life threatening illness. You will have an opportunity to participate in discussions and group activities that promote fun, laughter and well-being. Hosted by the Hospice Waterloo Region. For more information contact hospice@hospicewaterloo.ca

298 Lawrence Avenue,

Kitchener, ON

10:00am- 2:00pm

Ongoing

Second Tuesday each Month

Diabetes Connection

The Woolwich Community Health Centre will be hosting a 1 hour group for people living with diabetes to share stories, ask questions and help eachother manage their diabetes.  This support group is intended for people with a diagnonis of diabetes or their support persons. No registration required. Drop-ins are welcome. For more information call Tiffany Krahn at 519-664-3794 ext 241.

10 Parkside Drive

St. Jacobs, ON

6:00pm- 7:00pm

Ongoing

Thursdays

Mind Over Mood

Tired of feeling at the mercy of your mood? Join this free workshop to learn and practice the skills of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) through the workbook Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Chaning the Way You Think.

9 Wellington Street,

Unit 1

Cambridge, ON

10:00am- 11:30am

Osteoporosis: Updates & Controversies

Join this free educational event hosted by the Centre for Bone Health on November 3, 2018 from 9-12pm. Seating is limited. Please register by October 19, 2018. Click Here to register or call Crystal Hughes at 519-743-5201 ext 233. 

St. George Banquet Hall

665 King St N

Waterloo, ON

9:00am- 12:00pm

Nov 5-

Dec 10

Mondays

Take Charge Chronic Disease

This FREE 6 week workshop is for people living with any type of ongoing health condition.  It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here

Kitchener Downtown CHC

44 Francis St S

Kitchener, ON

1:00pm- 3:30pm

3rd floor lounge

Nov 7-

Dec 12

Wednedays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

YMCA-YWCA of Guelph

130 Woodland Glen Drive

Guelph, ON

6:00pm- 8:00pm

Getting the Most From Your Healthcare Appointment

 This program helps you learn how to ask the right questions of your doctor or health care provider so you understand and feel confident in taking an active role in your own healthcare. To register, click here

Stanley Park Community Centre

505 Franklin St N

Kitchener, ON

3:00pm- 4:00pm

Nov 15-

Dec 13

Thursdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Langs CHC

1145 Concession Rd

Cambridge, ON

2:00pm- 4:00pm

A Conversation with Landsberg, Hedger and You!

Join us for an evening with Jennifer Hedger and Michael Landsberg for a conversation about mental health in the Wellington County. Featuring comments and insights from local community leaders. Free admission, all are welcome. For more information and to register click here

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex

550 Belsyde Ave E

Fergus, ON

6:00PM

Jan 8-

Feb 12

Tuesdays

Better Sleep

This program will help you learn strategies to relax your mind and body, to decrease insomnia, and to fall asleep or back to sleep easier. To register, click here.

Woolwich Memorial Centre

24 Snyder Ave S

Elmira, ON

10:00am- 11:00am

Getting the Most From Your Healthcare Appointment

 This program helps you learn how to ask the right questions of your doctor or health care provider so you understand and feel confident in taking an active role in your own healthcare. To register, click here

Jan 17-

Feb 7

Thursdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Stanley Park Community Centre

505 Franklin St N

Kitchener, ON

7:00pm- 9:00pm

Jan 22-

Feb 12

Tuesdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Stork Family YMCA

500 Fischer-Hallman Rd North

Waterloo, ON

1:00pm- 3:00pm

Getting the Most From Your Healthcare Appointment

 This program helps you learn how to ask the right questions of your doctor or health care provider so you understand and feel confident in taking an active role in your own healthcare. To register, click here

Rockway Centre

1405 King St E

Kitchener, ON

10:30am- 12:00pm

Feb 6-

Mar 6

Wednesdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Langs CHC

1145 Concession Rd

Cambridge, ON

5:30pm- 7:30pm

Feb 7-

Feb 28

Thursdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Williamsbug Community Centre1187 Fischer-Hallman Rd

Kitchener, ON

1:00pm- 3:00pm

We All Pull Together- First Peoples Healing Conference

The conference will feature an all First Peoples lineup, with workshops, speakers, performances, panels, discussion groups, a Library of Experiences. You must register to attend. Click here to register.

Bingemans Conference Centr

 425 Bingemans Centre Dr

Kitchener, ON

Time: TBD

Feb 12-

Mar 5

Tuesdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

New Vision FHT

421 Greenbrook Drive

Kitchener, ON

10:00am- 11:30am

Aging Well in Woolwich- Information and Active Living Fair 2019

Join us for this free event in St. Jacobs! There will be guest speakers, information displays, lunch and snacks and door prizes as well. You must register for this event by February 1st. Please contact 519-664-1900 to RSVP.

Calvary United Church

48 Hawkesville Road

St. Jacobs, ON

9:00am- 1:30pm

Feb 19-

Mar 26

Tuesdays

Take Charge Chronic Pain

This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain.  It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here

Stanley Park Community Centre

505 Franklin St N

Kitchener, ON

4:00pm- 6:30pm

Feb 21-

Mar 21

Thursdays

Craving Change™

This FREE 4- week program helps you understand why you eat the way you do.  It is led by health care professionals certified in the program, and is offered at various locations throughout the region. To register, click here.

Heidelberg Community Centre

2915 Lobsinger Line

Heidelberg, ON

N0B 2M0

6:00pm- 8:00pm

Mar 19-

April 23

Tuesdays

Take Charge Chronic Pain

This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain.  It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here

Woolwich Memorial Centre

24 Snyder Ave S

Elmira, ON

N3B 1K8

9:30am- 12:00pm

May 8-

June 12

Wednesdays

Take Charge Chronic Pain

This FREE 6 week workshop is for people struggling with chronic pain.  It is led by certified Peer Leaders in a community setting. To register, click here

Heidelberg Community Centre

2915 Lobsinger Line

Heidelberg, ON

N0B 2M0

1:00pm- 3:30pm