South Georgian Bay Health Partners are Selected to Become an Ontario Health Team
November 19, 2020
South Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team collaborate to design the best possible care for our region Collingwood, Ontario – November 18, 2020 – Today, Premier Doug Ford, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care announced the South Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team (SGBOHT) as one of 13… Continue reading South Georgian Bay Health Partners are Selected to Become an Ontario Health Team
Collingwood COVID-19 Assessment Centre moves to parking lot behind Collingwood Legion
November 4, 2020
Collingwood, Ontario – November 2, 2020 – The Collingwood COVID-19 Assessment Centre has moved to the parking lot behind the Collingwood Legion at 490 Ontario Street and will operate both the appointment based, drive-through COVID-19 assessments and flu shot clinics. To book an appointment at the Collingwood Assessment Centre: Call 705-444-5885 to speak to a… Continue reading Collingwood COVID-19 Assessment Centre moves to parking lot behind Collingwood Legion
November is Diabetes Awareness Month!
November 3, 2020
What is Diabetes Awareness Month? Diabetes Awareness Month is a time when communities across the country team up to bring awareness to diabetes and urge action to tackle the diabetes epidemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has created even more urgency as adults living with diabetes are at greater risk of developing serious symptoms and complications, like… Continue reading November is Diabetes Awareness Month!
Drive-Through Flu Clinics Start November 2 in South Georgian Bay
October 27, 2020
To book an appointment at a drive through location, visit www.gbfht.ca or call 705-444-5885. Collingwood, Ontario – October 26, 2020 – This fall, the South Georgian Bay community will be able to obtain their flu shot at drive-through, appointment only community clinics, in Collingwood, Creemore, Stayner and Wasaga Beach, commencing November 2, 2020. The appointment… Continue reading Drive-Through Flu Clinics Start November 2 in South Georgian Bay
COVID-19 Drive Through Assessment Centre Opens in Wasaga Beach Oct. 21
October 20, 2020
Wasaga Beach, Ontario – October 19, 2020 – As part of ongoing efforts to keep the South Georgian Bay community safe from potential spread of the COVID-19 virus, a new Drive Through COVID-19 Assessment Centre will open in Wasaga Beach on October 21, 2020. The assessment centre will be located in the parking lot behind… Continue reading COVID-19 Drive Through Assessment Centre Opens in Wasaga Beach Oct. 21
A Sense of Belonging Matters to Health: South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre Offers Free Virtual Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
October 1, 2020
SGBCHC community programs help combat social isolation for people living in South Georgian Bay Wasaga Beach, Ontario – October 1, 2020 – We know anecdotally that people are healthier when connected to social and community supports. According to a recent study by Angus Reid and Cardus, nearly a quarter of Canadians are very lonely and/or… Continue reading A Sense of Belonging Matters to Health: South Georgian Bay Community Health Centre Offers Free Virtual Programs During the COVID-19 Pandemic
South Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team Planning Table Submits Full Application
September 24, 2020
Wasaga Beach, Ontario – September 24, 2020 – On Friday, September 18, 2020, the South Georgian Bay Ontario Heath Team (SGB OHT) planning table submitted its full application to the Ministry of Health towards becoming an Ontario Health Team. The SGB OHT planning table is comprised of eleven anchor organizations, inclusive of Community Connection, Georgian… Continue reading South Georgian Bay Ontario Health Team Planning Table Submits Full Application
Social Rx Group Has Success Moving Online
September 22, 2020
Darlene Lucas joined the SGBCHC team over two years ago and is currently working as the Centre’s Clinical Assistant. In 2018, Darlene held a lead role in supporting the implementation of the Social Prescriptions (Rx) Pilot Program in this region. The Social Prescribing Program worked with volunteers to develop social and cultural programs that addressed… Continue reading Social Rx Group Has Success Moving Online
Why We Developed “Nourished”: A Body-Positive Diabetes Program
September 22, 2020
I have returned from maternity leave and so much has changed! Not only have our everyday activities and errands shifted, but how we provide care to our clients at the Community Health Centre looks different too. While many of our medical staff are booking in-person appointments, I’m continuing to see clients virtually and it has certainly been… Continue reading Why We Developed “Nourished”: A Body-Positive Diabetes Program
South Georgian Bay CHC Fall Program Guide
September 8, 2020
Click here for the South Georgian Bay CHC 2020 Fall Program Guide