Upcoming Events

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

Are you newly diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes?

Patients of North Peel Family Health Team can register for our FREE ‘Diabetes 101’ class.

Learn about:

• What is prediabetes and diabetes?
• Risk factors
• Preventing complications
• Manage or prevent diabetes
• How to manage what you eat
• Living an active and balanced life

To reserve your spot, please CLICK HERE or call the office 905-459-2181

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

Do you have, or care for someone with a chronic health condition?

The Central West Self-Management Program offers FREE workshops online and in-person to support you are your loved ones.

VISIT CENTRAL WEST WEBSITE

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

No-cost, weekly group sessions to help educate, motivate, and keep you on track to lose weight.

To register online CLICK HERE or contact the office at 905-459-2181

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

What to expect?

Participants will be getting a comprehensive understanding of IBS, symptoms and triggers associated with IBSm and management strategies.

The goal of an IBS workshop is to empower participants with the knowledge and skills they need to effectively manage their condition and improve their quality of life.

All patients welcome! To register online CLICK HERE or contact 905-459-2181 for more information.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

Workshop Details:

• 2.5 hours a week for 6 weeks
• Developed by Self-Management Resource Center
• Led by two trained Peer Leaders
• Receive the “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” resource book
• No referral needed – just sign up!

Workshop Topics:

• Physical Activity & Healthy Eating
• Medication Management
• Working with your Healthcare Provider(s)
• Action Planning
• Feedback & Problem Solving
• Dealing with Difficult Emotions

This is a six (6) week workshop.

Pre-registration required – limited space.

To register online CLICK HERE or call 905-459-2181

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

The goal is to help participants:

• Make healthier food choices
• Focus on selecting whole foods
• Learn how to read nutrition labels effectively

The Registered Dietician will:

• Provide insights into the nutritional value of different products in the produce, dairy, grains, and packaged goods sections.
• Provide an overview of basic nutritional concepts, including macronutrients and micronutrients

When: 9:30am on select dates.

CLICK HERE or Call the office to register at 905-459-2181

This program is presented by Woodbine Family Health Team as part of the STOP Program CAMH and Ottawa Model of Smoking Cessation

Are you using vape, cigarettes, cigars, hookah, etc? Ready to or thinking of reducing or quitting? Deciding to quit is a big step towards better health. The well trained staff at the Woodbine FHT is ready and eager to help you in your journey!

What makes the program a success is specialized nicotine treatment counseling and personalized support for those wanting to reduce or quit nicotine.

Work with one of our specially trained staff to create a quit plan: plan for reducing nicotine use; dealing with cravings & withdrawal; planning for your quit journey, strategies to deal with slips, and prevent relapse.

Through the STOP Nicotine Treatment Program we can offer FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (Patches, Lozenges, Gum, Inhaler).

On-going 1:1 support via in-person, phone or virtual visits or a combination of these. (*please note that not all services will be able to be provided via phone or virtually)

To sign up please email Jason Nguyen at nguyenj@woodbinefht.ca with your name & number/email or call 416-342-5140

Giving up nicotine is the single most important thing you can do for your health!

Deciding to quit nicotine is a big step towards better health and a longer life.  Quitting nicotine benefits both you and your family. But, it’s not easy! We understand that. We are here to support you.
Today there are more former smokers and former nicotine users (ie. vapers) than current nicotine users. Our enthusiastic staff are here to help you become a former smoker/vaper.

How we can help you

Once you are ready to become nicotine free, you will be able to attend individual  sessions. During these sessions, the following topics will be explored:

• Reasons why you use nicotine
• Understanding our nicotine behaviour, habits, and routines
• Identify triggers and develop a plan around our triggers
• Managing withdrawal symptoms and coping with cravings
• Stress management
• Concerns abound weight gain and cravings
• NRT (nicotine replacement therapy) and medications
• Concerns about slips and relapse
• Setting and preparing for quit day
• Setting goals along our journey

Benefits of Quitting Vaping

• Improved smell and taste
• Increased lung capacity
• reduced risk of heart attack and stroke
• Improved concentration and memory

Benefits of Quitting Smoking

• 20 minutes after your last cigarette, your blood pressure and pulse rate return to normal.
• After 8 hours, carbon monoxide levels in your blood start to drop
• After 24 hours, your chance of a heart attack decreases
• After 2 days your senses of smell and taste begin to return.
• After 3 days, your breathing becomes easier
• After 1 year, your risk of heart disease is cut by one-half.
• 3 years after you quit, your risk of heart disease is the same as someone who never smoked.
• 10 years after quitting, your risk of lung cancer is cut in half.

This program is presented by Woodbine Family Health Team

This program is for patients who are interested in managing their weight in a healthy & sustainable way. Focus on goal setting & making small lifestyle  changes. Weekly topics around healthy living will be discussed with the dietitian and through active participation & encouragement  of others in the group.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

We invite you to the Walking Club

When: Every Monday from 12:00pm-1:00pm

The goal of this group is to improve physical activity levels and fitness by completing low to moderate intensity physical activity by walking outdoors. There is no cost to participate, and parking is free!

To register or for more information, CLICK HERE or contact the office at 905-459-2181.

This program is presented by Woodbine Family Health Team

Join our walking groups to get a better walking experience. It is a low impact physical activity that decreases your blood pressure and your blood sugar, improves mood and energy.

NORDIC POLE WALKING IS DESIGNED FOR: TOTAL BODY FITNESS

• Burns 30-46% more calories than regular walking!
• Uses 90% of muscles for a full body workout.
• Reduced  impact on knee & hip joints.
• Improves muscle tone, core muscles, posture, balance, stability, and more!

The group meets at the Woodbine FHT Clinic located at 135 Queens Plate Dr. Suite 120 in Etobicoke. Everyone starts to arrive from 9:15 and the group leaves for the walk by 9:30AM.

Poles and snacks are provided. Don’t like the poles, no problem – just come walk with us. Come out and get active!!

Who: anyone who wants to be more active

When: Every Monday and Wednesday 9:30AM 

To sign up please email Michelle Lee at [email protected] with your full name, email and phone number.

This program is presented by Central Brampton Family Health Team

Providing easy to moderate chair-based exercises in a group setting.
Facilitated by a Registered Kinesiologist.
Registration via cbfht.ca, QR code or office at 905-456-7111.

Every Monday at 10am and 11am @ 2130 North Park Dr. Unit 238.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

The CHANGE Program is aimed at adults with Metabolic Syndrome. C.H.A.N.G.E stands for Canadian Health Advanced by Nutrition and Graded Exercise. The program is a 1-year individualized diet and exercise program that is being offered at no cost to you at your family doctor’s clinic.

Weekly Virtual Diet and Exercise Sessions

Come join us Every Tuesday over Zoom

Nutrition presentation by our Registered Dietician

• Healthy Eating
• Label reading
• Weight management
• Heart health
• and more…

Group exercise lead by our Registered kinesiologist – (exercise specialist)

• Tailored to your fitness level
• Includes beginner, medium and your normal level

All patients welcome!

Contact: 905-459-2181 for more information.

Metabolic Syndrome is diagnosed if you have any three of the following:

• high fasting blood sugars
• high fats in your blood
• being on medication for high blood sugar, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol
• having a large waistline

Get Moving!

View our recent videos on the YouTube Channels:

https://www.youtube.com/@kinlinds

https://www.youtube.com/@exerciseforyourhealth/videos

By the end of the program, you may see an improvement in your health including better control of your diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, and weight.

Interested in the CHANGE Program?

To register or for more information, CLICK HERE or contact the office at 905-459-2181.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

~ No fee. Registration required. ~

When you do yoga…

• Your brain cells develop new connections which improve cognitive skills (learning and memory)
• You strengthen parts of the brain that play a key role in memory, attention, awareness, thought, and language
• You strengthen your muscles and bones by using your body against gravity
• You can improve your balance by strengthening your stability muscles

All exercise can help to improve your mood, but yoga…

•  Can affect mood by elevating levels of a brain chemical which is associated with better mood and decreased anxiety

 Yoga and meditation also reduces activity in the limbic system—the part of the brain that is dedicated to emotions

To register CLICK HERE or for more information, contact the office at 905 459-2181.

*Please discuss participation with your doctor/nurse practitioner if you think you may have a medical condition that would affect your ability to participate safely.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

Being physically active can keep you upright, sturdy, and reduce your risk of falling and injuring yourself.

Let’s learn about the Canadian movement guidelines, and keep our muscles and bones strong!

In-person: Mondays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm

CLICK HERE to register or contact the office at 905-459-2181

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

~ No fee. Registration required. ~

When you do yoga…

• Your brain cells develop new connections which improve cognitive skills (learning and memory)
• You strengthen parts of the brain that play a key role in memory, attention, awareness, thought, and language
• You strengthen your muscles and bones by using your body against gravity
• You can improve your balance by strengthening your stability muscles

All exercise can help to improve your mood, but yoga…

•  Can affect mood by elevating levels of a brain chemical which is associated with better mood and decreased anxiety

 Yoga and meditation also reduces activity in the limbic system—the part of the brain that is dedicated to emotions

To register CLICK HERE or for more information, contact the office at 905 459-2181.

*Please discuss participation with your doctor/nurse practitioner if you think you may have a medical condition that would affect your ability to participate safely.

This Program is Presented by North Peel Family Health Team

Join our 5-session Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (SBT) Group

What is CBT?

CBT is an evidence-based psychotherapy treatment that is effective for anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting thoughts and beliefs related to difficult emotions and behaviours.

What to expect?

In this group, we will work through topics, such as identifying and understanding automatic thoughts and thinking traps, managing worries, engaging in actions to improve your mood and overall wellbeing.

CLICK HERE to register online or contact 905-459-2181.

This program is presented by Central Brampton Family Health Team

A place for new moms to learn about effective breastfeeding, nutrition support and infant development in a 4-part series.
Facilitated by a Registered Dietitian and RPN/Lactation Consultant.
Registration via cbfht.ca, QR code or office at 905-456-7111.