Ottawa Valley Family Health Team

03/26/2026

To help us provide the best care, it’s important that we have your current contact information on file.

Please ensure we have your correct:
• 📞 Phone number
• 📧 Email address
• 🏠 Mailing address

03/25/2026

Tips for Healthy Eating:

1. Build a balanced plate – Fill half your plate with vegetables and fruit

2. Include protein at every meal – Helps keep you full and energized

3. Choose whole grains more often – Rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals to support heart

4. Eat regular meals – Fueling your body throughout the day supports energy, focus, and balanced blood sugar

5. Make water your drink of choice – Stay hydrated and support overall health

Healthy Eating Is About More Than Food:
- Eat at the table – Limit distractions and be mindful of your meals
- Cook at home more often – You control ingredients and portions
- Slow down and enjoy your food – Pay attention to flavors and fullness cues
- Share meals with others – Eating together makes meals more enjoyable and satisfying

https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/

03/25/2026

A wonderful resource to file Tax Returns for modest income families/persons

03/23/2026

🌿 Today’s the day!
Join us at 12:00pm for our Mindful Monday!
🧘‍♀️ No experience needed — just bring yourself and your lunch!
📍 Zoom Meeting ID: 838 7951 3830
Password: OVFHT

03/16/2026

March 23rd 2026 - Progressive Muscle Relaxation meditation
Feeling stressed? It’s time to try Progressive Muscle Relaxation! This simple yet effective two-step practice helps you reduce stress while increasing your awareness of how tension can feel in your body. In the first step, you’ll learn to create tension in specific muscle groups and really notice those sensations. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with your body and find deep relaxation. Ready to give it a go? Join us virtually

03/13/2026

We're proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario.

Read more on our website👇🏻:

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. READ ARTICLE

03/11/2026

The Ottawa Valley Family Health Team – Carleton Place Clinic will be closed this evening for Dr. Potvin and Dr. Lobos’ evening clinics due to inclement weather.

The clinic will re-open tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m. for regular hours.

If you need to travel this evening, please take care and stay safe.

03/11/2026

🥗✨ Team Spotlight: Meet Our Registered Dietitian, Janine ✨🥗

In celebration of Dietitian Day, we’re proud to highlight an important member of our team — our Registered Dietitian!

This year, Dietitians of Canada has announced the 2026 Nutrition Month theme: Nourish to Flourish 🌿 — recognizing the connection between food and overall well-being, and the role nutrition plays in helping us feel our best.

Janine brings this theme to life every day by supporting patients in making informed choices to meet their health needs.

How Our Dietitian Supports You at OVFHT:
•Offers one-on-one nutrition support tailored to your needs
•Helps manage health conditions like diabetes and heart disease
•Provides guidance to prevent illness and support overall wellness
•Works with you to build realistic, sustainable lifestyle habits
•Supports you in developing a positive, balanced relationship with food
•Helps parents create a healthy and supportive eating environment at home

🌟 What Makes Dietitians Unique?
✔️ Regulated health professionals
✔️ Work collaboratively with members of your health care team
✔️ Provide evidence-based nutrition care
✔️ Focus on realistic, sustainable changes
✔️ Support you in reaching your personal health goals

Almonte patients can self-refer to our Dietitian by calling our FHT assistant 613-256-9370 ext. 4041

Join us in celebrating Dietitian Day and thanking Janine for the compassionate, expert care she provides to our community! 👏💚

03/11/2026

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. 🩺

Read the full story below 👇:

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.

03/11/2026

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. 🩺

Read the full story below. 👇

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.

03/10/2026

We’re thrilled to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder!

Read the full feature below 👇

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.