Norfolk Family Health Team - Norfolkfht

11/14/2025

🌍 World Diabetes Day 💙
Today, the Norfolk Family Health Team recognizes World Diabetes Day and the importance of raising awareness about diabetes prevention, early detection, and ongoing management.
We are committed to supporting our community through education, care, and resources that empower individuals to live healthier lives.

11/13/2025

🌿 It’s National Nurse Practitioner Week!
Nurse Practitioners are highly trained healthcare professionals who assess, diagnose, order tests, prescribe medications, and provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages.
At the Norfolk Family Health Team, we’re proud to have 11 dedicated NPs who bring compassion, clinical expertise, and teamwork to every patient interaction.
Thank you for the vital role you play in keeping our community healthy! 💙

11/11/2025

On this Remembrance Day, we reflect with gratitude on the courage and sacrifice of those who served for our freedom and peace.
We will remember them.
🌺 🇨🇦

11/10/2025

NPs and the important role they play in healthcare!

11/10/2025

🌿 Power Over Pain – 8-Week Program
Take steps toward better managing your health with our Power Over Pain program.
📅 Wednesdays, 1–3 PM
📍 Conference Room
🕓 Runs for the next 8 weeks
This program is designed to help individuals living with chronic pain and fibromyalgia better understand their condition and develop strategies for daily management.
Topics include:
• Understanding chronic pain and fibromyalgia
• The role of nutrition in managing pain
• Supporting mental health and emotional well-being
• The importance of sleep and rest routines
Join us and learn practical tools to improve your quality of life.

11/08/2025

Advanced Care Planning: Because Your Wishes Matter
🗓️ November 27 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Advance Care Planning helps you prepare for future health care decisions by identifying your values, wishes, and what matters most to you. This session will guide you through how to start these important conversations with your family and loved ones, and how to document your choices clearly.
➡️ Limited spaces available!

11/06/2025

👋 We’re excited to welcome Registered Nurse Stephanie Canning to the team!
Stephanie will be supporting patients in the Primary Care Access Clinic, helping provide accessible care to residents in our community.
Welcome aboard, Stephanie! 💙

11/05/2025

https://www.instagram.com/p/DQenM40jopP/?igsh=MTljMW84eDI0ZHRtNg== 🌟 The Norfolk Family Health Team, in collaboration with the BBN Ontario Health Team (OHT), is honoured to receive the Bright Lights Award for Digital Tools, Human Care: Innovation with Purpose at this year’s AFHTO Conference.
We’re proud to be recognized by our association and peers for our shared commitment to innovation and patient-centered care.

11/05/2025

11/04/2025

Flu vaccines are now available! 💉
Protect yourself and those around you this season.
You can get your flu shot:
✅ At your local pharmacy
✅ During your regular practitioner appointment
✅ At our nursing clinic — by appointment on Wednesdays
Stay healthy this flu season! 🍂

11/01/2025

📣 Opening Monday, November 3 – Primary Care Access Clinic
📍 185 Robinson Street, 2nd Floor
Are you a resident of Brantford, Brant, or Norfolk without a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner?
The BBN Primary Care Access Clinic is here to help!
This temporary clinic provides essential, non-emergency care for unattached patients in our community.
💡 By appointment only — not a walk-in clinic.
✅ Services include:
• Minor illnesses & injuries
• Specialist referrals
• Vaccinations & cancer screening
• Prenatal & sexual health care
• Prescription renewals (non-narcotic)
• Chronic disease management
A collaboration between Grand River CHC, Norfolk FHT, and PrimaCare Community FHT, proudly funded by the Brantford Brant Norfolk Ontario Health Team (BBN OHT). Full clinic details at our website https://norfolkfht.ca/community-programs/primary-care-access-clinic/ and all clinic locations and hours on the BBN OHT website https://bbnoht.ca
🚑 For emergencies, please call 911 or visit your nearest Emergency Department.

10/30/2025

💙 Caring for a loved one at home?

Bedsores, also known as pressure injuries, can be painful and slow to heal, but many can be prevented with the right knowledge and support.

You’re invited to a free community Open House on Pressure Injury Prevention at Norfolk General Hospital.

📅 Tuesday, November 18
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 North South Conference Room, Main Level – Robinson Street Entrance

At this event, you’ll:

✔ Learn simple, effective ways to protect your loved ones
✔ Get advice from health experts and community partners
✔ Explore tools you can use right away at home
✔ Learn what we do in hospital to prevent and heal

✅ Free event ✅ Free parking ✅ All are welcome

Together, we can help keep the people we care about safe and comfortable.

👉 Visit https://bit.ly/47EneDU for more details.