Napanee Area Community Health Centre

11/18/2025

Talking about death, loss, and grief can feel uncomfortable — and grieving itself is often misunderstood. Most of us will face loss at some point, but few are prepared for how long grief can last, how deeply it can affect us, or how it changes our lives and relationships.

When connection is needed most, many people grieving feel alone, unseen, or unsure where to turn. Even well-meaning friends and family may not know how to offer support in the ways that truly help.

National Grief and Bereavement Day is today -- November 18th, a time to increase grief literacy and remind our community that support is available.

If you or someone you know is navigating grief, explore local resources and supports here:
https://ow.ly/Rax250XsSbK

11/17/2025

We’re hiring a Nurse Navigator (Respiratory Care)!

If you’re passionate about supporting people with lung health challenges like COPD and asthma — and love working as part of a collaborative care team — this role is for you.

✨ Full-time, permanent
📍 Kingston, ON
💰 $35.96 – $42.30/hr
💚 Flexible schedule options
🌈 Inclusive, community-focused workplace

Join us in helping our community breathe a little easier.

Learn more + apply at BambooHR
https://ow.ly/g8vT50XsRT5

11/16/2025

Brief Action Planning is a virtual workshop that teaches a patient-centred approach rooted in Motivational Interviewing, helping people turn their health goals into concrete, achievable plans.

This full-day interactive training is perfect for health care providers and teams looking to strengthen communication skills that support self-management, goal setting, and behaviour change in patients.

📅 Thursday, December 11
🕣 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST (with lunch break)

To learn more visit: https://ow.ly/Lqjt50Xr7Of

11/15/2025

Virtual Workshop Alert: Intro to Neurodiversity in Adults

We're hosting an insightful online event where we delve into neurodiversity and autism in adults.

Discover the unique strengths and challenges of individuals on the autism spectrum. Our speakers will provide valuable information and tips on understanding and supporting neurodivergent adults in various aspects of life.

Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to expand your knowledge, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about neurodiversity and autism in adults.

Learn more here:

Join us for an insightful online event where we delve into neurodiversity and autism in adults. Discover the unique strengths and challenges of individuals on the autism spectrum! Our speakers will provide valuable information and tips on understanding and supporting neurodivergent adults in various...

11/14/2025

🌍 November 14 is World Diabetes Day

This year’s theme — “Diabetes Across Life Stages” — reminds us that diabetes can affect anyone, at any age. From childhood to older adulthood, every person living with diabetes deserves access to integrated care, supportive environments, and policies that promote health, dignity, and self-management.

We’re here to help you take charge of your health by offering:
✅ Virtual self-management workshops
✅ In-person diabetes education with professional diabetes educators
✅ Preventive care for long-term wellness

Together, we can make every stage of life a healthy one. 💙

11/13/2025

Join us for an educational session on dementia.

Colton Sedore, Minds in Motion Coordinator with the Alzheimer Society of KFL&A, will be hosting a one-hour session on November 20, from 10–11 a.m.

Learn about:
* What dementia is and how it affects people
* Practical prevention tips
*How exercise can help prevent dementia and support those living with it
* The Minds in Motion program

📍 Location: RFLA Allied Health Team Office, 310 Bridge Street West Napanee, Unit G1
📞 RSVP: katherinet@kchc.ca or 613-449-5678

Everyone is welcome!

11/06/2025

We have had 4 spaces unexpectedly upon up in our chronic back pain class starting next week.
This class runs on Wed and Fri from 115-215 for 7 weeks, starting Nov 12th.
If you have chronic non specific back pain and would like to register for this free program, please contact 613-449-5678.
All program details can be found here: https://rflahealth.ca/home/programs/glad-back/?doing_wp_cron=1762465517.1015269756317138671875

11/06/2025

Managing Powerful Emotions: Tools for the Holidays

The holidays can be joyful — but they can also be stressful. That's why we're offering a two-part virtual workshop designed to help you build strategies for managing emotions and reducing holiday stress.

When: Wednesday, December 10 & 17
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
With the right tools, the holidays can feel lighter and more manageable.

Register today: https://ow.ly/A6jL50X9SCJ

11/04/2025

Community residents are invited to join Peaceful Paces — a new group in Napanee offering gentle, mindful walks to lift your mood, reduce stress, and connect with others. Move at your own pace and enjoy the benefits of being outdoors this fall and winter.

🗓️ Friday, Nov 28
🕐 1:30–3 PM
📍 Napanee Fairgrounds parking lot on York St.
(next to the Curling Club and Agriculture Society building)

Weather permitting — all are welcome! Email melissar@kchc.ca for questions.

11/01/2025

Cultural Mindfulness for Practitioners Workshop

Have you ever faced an uncomfortable situation rooted in cultural misunderstanding — with a colleague or a patient — and weren’t sure how it happened?

Join us for this two-part interactive workshop designed to help practitioners reflect on culture, bias, and their sphere of influence to reduce misunderstandings and strengthen patient-centered care.

📅 Tuesdays, November 18 & 25, 2025
🕤 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Participants will learn to:
✨ Understand culture and cultural mindfulness as key parts of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
✨ Explore health equity and barriers to care
✨ Recognize how personal biases and influence impact patient care

Register today: https://ow.ly/AHSn50XbP2b

Intro to cultural reflection and the sphere of influence to reduce cultural misunderstandings in your interactions.

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from all of us! 👻

Our teams got into the spooky spirit today with some creative costumes, festive fun, and plenty of treats (no tricks!). 🕸️🕷️

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween — whether you’re out trick-or-treating, handing out candy, or enjoying the Blue Jays Game!

10/31/2025

Virtual Workshop Alert: Intro to Neurodiversity in Adults

We're hosting an insightful online event where we delve into neurodiversity and autism in adults.

Discover the unique strengths and challenges of individuals on the autism spectrum! Our speakers will provide valuable information and tips on understanding and supporting neurodivergent adults in various aspects of life.

Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to expand your knowledge, this event is perfect for anyone interested in learning more about neurodiversity and autism in adults.

Learn more here:

Join us for an insightful online event where we delve into neurodiversity and autism in adults. Discover the unique strengths and challenges of individuals on the autism spectrum! Our speakers will provide valuable information and tips on understanding and supporting neurodivergent adults in various...