DCHC and TAIBU Collaboration

Durham Community Health Centre and TAIBU Community Health Centre (TAIBU) have come together to collaborate on initiatives that address the impact of anti-Black racism on members of the African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) communities in Durham Region.

The goal of this collaboration is to improve the health and well-being of members of ACB communities by planning, designing, and implementing culturally affirming events, workshops, and services.

We are excited to offer a wide-range of events and activities – see details below.

L.E.A.R.N. After School Academic Mentorship Program

For youth ages 5-11 years& 12-18 years

Wednesdays (October 2023 to June 2024)
@ 4:00-6:30pm
DCHC Pickering Site: 17-1450 Kingston Road

Benefits include:
– Supportive learning environment
– 1:1 Academic tutoring and mentorship
– Educational games, activities, and challenges
– Dinner and transportation will be provided

To register or for inquiries contact: Ronaye, Program Facilitator at rchester@taibuchc.ca or 416-644-3539 x2237

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We are also looking for Black Mentors (aged 16+) for the Program.

Benefits of mentorship include:
– Community hours earned/references given
– Training and monetary incentives offered
– Transportation (PRESTO) provided
– Team Building Opportunities

To apply or receive more information, contact Shawna, Program Coordinator at swilliams@taibuchc.ca.

Physical Activity Programming

We are pleased to offer the following activities that support a healthy and active lifestyle for members of the Black community in Durham Region.

Mondays
Functional Mind & Body Stretch Exercise
In person
10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
No classes: February 26, March 11, April 1, April 22

Tuesdays
Reggaecise Dance Exercise
In person & virtual
9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Black Health Challenge- health education sessions (after Reggaecise)
In-person
10:45am-12:00pm

No class: March 12

Wednesdays
Caribbean Fitness
In person
10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
No class: March 13

All in person classes will take place at DCHC Picking Site: 17-1450 Kingston Road and for all virtual classes, join via Zoom using this link and Passcode: 483862 Meeting ID: 865 4878 3384