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SUMMARY:Meaningful Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful Monitoring is Part 2 of the Diabetes Refresher Workshop. This workshop will assist adults living with Type 2 Diabetes in developing their understanding and skill in self-monitoring\, appropriately maintaining good blood sugar levels\, and becoming more familiar with how their diabetes medication works. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with Type 2 Diabetes\nBe on diabetes medication\nBe using or interested in using a blood glucose monitor*\nRegistered with or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) *Glucose meters NOT provided\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/meaningful-monitoring/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250102T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241101T145906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T183341Z
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SUMMARY:DCHC and Gracewins Online Peer Supporter Training
DESCRIPTION:Durham Community Health Centre and GraceWins Peer Support (GraceWins) are partnering to bring\nGraceWins’ empowering online Peer Supporter Training to the community. \nGraceWins Peer Supporter Training\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training is based on Peer2Peer\, a widely respected\nEuropean Commission-funded vocational training collaborative comprising eight organizations from\nacross Europe. The training is conducted in small groups of no more than 8 people to maximize the\ngroup learning dynamic. It is facilitated to encourage learning by conversation\, debate and drawing\nfrom the participant’s own lived experiences. The training comprises 12-14 weekly classes of an\nhour-and-a-half each. \nFor Whom?\nPersons with lived experience of mental health challenges that have a desire to serve as peer\nsupporters and\, who\, we believe\, possess the attributes to become highly effective peer supporters. \nBy Whom?\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training has been developed and is delivered by\nGraceWins DreamTeam Lead Percy D’Souza. Percy is a Peer Support Canada certified peer supporter and community mental health advocate. An ‘ex-severe\, treatment resistant\, psychotic depressive’\, Percy\nhas facilitated courses at the Recovery Colleges in Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health\nSciences and CMHA Durham. He has served on various mental health-related committees in Durham\nincluding Lakeridge Health and Ontario Shores and is presently a member of the Lakeridge Mental\nHealth & Addictions Consumer Advisory Panel and Durham OHT’s Patient Family and Care Partner\nAdvisory Committee. \nOnline Peer Supporter Training\nWhen: Thursdays\, 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Starts Thursday\, November 7\,2024. For 14 weeks\nWhere: Google Meet (online) \nFee: $300 + HST or pay what you can \nInterested? Connect with us: connect@gracewins139.com / www.gracewins.ca\nGraceWins
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/online-peer-supporter-training/2025-01-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20240110T233947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170208Z
UID:10001823-1735842600-1735849800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:The Diabetes Refresher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s review and start afresh! This workshop will help you polish your diabetes management skills and offer intermediate education for improved control. Learn about how diabetes happens in your body\, which lab markers and targets to watch\, and the ABCs of diabetes self-management. Also learn about nutrition interventions such as portion control\, balancing meals and an introduction to carbohydrate counting. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with established Type 2 Diabetes\nRegistered or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) For virtual sessions you must also:\n\nProvide an email address\nHave access to a computer\, tablet or smart phone\n\n\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/diabetes-refresher-workshop/2025-01-02/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20250102T162644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171207Z
UID:10003096-1736182800-1736193600@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational English Course
DESCRIPTION:DCHC is proud to partner with Durham College to offer a free conversational English course! \n  \nBuild confidence in using English across a range of contexts\, including daily activities\, workplace communication\, and social interactions! \n  \nTo register\, email: academicupgrading@durhamcollege.ca or call 905-721-3131! Classes begin soon!
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/conversational-english-course/2025-01-06/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241030T145628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T145628Z
UID:10002947-1736244000-1736251200@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Ojibwe Language Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join the Indigenous Team at DCHC for FREE Ojibwe Language classes! We are offering these sessions in partnership from Durham Community Health Centre\, the Central East Regional Indigenous Cancer Program\, and Ontario Tech. \n  \nTo register\, or to learn more please contact James C at: jcostello@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/ojibwe-language-classes/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241114T173753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T162309Z
UID:10003087-1736251200-1736276400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Traditional Healer James Carpenter
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Healer\, James Carpenter offers Traditional methods of holistic care\, by addressing mental\, emotional\, physical and spiritual needs\, clients can explore challenges in a safe and confidential space. Limited spots available\, please register as soon as possible. \nTo register\, or to learn more\, please contact James C. at: jcostello@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/traditional-healer-james-carpenter-2/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250107T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241101T145333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T182853Z
UID:10002969-1736267400-1736271000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:DCHC and GraceWins In-Person Peer Supporter Training
DESCRIPTION:Durham Community Health Centre and GraceWins Peer Support (GraceWins) are partnering to bring\nGraceWins’ empowering Peer Supporter Training to the community. \nGraceWins Peer Supporter Training\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training is based on Peer2Peer\, a widely respected\nEuropean Commission-funded vocational training collaborative comprising eight organizations from\nacross Europe. The training is conducted in small groups of no more than 8 people to maximize the\ngroup learning dynamic. It is facilitated to encourage learning by conversation\, debate and drawing\nfrom the participant’s own lived experiences. The training comprises 12-14 weekly classes of an\nhour-and-a-half each. \nFor Whom?\nPersons with lived experience of mental health challenges that have a desire to serve as peer\nsupporters and\, who\, we believe\, possess the attributes to become highly effective peer supporters. \nBy Whom?\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training has been developed and is delivered by\nGraceWins DreamTeam Lead Percy D’Souza. Percy is a Peer Support Canada certified peer supporter and community mental health advocate. An ‘ex-severe\, treatment resistant\, psychotic depressive’\, Percy\nhas facilitated courses at the Recovery Colleges in Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health\nSciences and CMHA Durham. He has served on various mental health-related committees in Durham\nincluding Lakeridge Health and Ontario Shores and is presently a member of the Lakeridge Mental\nHealth & Addictions Consumer Advisory Panel and Durham OHT’s Patient Family and Care Partner\nAdvisory Committee. \nIn-person Peer Supporter Training\nWhen: Tuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:30 pm. Starts Tuesday\, November 5\,2024. For 14 weeks\nWhere: Durham Community Health Centre – South Oshawa\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa \nFee: $300 + HST or pay what you can \nInterested? Connect with us: connect@gracewins139.com / www.gracewins.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/dchc-and-gracewins-in-person-peer-supporter-training/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241114T173753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T162309Z
UID:10003088-1736337600-1736362800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Traditional Healer James Carpenter
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Healer\, James Carpenter offers Traditional methods of holistic care\, by addressing mental\, emotional\, physical and spiritual needs\, clients can explore challenges in a safe and confidential space. Limited spots available\, please register as soon as possible. \nTo register\, or to learn more\, please contact James C. at: jcostello@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/traditional-healer-james-carpenter-2/2025-01-08/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.durhamchc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/DCHC-Flyer_TraditionalHealer.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20250107T193253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T173750Z
UID:10003156-1736415000-1736422200@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Women's Wellness Winter Program
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Wellness Winter Program is for those who identify as female and are interested in meeting other women! Join us and learn new ideas regarding your mental\, physical & spiritual well-being. \nJoin us to enjoy a morning of healthy snacks\, discussions\, activities\, and companionship for women of all ages. \nTo register\, please call Louisa at: 905-718-1519.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/womens-wellness-winter/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20241209T175140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T172614Z
UID:10003068-1736416800-1736420400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Chair Yoga Series
DESCRIPTION:Winter Chair Yoga is six sessions of beginner-friendly chair yoga. Have fun while breathing\, stretching\, strengthening\, and relaxing. No equipment required! \nTo register\, or for more information\, please contact Amy at: anagel@durhamchc.ca or 905-420-0333 Ext. 2239 \n 
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/winter-chair-yoga-series/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Pickering Location\, 17-1450 Kingston Road\, Pickering\, ON\, L1V 1C1\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20240110T232937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170134Z
UID:10001878-1736434800-1736442000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Meaningful Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful Monitoring is Part 2 of the Diabetes Refresher Workshop. This workshop will assist adults living with Type 2 Diabetes in developing their understanding and skill in self-monitoring\, appropriately maintaining good blood sugar levels\, and becoming more familiar with how their diabetes medication works. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with Type 2 Diabetes\nBe on diabetes medication\nBe using or interested in using a blood glucose monitor*\nRegistered with or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) *Glucose meters NOT provided\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/meaningful-monitoring/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.durhamchc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mindful-Monitoring.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095651
CREATED:20250102T162644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171207Z
UID:10003097-1736442000-1736452800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational English Course
DESCRIPTION:DCHC is proud to partner with Durham College to offer a free conversational English course! \n  \nBuild confidence in using English across a range of contexts\, including daily activities\, workplace communication\, and social interactions! \n  \nTo register\, email: academicupgrading@durhamcollege.ca or call 905-721-3131! Classes begin soon!
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/conversational-english-course/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241101T145906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T183341Z
UID:10002984-1736445600-1736451000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:DCHC and Gracewins Online Peer Supporter Training
DESCRIPTION:Durham Community Health Centre and GraceWins Peer Support (GraceWins) are partnering to bring\nGraceWins’ empowering online Peer Supporter Training to the community. \nGraceWins Peer Supporter Training\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training is based on Peer2Peer\, a widely respected\nEuropean Commission-funded vocational training collaborative comprising eight organizations from\nacross Europe. The training is conducted in small groups of no more than 8 people to maximize the\ngroup learning dynamic. It is facilitated to encourage learning by conversation\, debate and drawing\nfrom the participant’s own lived experiences. The training comprises 12-14 weekly classes of an\nhour-and-a-half each. \nFor Whom?\nPersons with lived experience of mental health challenges that have a desire to serve as peer\nsupporters and\, who\, we believe\, possess the attributes to become highly effective peer supporters. \nBy Whom?\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training has been developed and is delivered by\nGraceWins DreamTeam Lead Percy D’Souza. Percy is a Peer Support Canada certified peer supporter and community mental health advocate. An ‘ex-severe\, treatment resistant\, psychotic depressive’\, Percy\nhas facilitated courses at the Recovery Colleges in Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health\nSciences and CMHA Durham. He has served on various mental health-related committees in Durham\nincluding Lakeridge Health and Ontario Shores and is presently a member of the Lakeridge Mental\nHealth & Addictions Consumer Advisory Panel and Durham OHT’s Patient Family and Care Partner\nAdvisory Committee. \nOnline Peer Supporter Training\nWhen: Thursdays\, 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Starts Thursday\, November 7\,2024. For 14 weeks\nWhere: Google Meet (online) \nFee: $300 + HST or pay what you can \nInterested? Connect with us: connect@gracewins139.com / www.gracewins.ca\nGraceWins
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/online-peer-supporter-training/2025-01-09/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.durhamchc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Grace-Photo.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20240110T233947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170208Z
UID:10001824-1736447400-1736454600@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:The Diabetes Refresher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s review and start afresh! This workshop will help you polish your diabetes management skills and offer intermediate education for improved control. Learn about how diabetes happens in your body\, which lab markers and targets to watch\, and the ABCs of diabetes self-management. Also learn about nutrition interventions such as portion control\, balancing meals and an introduction to carbohydrate counting. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with established Type 2 Diabetes\nRegistered or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) For virtual sessions you must also:\n\nProvide an email address\nHave access to a computer\, tablet or smart phone\n\n\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/diabetes-refresher-workshop/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250102T162644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171207Z
UID:10003098-1736787600-1736798400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational English Course
DESCRIPTION:DCHC is proud to partner with Durham College to offer a free conversational English course! \n  \nBuild confidence in using English across a range of contexts\, including daily activities\, workplace communication\, and social interactions! \n  \nTo register\, email: academicupgrading@durhamcollege.ca or call 905-721-3131! Classes begin soon!
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/conversational-english-course/2025-01-13/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250107T203913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T203913Z
UID:10003166-1736787600-1736798400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Land Back Speaker Series: Kelly Lavallee
DESCRIPTION:This month’s guest speaker for the Land Back Speaker Series is Kelly Lavallee\, Kelly is a knowledge keeper\, ceremonialist\, pipe carrier\, and Okitchidaa Kwe. \nJoin the Indigenous Team at DCHC for an evening of discussion on ways to change colonial structures and institutions\, break down barriers that support systems of oppression\, and bring forth Indigenous knowledge and cultural ways of being. \nTo learn more\, or register please contact Audra at: ataillefer@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/land-back-speaker-series-kelly-lavallee/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.durhamchc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Kelly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20240917T140907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T193110Z
UID:10003089-1736791200-1736802000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Gender Affirming Chats
DESCRIPTION:Gender Affirming Chats is a space for folks that don’t identify with the gender they were assigned at birth or are questioning their gender to connect with each other.  \nWe’ll alternate between a social space to play games\, make some art and get to know each other and discussion sessions where we talk about topics such as navigating pronouns\, gender gear\, legal name changes\, health care\, relationships and more.  \nIn-person and virtual options available. \nTime:  \nAges 10-15\, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. \nAges 16+\, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. \nUpcoming Dates (all on Mondays)  \nJan. 12\, 2026 \nJan. 26\, 2026 \nFeb. 9\, 2026 \nFeb. 23\, 2026 \nMar. 9\, 2026 \nMar. 23\, 2026 \n  \nTo register\, contact Declan for a short intake call at 905-213-1207 (call or text)\, or gendercare@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/gender-affirming-chats/2025-01-13/
LOCATION:Pickering Location\, 17-1450 Kingston Road\, Pickering\, ON\, L1V 1C1\, Canada
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250106T180708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T180708Z
UID:10003129-1736791200-1736802000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Gichimanidoo-giizis (Great Spirit Moon) Full Moon Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Gichimanidoo-giizis (Great Spirit Moon)Full Moon Ceremony represents a time to honour silence and reflect on our place in Creation. \nIt is a gathering for the community includes a potluck meal\, and celebration of our relations and traditional Women’s teachings. \nTo register\, or learn more please contact Mary Sue at: mrobinet@durhamdchc.ca or call:(905)723-0036 ext.1096 \n*ceremony holders are welcomed to lead\, with prior notice of intention*
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/gichimanidoo-giizis-great-spirit-moon-full-moon-ceremony/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241030T145628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T145628Z
UID:10002948-1736848800-1736856000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Ojibwe Language Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join the Indigenous Team at DCHC for FREE Ojibwe Language classes! We are offering these sessions in partnership from Durham Community Health Centre\, the Central East Regional Indigenous Cancer Program\, and Ontario Tech. \n  \nTo register\, or to learn more please contact James C at: jcostello@durhamchc.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/ojibwe-language-classes/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241101T145333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T182853Z
UID:10002970-1736872200-1736875800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:DCHC and GraceWins In-Person Peer Supporter Training
DESCRIPTION:Durham Community Health Centre and GraceWins Peer Support (GraceWins) are partnering to bring\nGraceWins’ empowering Peer Supporter Training to the community. \nGraceWins Peer Supporter Training\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training is based on Peer2Peer\, a widely respected\nEuropean Commission-funded vocational training collaborative comprising eight organizations from\nacross Europe. The training is conducted in small groups of no more than 8 people to maximize the\ngroup learning dynamic. It is facilitated to encourage learning by conversation\, debate and drawing\nfrom the participant’s own lived experiences. The training comprises 12-14 weekly classes of an\nhour-and-a-half each. \nFor Whom?\nPersons with lived experience of mental health challenges that have a desire to serve as peer\nsupporters and\, who\, we believe\, possess the attributes to become highly effective peer supporters. \nBy Whom?\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training has been developed and is delivered by\nGraceWins DreamTeam Lead Percy D’Souza. Percy is a Peer Support Canada certified peer supporter and community mental health advocate. An ‘ex-severe\, treatment resistant\, psychotic depressive’\, Percy\nhas facilitated courses at the Recovery Colleges in Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health\nSciences and CMHA Durham. He has served on various mental health-related committees in Durham\nincluding Lakeridge Health and Ontario Shores and is presently a member of the Lakeridge Mental\nHealth & Addictions Consumer Advisory Panel and Durham OHT’s Patient Family and Care Partner\nAdvisory Committee. \nIn-person Peer Supporter Training\nWhen: Tuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:30 pm. Starts Tuesday\, November 5\,2024. For 14 weeks\nWhere: Durham Community Health Centre – South Oshawa\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa \nFee: $300 + HST or pay what you can \nInterested? Connect with us: connect@gracewins139.com / www.gracewins.ca
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/dchc-and-gracewins-in-person-peer-supporter-training/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241119T145153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T145153Z
UID:10003054-1737019800-1737027000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Self-Compassion Group
DESCRIPTION:This psycho-education group is for adults who recognize they often judge and criticize themselves. You will learn skills of mindfulness meditation and self-compassion in order to be kinder and more understanding of yourself. Research on self-compassion has shown that it boosts happiness and improves relationships while reducing anxiety\, depression and shame. \nNo previous experience in mindfulness is required. \nTo register\, please contact: Danielle (905) 723-0036 ext. 1216\,  you must commit to attending all sessions.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/self-compassion/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250107T193253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T173750Z
UID:10003157-1737019800-1737027000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Women's Wellness Winter Program
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Wellness Winter Program is for those who identify as female and are interested in meeting other women! Join us and learn new ideas regarding your mental\, physical & spiritual well-being. \nJoin us to enjoy a morning of healthy snacks\, discussions\, activities\, and companionship for women of all ages. \nTo register\, please call Louisa at: 905-718-1519.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/womens-wellness-winter/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241209T175140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T172614Z
UID:10003069-1737021600-1737025200@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Chair Yoga Series
DESCRIPTION:Winter Chair Yoga is six sessions of beginner-friendly chair yoga. Have fun while breathing\, stretching\, strengthening\, and relaxing. No equipment required! \nTo register\, or for more information\, please contact Amy at: anagel@durhamchc.ca or 905-420-0333 Ext. 2239 \n 
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/winter-chair-yoga-series/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Pickering Location\, 17-1450 Kingston Road\, Pickering\, ON\, L1V 1C1\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20240110T232937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170134Z
UID:10001879-1737039600-1737046800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Meaningful Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Meaningful Monitoring is Part 2 of the Diabetes Refresher Workshop. This workshop will assist adults living with Type 2 Diabetes in developing their understanding and skill in self-monitoring\, appropriately maintaining good blood sugar levels\, and becoming more familiar with how their diabetes medication works. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with Type 2 Diabetes\nBe on diabetes medication\nBe using or interested in using a blood glucose monitor*\nRegistered with or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) *Glucose meters NOT provided\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/meaningful-monitoring/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241122T190618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T195638Z
UID:10003062-1737045000-1737050400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Colours Program Winter
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2SLGBTQI Colours program for Youth in Grade 9 to 12! This recreational program aims to bring together like-minded teens\, meet new people\, get community resources & info + talk about issues that matter to you\, all while participating in creative arts\, crafts or interactive activities. Snacks will be provided. \nRegistration is required. \nFor more information or to register\, please contact Alyssa at: 905-723-0036 ext. 3204
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/colours-program-winter/2025-01-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250102T162644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T171207Z
UID:10003099-1737046800-1737057600@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational English Course
DESCRIPTION:DCHC is proud to partner with Durham College to offer a free conversational English course! \n  \nBuild confidence in using English across a range of contexts\, including daily activities\, workplace communication\, and social interactions! \n  \nTo register\, email: academicupgrading@durhamcollege.ca or call 905-721-3131! Classes begin soon!
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/conversational-english-course/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241101T145906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T183341Z
UID:10002985-1737050400-1737055800@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:DCHC and Gracewins Online Peer Supporter Training
DESCRIPTION:Durham Community Health Centre and GraceWins Peer Support (GraceWins) are partnering to bring\nGraceWins’ empowering online Peer Supporter Training to the community. \nGraceWins Peer Supporter Training\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training is based on Peer2Peer\, a widely respected\nEuropean Commission-funded vocational training collaborative comprising eight organizations from\nacross Europe. The training is conducted in small groups of no more than 8 people to maximize the\ngroup learning dynamic. It is facilitated to encourage learning by conversation\, debate and drawing\nfrom the participant’s own lived experiences. The training comprises 12-14 weekly classes of an\nhour-and-a-half each. \nFor Whom?\nPersons with lived experience of mental health challenges that have a desire to serve as peer\nsupporters and\, who\, we believe\, possess the attributes to become highly effective peer supporters. \nBy Whom?\nThe GraceWins Mental Health Peer Supporter Training has been developed and is delivered by\nGraceWins DreamTeam Lead Percy D’Souza. Percy is a Peer Support Canada certified peer supporter and community mental health advocate. An ‘ex-severe\, treatment resistant\, psychotic depressive’\, Percy\nhas facilitated courses at the Recovery Colleges in Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health\nSciences and CMHA Durham. He has served on various mental health-related committees in Durham\nincluding Lakeridge Health and Ontario Shores and is presently a member of the Lakeridge Mental\nHealth & Addictions Consumer Advisory Panel and Durham OHT’s Patient Family and Care Partner\nAdvisory Committee. \nOnline Peer Supporter Training\nWhen: Thursdays\, 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Starts Thursday\, November 7\,2024. For 14 weeks\nWhere: Google Meet (online) \nFee: $300 + HST or pay what you can \nInterested? Connect with us: connect@gracewins139.com / www.gracewins.ca\nGraceWins
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/online-peer-supporter-training/2025-01-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20240110T233947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T170208Z
UID:10001825-1737052200-1737059400@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:The Diabetes Refresher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s review and start afresh! This workshop will help you polish your diabetes management skills and offer intermediate education for improved control. Learn about how diabetes happens in your body\, which lab markers and targets to watch\, and the ABCs of diabetes self-management. Also learn about nutrition interventions such as portion control\, balancing meals and an introduction to carbohydrate counting. YOU MUST: \n\nBe an adult 18+ with established Type 2 Diabetes\nRegistered or will register with the DCHC Diabetes Education Program (DEP) For virtual sessions you must also:\n\nProvide an email address\nHave access to a computer\, tablet or smart phone\n\n\n\nTo register call the DEP at: 905-723-0036 ext: 1268.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/diabetes-refresher-workshop/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20241217T154853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T154853Z
UID:10003074-1737105300-1737117000@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Massage Clinic
DESCRIPTION:DCHC is hosting a Massage Clinic in partnership with Durham College! \nAll clients are welcome! \nAppointments must be made ahead of time. To make an appointment\, please contact Meagan at mklavet@durhamchc.ca \nPlease note: No clinic on Feb. 28
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/massage-clinic/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095652
CREATED:20250107T163737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T162345Z
UID:10003145-1737106200-1737111600@www.durhamchc.ca
SUMMARY:Parent Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Parent coffee break is a time for parents to come and connect with other parents and enjoy hands on activities\, refreshments and a healthy snack.\nFor parents of children 0-6 years old. \nChildcare is available\, participants must register in advance. \nFor more information\, or to register contact Kim at 289-356-1127.
URL:https://www.durhamchc.ca/event/parent-coffee-break-2/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Oshawa Location\, 115 Grassmere Avenue\, Oshawa\, ON\, L1H 3X7\, Canada
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