Community Care Northumberland

Community Care recently received funding from the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund through the Northumberland United Way. This funding will help several of our programs and services that continue to support clients throughout Northumberland County. Read more below

Tune in tomorrow, December 8th for an information presentation about diabetes from Frances Murphy, Diabetes Nurse Educator from the Community Health Centres of Northumberland, during our virtual coffee time. Register now for this FREE event by phoning 705-653-1411 or emailing [email protected]

Today is International Volunteer Day, which is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the invaluable work of volunteers. We could not do what we do without our many volunteers throughout the county who give their time and talents to help serve those in their communities. From our volunteer drivers, to our Meals on Wheels volunteers, to our telephone reassurance and friendly visiting volunteers and everyone in between, we thank you for your kindness, compassion and community service. #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD2020

Yesterday we accepted a donation from the Cramahe Family Thrift Shop, a not-for-profit thrift store that donates their profits to local organizations and individuals in need in and around Cramahe. Thank you so much for your donation and the important work you do to support our community. Pictured: Carole Plunkett, manager of the CFTS (left) presents a cheque to CCN Program Assistant Sharlyn Gillespie (right)

Community Care Northumberland would like to wish everyone a happy & safe Thanksgiving weekend Please note that our offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th for the holiday. Staff will return to work Tuesday, October 13th.

Community Support Month | Meals on Wheels Community Care Northumberland's Meals on Wheels program offers affordable and nutritious, hot and/or frozen meals delivered directly to the client's door. This program ensures the access to healthy meals without having to prepare them or leave the house, which has proven especially helpful for our clients during COVID-19. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have delivered more than 21,000 meals to clients throughout Nort...humberland County. For more information on our Meals on Wheels program, visit https://www.commcare.ca/mow.html or contact your local program office. #CSM2020

You can still register for Community Care Northumberland’s weekly virtual coffee time! Stay safe at home while enjoying an online social hour. Virtual coffee time runs every Tuesday morning at 10:00am. Register by phoning 705-653-1411 or emailing [email protected]

$50,003 raised from the 2020 Smile Cookie Campaign at Tim Hortons in support of Ed’s House!

Our FREE online dance class starts this Wednesday! Phone 705-653-1411 to register.

Bring non-perishable food items to the food drive nearest you, collect your free pumpkin AND support local food banks! Food 4 All Northumberland

October is Community Support Month! Community Care Northumberland is one of many community support service (CSS) organizations throughout the province that offer care and support to help clients remain in their own homes and communities. Since the emergence of COVID-19 the importance of, and need for, community support services has grown. All month long, we will be highlighting our different programs and services and the impact they have on seniors, adults with disabilities, those recovering from illness or injury and hospice clients and their loved ones in Northumberland County. #CSM2020

Happy #NationalSeniorsDay! Community Care Northumberland has the privilege of working with many senior clients and volunteers and we value the many contributions they make to our local communities.

Today is #orangeshirtday, an opportunity to recognize and reflect on the devastating and long-term impact of residential schools on Indigenous survivors and victims. We encourage you to wear orange today and learn more about the significance of this day by visiting https://www.orangeshirtday.org

Starting today, the COVID-19 Assessment Centre at Northumberland Hills Hospital is offering appointment only service. Read more below

Our FREE online chair yoga class starts this Thursday! Register by phoning 705-653-1411

Today at Noon drop by and visit Colour Me Carrie Craftaganza at the Cobourg Lions Community Centre. All proceeds to Ed’s House. Please ensure to be wearing a mask and hand sanitize on entry.