Madawaska Valley Family Health Team
21 St. Francis Memorial Drive K0J 1B0 Barrys Bay, ON, Canada

The Toy Bus Loan Out program is ready to hit the road next week. We will be heading out on the road every Tuesday to Eganville, Killaloe, Cobden, Beachburg, Pa...lmer Rapids, Barry's Bay, Madawaska and Whitney. There will be designated meet up spots, OR we can do a porch drop off right to your front door. We also have some select kits on our bus...one for dinosaur fun, bug fun, loose parts play, camping, and an ocean explorers kit with a blow up raft. You MUST be a registered Toy Bus family to participate in this program. Toys have a 2 week borrowing period. If you see a toy you'd like to borrow, send us a PM or email: [email protected]

*** Barry’s Bay Vax Clinic today! Same rules as previous ~ walk-ins welcome Open until 5pm - Barry’s Bay Legion It’s not TOO LATE to get your first dose!

Still spots available for this FREE virtual workshop on January 19, 2022. Call to reserve today. 613-756-9888 ext 5.

Update: Phones are working again. Thank you for your patience!! PLEASE NOTE: Our clinic phone system is currently down. We are working diligently to repair this asap. If you are registered for Medeo online messaging, please use this if you need to reach the office in the interim. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

First, second and booster doses

Covid vaccine available at Pharmasave in Golden Lake! See below for details!

NEXT DATE IS January 19th @ 10am Is your baby between 4 and 6 months old? Are you wondering if they're ready to eat, and what foods you should start with? Do you have questions about safe feeding, allergies or preparing baby food? Join our Registered Dietitian for an introduction to starting solids. We'll cover when to start feeding your baby, what to feed them, how to safely prepare baby food, developing healthy mealtime habits and more! The workshop will be held online,... so you can join with your little one from the comfort of your own home. Sign up by calling the number above. If you aren't available on this date, you can also request to be on a waiting list for the next workshop.

NEXT DATE IS January 19th @ 10am Is your baby between 4 and 6 months old? Are you wondering if they're ready to eat, and what foods you should start with? Do you have questions about safe feeding, allergies or preparing baby food? Join our Registered Dietitian for an introduction to starting solids. We'll cover when to start feeding your baby, what to feed them, how to safely prepare baby food, developing healthy mealtime habits and more! The workshop will be held online,... so you can join with your little one from the comfort of your own home. Sign up by calling the number above. If you aren't available on this date, you can also request to be on a waiting list for the next workshop.

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Covid vaccine available today until 3pm!

Don't forget to request your prescription refills before the holidays.

Don't forget to request your prescription refills before the holidays!

Holiday hours

Pharmacies offering covid vaccinations to children ages 5-11yrs. Check with the individual pharmacy to inquire if an appointment is needed. #covidvaccineforchildren #COVID19

Here is next week's Covid-19 Testing Schedule.

Physician Assistant needed for busy rural primary care practice. Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program and Certified or eligible to be certified by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada. #joinus #ruralmedicinerocks Full Job Ad Here: https://ca.indeed.com/jobs

Looking for festive activity ideas while we #StayHomeStaySafe? Check out the latest holiday movies or create a unique snowman outside. Check in with loved ones virtually, as it will take all of us doing out part to #FlattenTheCurve.

#mentalhealthawarness Mental Health Disorders Each illness has its own symptoms. The following are a few common signs of mental illness in adults and adolescents:... Excessive worrying or fear Feeling excessively sad or low Confused thinking or problems concentrating and learning Extreme mood changes, including uncontrollable highs or feelings of euphoria Prolonged or strong feelings of irritability or anger Avoiding friends and social activities Difficulties understanding or relating to other people Changes in sleeping habits or feeling tired and low energy Changes in eating habits such as increased hunger or lack of appetite Inability to perceive changes in one’s own feelings, behaviour or personality (lack of insight or anosognosia) Abuse of substances like alcohol or drugs Inability to carry out daily activities or handle daily problems and stress

It’s been a long road and we’re all tired, but now is not the time to lose HOPE. With the holidays around the corner, it’s time to do our best to #StopTheSpread and CHALLENGE others to do the same to ensure a better 2021 for everyone. Click to take the pledge to stop the spread: https://www.ontariocovidpledge.ca

This weeks testing schedule.

Clarification below if you have questions about the Stay at home order. Stay vigilant everyone. We can beat this! #StayHomeStaySafeSaveLives #stopthespread #wearyourmask #handhygiene #socialdistancing

Have you heard of Mind Beacon? They offer free mental health support for Ontario residents dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and more. https://info.mindbeacon.com/btn542

*Important notice* from Dr. Cushman from the Renfrew County & District Health Unit regarding travel outside of our area during the holidays.

Ugly Sweater Day at the FHT!!