To address a high volume of new client registrations, our primary healthcare clinic is unable to accept new patients at this time. If you hold an OHIP card and are looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner, please register with Health Care Connect at 1-800-445-1822. Our clinic selects new patients from the Health Care Connect waiting list as spaces become available.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.
Community Concerns
On Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Health Services clinic will be closed, except for urgent Walk-Ins. The Oasis clinic will be closed except for OAT (Opiate Agonist Treatment) appointments and urgent Walk-Ins.
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On Thursday, November 21, 2024, the Health Services clinic will be closed, except for urgent Walk-Ins. The Oasis clinic will be closed except for OAT (Opiate Agonist Treatment) appointments and urgent Walk-Ins.
To the Sandy Hill Community:
We regret to advise you that due to a recent health and safety issue that has occurred at our CTS, we must unfortunately suspend supervised injection services for the foreseeable future while we investigate next steps.
The health and safety of our clients, staff members and neighbours has always been and will always be our top priority.
This was not an easy decision. We are doing our best to minimize disruption. The following Oasis / Consumption and Treatment Site services remain open:
· The drop-in
· The medical clinic
· Outreach
· Distribution of harm reduction equipment
· Drug checking
All other Centre programs and services remain open and are not impacted.
We are acutely aware of the impact this situation will have on clients and our community, and are exploring options to redeploy staff to do outreach and engagement in the neighbourhood and overdose response outside.
We will provide updates on next steps as quickly as they become available. Please direct any inquiries to info@sandyhillchc.on.ca
Thank you for your understanding,
Your team at the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
URGENT: Supervised injection services are suspended until further notice. Click to read more.
To the Sandy Hill Community:
We regret to advise you that due to a recent health and safety issue that has occurred at our CTS, we must unfortunately suspend supervised injection services for the foreseeable future while we investigate next steps.
The health and safety of our clients, staff members and neighbours has always been and will always be our top priority.
This was not an easy decision. We are doing our best to minimize disruption. The following Oasis / Consumption and Treatment Site services remain open:
· The drop-in
· The medical clinic
· Outreach
· Distribution of harm reduction equipment
· Drug checking
All other Centre programs and services remain open and are not impacted.
We are acutely aware of the impact this situation will have on clients and our community, and are exploring options to redeploy staff to do outreach and engagement in the neighbourhood and overdose response outside.
We will provide updates on next steps as quickly as they become available. Please direct any inquiries to info@sandyhillchc.on.ca
Thank you for your understanding,
Your team at the Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Student Opportunities
The SHCHC supports building skills and competency across the system by providing opportunities for student placements from a wide variety of disciplines related to the work we do. We also benefit from the skills and experience students bring to our work and the added value that students bring to our communities.
Not a student but still want to get involved? Our Board of Directors is always looking for new volunteer members! Please fill out the form below, and someone will contact you shortly.
Sign up here if you are interested in a student placement with us!
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Heart Wise Fitness
A 1-hour online exercise class suitable for individuals who are graduating from cardiovascular or other rehabilitation programs as well as those at risk of developing a cardiovascular or chronic health issue. This program is offered bilingually and is recognized by the Heart Wise of the University of Ottawa Ottawa Heart Institute.
Tuesday mornings from 10:00 - 11:00 am
Nordic Walking
This 30-minute virtual session is a perfect way to warm up before heading out for your daily walk. Sessions include strengthening exercises and stretches. Nordic Walking techniques are reviewed and participants are given the opportunity to connect on a weekly basis!
Thursday mornings from 9:00 - 9:30 am
Executive Summary
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The Coalition of Community Health and Resource Centres (CHRC) is a network of multi-service community-based health and resource centres. CHRC Community Developers (CDers) are the key staff facilitating social change and capacity building.
The intention of this document is to describe community development practice within the Ottawa Coalition of Community Health and Resource Centres. The work supports the Alliance for Healthy Communities' and the World Health Organization's model of health and well-being as: “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” With a goal to achieve better health for all, championing transformative change for people and communities facing barriers to health.
The development of guiding principles was informed by a review of relevant literature and a half-day focus group involving CHRC CD staff.
The framework highlights four core principles that define the work of CD. The report provides additional detail for each area:
- Challenging Systemic Inequity & Power Dynamics & Supporting Empowerment
- Responsive to Community
- Transformational Practice
- Partnership & Collaboration
This report provides a summary of the thinking to date regarding Guiding Principles for Community Development Practice.
Drug Checking:
This service is currently not available
Drug checking is a service embedded within our CTS where we provide point of care spectrometry based analysis of what is in the substances acquired through the unregulated market.
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My Best Weight
Health comes in all different shapes and sizes. This 6-week workshop is not. diet or a quick fix weight loss program, but a sound and fun approach to eating well, being physically active and learning tips to feel good about yourself and your body, regardless of size.
Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30pm
March 9 - April 27th
Meditation
Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance in life that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Meditation can help carry you more calmly through your day, and may help you manage symptoms of certain medical conditions. The virtual meditation group will connect weekly and each week a well-being theme will be introduced followed by a 20 minute meditation and sharing of experience. Sessions end with creating an action plan around well-being.
Wednesday mornings from 10:30 - 11:30 am
Gentle Movement and Relaxation (Level 2)
This online group offers gentle and adapted exercises for people living with any chronic health condition and for those with limited mobility. Sessions include breathing techniques, a range of seated poses and postures, and deep relaxation/meditation. The level 2 group focuses on floor and standing postures and is reserved for those who can safely go from a standing position to seated or laying on the ground (yoga mat is preferred for this class).
Monday evenings from 6 - 7 pm
Move Toward Change
This virtual group offers gentle low impact aerobic exercises for 20-25 minutes and 30 minutes of goal setting, allowing for time to connect with peers, a health coach, and other specials guests. Includes weekly actions plans and goal setting to help participants achieve personal health goals.
Thursday afternoons from 1 - 2 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
221 Nelson Street
Ottawa, ON, K1N 1C7
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Recognition of Territory
Sandy Hill CHC is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation have lived on this territory for millennia. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. Sandy Hill CHC honours the peoples and land of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation.
