Seaway Valley Community Health Centre

09/03/2026

We are grateful for all the incredible community initiatives this local organization supports, including our Heart Health Screening Program! ❤️

Rotary Club Cornwall-Sunrise

Mums for Thanksgiving are back!

Support the Rotary Club of Cornwall Sunrise while adding a little fall colour to your home, office, or business.

6” florist-quality chrysanthemums - $15 each
- FREE local delivery throughout Cornwall, Akwesasne & SD&G before Thanksgiving.

Now in its 37th year, this fundraiser has raised more than $390,000 in support of local projects and organizations.

Order yours today:

http://tinyurl.com/mums-2026

Or scan the QR code to order yours today!

Thank you for helping Rotary continue making a difference in our community.

09/02/2026

🧠 September is Concussion Awareness Month 🧠

This month, we’re helping raise awareness about concussions and the importance of recognizing, taking seriously and properly managing this type of brain injury.

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can happen after a blow or jolt to the head, a fall, a collision, or other injury. It doesn’t always come with obvious signs—and symptoms can vary from person to person.

💙 Concussion awareness is important because:
• Concussions can happen to anyone—not just athletes
• Symptoms may not appear immediately
• Common symptoms can include headache, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vision changes, sensitivity to light or noise, and difficulties with memory or concentration
• Most people recover, but some may experience symptoms for longer periods
• Prompt assessment and appropriate management can support recovery

🚨 Know the signs. Take symptoms seriously. Give your brain time to heal.

If you or someone you know experiences symptoms following a head injury or other traumatic event, seek medical advice.

For reliable information about concussion, recovery, resources and support, visit Brain Injury Canada:

🔗 https://braininjurycanada.ca/en/concussion/

You can also learn more through Parachute Canada, a national organization dedicated to injury prevention and concussion education.

💙 This Concussion Awareness Month, let’s learn more, spread awareness and support those on their journey to recovery.

09/01/2026

🌿 September is Arthritis Awareness Month 🌿

This month, we’re shining a light on arthritis and the millions of Canadians living with its impact every day.

Did you know that more than 6 million Canadians—about 1 in 5 adults—live with arthritis? Arthritis is more than joint pain. It can affect mobility, independence, mental well-being and quality of life.

💙 Arthritis Awareness Month is an opportunity to:
• Learn more about arthritis and its many forms
• Recognize the challenges faced by people living with arthritis
• Encourage movement and healthy living
• Connect with reliable information and community supports
• Help reduce the stigma and misconceptions surrounding arthritis

Living with arthritis doesn’t mean giving up on the activities and things you enjoy. With the right information, support and strategies, people living with arthritis can take steps toward managing their symptoms and living well.

For trusted information, resources, tools and support, visit Arthritis Society Canada:

🔗 arthritis.ca
📱 Follow Arthritis Society Canada on Facebook

💙 Let’s raise awareness, encourage understanding and support those living with arthritis in our community.

08/31/2026

International Overdose Awareness Day – August 31

25 Years On. Still Needed.

Every August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day brings people around the world together to remember those we have lost, support those who are affected, and take action to prevent overdose.

This year’s theme, 25 Years On. Still Needed, is a powerful reminder that overdose continues to affect individuals, families and communities—including right here at home.

In 2023, Cornwall recorded 21 opioid-toxicity deaths, with an opioid-toxicity mortality rate more than twice the provincial rate. In 2024, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit reported more than 80 emergency-department visits related to opioid poisonings in the first half of the year alone.

These numbers represent more than statistics. They represent people, families, friends, neighbours and loved ones.

The good news is that there are things we can do.

💜 Carry naloxone. Free naloxone kits are available through the Eastern Ontario Health Unit, along with harm-reduction supplies, education and support. The EOHU also operates a mobile harm-reduction unit in Cornwall.

💜 Know where to turn for support. Cornwall Community Hospital offers addiction services, including a Specialized Opioid Treatment Program, community withdrawal management and connections to other addiction and mental-health supports.

💜 If someone is experiencing an opioid poisoning, call 911 and give naloxone if available. Naloxone can temporarily reverse an opioid poisoning and restore breathing while emergency help is on the way.

💜 Lead with compassion, not stigma. Substance use can affect people from every walk of life. Talking openly, listening without judgment and connecting people with care can save lives.

We shouldn't still need this day. But we do.

Learn more about International Overdose Awareness Day and how you can take action:
International Overdose Awareness Day

For local information about opioids, naloxone, harm reduction and services:
Eastern Ontario Health Unit – Opioids & Harm Reduction

08/26/2026

❤️ Heart Healthy Eating – FREE Workshop! ❤️

Did you know that what you eat can play an important role in preventing and managing heart disease?

Join us for our Heart Healthy Eating Workshop, a 2-hour online session that will explore how food and nutrition can support heart health. We’ll also discuss some of the common medications prescribed following a cardiac event.

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026
⏰ 9:30–11:30 AM
💻 Online only

We’ll be joining from our community room, so if you’d like to participate as a group, you’re welcome to join us there!

✨ FREE workshop – spaces are limited!

👉 Register at seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration
📞 Or call 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229

Know someone who could benefit from learning more about heart-healthy eating? Please share this post! ❤️

08/25/2026

❤️ FREE HEART HEALTH SCREENING CLINIC – SEPTEMBER 29! ❤️

When was the last time you checked your heart health? If you’re 40–64 years old and don’t have a known heart condition, this free screening could give you valuable insight into your heart health—and help you identify potential risk factors early.

🩺 Your screening includes:
✔️ A brief health assessment
✔️ Blood pressure check
✔️ Rapid blood tests
✔️ Your results and personalized recommendations

Best of all, it’s FREE! 🙌

📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
👥 For adults ages 40–64
❤️ No known heart condition
🩸 Haven’t had a cholesterol blood test in the past year

Don’t wait until there’s a problem to start paying attention to your heart. Take a few minutes now to take an important step toward a healthier future!

👉 Registration is easy: scan the QR code on the poster or complete the short, confidential questionnaire using the link provided.

📍 Space is limited, so register today!

08/24/2026

🌟 Help Shape the Future of Community Health 🌟
Are you passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of our community? Do you want to use your skills, experience, and perspective to make a lasting impact?
Seaway Valley Community Health Centre is currently seeking dedicated community members to join our Board of Directors!
As a volunteer Board member, you'll help guide the strategic direction of our organization by providing governance and oversight, contributing to policy development, and ensuring we continue to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
We are looking for individuals who:
✅ Are passionate about community health and wellbeing
✅ Bring diverse perspectives, skills, and lived experiences
✅ Want to help strengthen equitable, accessible healthcare in our region
✅ Are committed to making a difference
Board members serve an initial two-year term, with meetings held monthly from September to June.
📅 Application deadline: Friday, August 28, 2026
To apply, please submit your cover letter and résumé to:
📧 [email protected]
Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Join us in helping shape a healthier future for our community.
Please share this post with someone who may be interested!

08/21/2026

🌿 Feeling stressed? You don’t have to manage it alone.

Our FREE Stress Management Program is a 6-week program designed to help you learn practical tools to better manage stress and support your overall health and well-being.

✨ Learn valuable techniques including:
• Breathing and muscle relaxation techniques
• Assertive communication skills
• Strategies for changing negative thinking

📅 Wednesdays, September 30 – November 4, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 In-person and online options available
💚 FREE program — spaces are limited!

Stress may be a part of life, but learning how to manage it can make a difference.

📞 Contact Seaway Valley Community Health Centre to learn more or register.

08/19/2026

👶 Infant Feeding Workshops – Free Program! 💜

Starting solids and navigating feeding during your baby’s first year can feel overwhelming. Join us for a two-part Infant Feeding Workshop series designed to help parents and caregivers feel more confident about feeding their little ones.

📅 Part 1 (0–6 months): September 17 | 1–3 pm
📅 Part 2 (6–12 months): September 24 | 1–3 pm

📍 EarlyON Child and Family Centre
691 Brookdale Ave., Unit J, Cornwall

💻 Attend in person or online via Zoom!

Topics include:
• When and how to introduce solids
• First foods and textures
• Food safety
• Allergy prevention
• Feeding roles
• Preventing picky eating
…and more!

✨ This is a FREE program, but spaces are limited!

👉 Register at seawayvalleychc.ca/program-registration
📞 Or call 1-888-936-0306 ext. 229

Share this with a parent or caregiver who might find it helpful! 💜👶