Program Calendar

Events for April 10, 2012

Starts at 8:00AM
  Ends at 4:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
We are pleased to offer, in partnership with Toronto Public Health, free dental care for children and youth between the ages of 0 to 17 years, whose families do not have dental insurance and who meet the eligibility criteria.

We offer regular visits to a licensed dental care provider, i.e. a dentist or dental hygienist. Services may include examiniations, fillings, extractions, cleaning, and root canal treatment. Services do not include orthodontic or esthetic services such as teeth whitening or braces.

The HSO clinic's hours are: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The clinic is funded by the Government of Ontario.

To find out if you are eligible call 416-338-5652 or 311.

Starts at 12:00PM
  Ends at 6:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
The Naturopathic Clinic is a teaching clinic of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), offering free naturopathic medical care to Parkdale residents weekly on Tuesdays from 12:00PM to 6:00PM. Student clinicians see patients under the supervision of a licensed naturopathic doctor.

The Naturopathic Clinic treats or co-manages a variety of health concerns including:

- Female reproductive health (e.g. menstrual complaints, PMS, menopausal symptoms)
- Digestion (e.g. indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn)
- Skin disorders (e.g. acne, eczema)
- Infections (e.g. colds, flus, warts, cold sores, urinary tract infections)
- Diabetes and weight loss
- Pain management and arthritis
- High blood pressure & high cholesterol
- Stress & insomnia
- Mood disorders

Treatment approaches may include:

- Acupuncture
- Botanical medicine
- Nutritional supplements
- Dietary recommendations
- Stress management techniques

To book an appointment, please request the sign-up sheet from the first floor receptionist. There is currently a waiting list of 4-8 weeks. You may also visit the clinic Tuesday afternoons and ask if there are any cancellations.

Starts at 12:30PM
  Ends at 1:30PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
The Harm Reduction Program hosts kit making groups twice a week to assemble the syringe kits and crack pipe kits we distribute in the exchange.

The goal of the group is to minimize the harm associated with substance use and to help minimize new infections of HIV and Hep C. The group is lead by peer workers. Participants receive TTC tokens and a light meal for their time. There is a maximum of four participants per group and you must sign up in advance in the exchange or through the peers.

The groups are held on Tuesdays from 12:30PM - 1:30PM (crack pipe group) and Thursdays from 12:30PM - 1:30PM (needle kit group).

For more information or to register, please contact Jeffrey at 416.537.0275, ext. x271.

Starts at 1:00PM
  Ends at 3:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
Get together to socialize and have fun with other seniors!

Starts at 1:00PM
  Ends at 3:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
Registered clients of Parkdale Community Health Centre who have urgent and/or immediate non-emergency health care needs are invited to visit us during our medical drop-in hours. An appointment is not necessary during drop-in times; however, spaces are limited. Please arrive early.

Please visit us during the drop-in for:

- Brief assessment and treatment of one health issue.
- Prescriptions renewal. Please note: prescriptions for narcotics will not be renewed during drop-in.
- Childhood immunizations.

Starts at 2:00PM
  Ends at 4:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
If you applied for ID at our monthly ID clinic, you can pick it up at reception during the following times: Mondays and Fridays from 10AM-12PM or Tuesdays from 2-4PM. For more information, please call 426.537.2455.

Starts at 3:00PM
  Ends at 7:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
The Good Food Box is a produce buying-club open to anyone who would like to have access to fresh, affordable fruits and vegetables. Every week, Foodshare delivers boxes of fresh produce to Parkdale Community Health Centre for people who have ordered a box in advance.

The program helps improve availability of high quality fresh produce in Parkdale and promotes healthy eating. Foodshare buys the produce directly from farmers or the Ontario Food Terminal, and packs it into reusable boxes which are delivered to various locations across Toronto. A volunteer at Parkdale Community Health Centre collects your money for the food box in advance and makes sure you get your box after it arrives. The contents of the box vary depending on what is in season, and Foodshare aims to include Ontario-grown produce when possible.

If you would like to order a box, come to Parkdale Community Health Centre on Tuesdays between 3:00 and 7:00PM. Fill out an order form and pay for your box in cash. The following Tuesday, your box will be available at Parkdale Community Health Centre from 3:00 and 7:00PM for you to pick up. Please bring your own bags.

For more information, drop by PCHC on Tuesdays between 3:00 and 7:00PM to speak to the Good Food Box Coordinator or contact Andrea via telephone at 416.537.0275, ext 359.

Starts at 3:30PM
  Ends at 5:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
Anonymous HIV testing for members of the general public. You do not need to be a client of Parkdale CHC to access this service. Please call 416.537.2455 to book an appointment.

Starts at 4:00PM
  Ends at 6:00PM
Reoccurs weekly on Tuesday
The Parkdale Young Parents Program is a program offered to expectant parents and young parents and their children under six (6) years old. Participants learn about pregnancy, get parenting support and make friends.

The program aims to:

- Provide support for young expectant parents through prenatal education.
- Equip young parents with an understanding of child development and skills in parenting
- Provide support to young parents on their own development.

This is an open group that meets weekly. Dinner, food vouchers, and TTC fare will be provided.

For more information, please contact Rosa Ribeiro via telephone: 416.537.2455, ext 231.