Community Healthcaring Kitchener-Waterloo

The Breakfast Club event set for September 19th has been cancelled.
For those seeking food options, a food map detailing available locations for food access is provided in this post.

1.Food not Bombs: Kitchener City Hall 200 St W
Meals: Sat 4:30pm-5:30pm
2. Salvation Army Meal Program: Kitchener City Hall 200 St W
Sundays: 12:00pm-1:30pm
3. St. John’s Kitchen: 97 Victoria St N, Kitchener
Monday-Friday 11:00am-1:00pm
4. Paulander Community Center: 60 Paulander Drive, Kitchener
Monday 12:30-3:00 (must register before)
5. St. Matthews Lutheran Church 54 Benton Street, Kitchener
Opening Nov. 1 Wednesday’s 5:00-7:00pm
6. Ray of Hope: 659 King St E, Kitchener
Meals: Monday-Friday Lunch (11:30-2:00) and Dinner (7:00-8:30), Saturday: Lunch (12:00-1:30), Sunday: Dinner (4:30-6:00) Hampers: Monday-Thursday 11:30-2:00
7. House of Friendship: 807 Guelph St, Kitchener
Hampers: Monday-Friday (9:30-4:00)
8. Victoria Hills Community Centre: 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
Monday-Friday 1:30-3:30
9. Tiny Homes Takeout: 56 Duke Street Kitchener
Meal: Tuesday-Saturday 5:00-7:00

Art is the process of taking a spark of creativity and transforming it into something stunning. Through Creative Arts, one can discover exciting new hobbies each month, fostering growth and creativity. It's an opportunity to explore different techniques and unleash one's imagination. For registration, please reach out to us at 519-745-4404 or via email at [email protected]. Our address is 44 Francis St S. We look forward to seeing you there!

Movie Club offers an exciting way to enjoy your Friday afternoon! Come along for a movie screening and some tasty snacks. Following the film, we’ll have an optional discussion to explore themes and characters, so come ready to share your thoughts. Join us at 44 Francis Street South on Friday, September 13th, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. This monthly drop-in event welcomes everyone!

Join us at The Friendship Café for an opportunity to learn about Falls & Fracture Prevention while enjoying a delightful vegetarian meal. This welcoming environment is ideal for making new connections, tasting delicious food, and enhancing your knowledge on healthy aging. We invite you to visit us at 44 Francis Street South on September 17th and 24th, 2024, from 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm. For registration or more information, please contact [email protected] or call 519-745-4404. Be sure to sign up soon, as spots are limited!

SAFE CONSUMPTION SAVES LIVES; provides a vital first step for people who are trying to keep themselves safe while struggling with their substance use disorder; reduces the strain on police, paramedics and overwhelmed emergency rooms.

International Overdose Awareness Day provides space to grieve those who have died from preventable overdose, to come together and strengthen our understanding of the on-going drug poisoning/policy crisis, and to affirm the need for life-saving, evidence-based, harm reduction services.

Join our harvest group and discover the art of drying herbs; we'll also teach you how to gather and preserve seeds from your plants. As the growing season wraps up, it's important to prepare your garden for the upcoming year to ensure it flourishes, you will gain essential knowledge and skills that will enhance your gardening journey. September 4th and 25th from 1:30 to 2:30PM at 44 Francis St S. We look forward to seeing you there!

Discover the globe without getting up from your chair at Armchair Adventure! Sign up today for the opportunity to learn about various countries, cultures, and communities right from your seat. Complete with themed snacks! To register, contact us at 519-745-4404 ext. 236 or email [email protected]. Armchair Adventure occurs on the final Friday of each month from 1:30 to 3:00 PM at 44 Francis St S. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please join us today at Willow River Park (formerly Victoria Park) 5:30 - 7:30 pm in remembering those lost to drug poisoning in Waterloo Region. All are welcome.

It's almost here!
Breastfeeding Buddies is hosting their Annual Community Partner Walk and Talk this Thursday, August 22, 2024 in Victoria Park.

Join us for a morning of fun and to learn about the amazing, free parenting supports/resources available in the Region.

Come join us for a free Community Partner Walk & Talk at Victoria Park Aug. 22, 2024!

20+ Community Services Agencies; Interpretation/Event Guides; Baby and me Dance Class; Storytelling in Spanish/Arabic/English; Face Painting, Photo Booth, Door Prizes & More!

Don't Miss Out on this Free Event!

Nourishing Connections: Where Community Meets Flavor. Sign up now for your chance to explore the diverse flavors and traditions of different cultures through our engaging cooking classes. To register, please call 519-745-4404 ext. 236 or email [email protected]. Culture Kitchen takes place monthly, every third Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at 44 Francis St S. We hope to see you there!

🩺Primary care workers are the backbone of Ontario’s health care system. They deserve recognition for their essential work. Let’s work together to close the wage gap.

Innovation, collaboration and integrated, comprehensive funding solutions are needed to solve the homelessness crisis. Watch Tara Groves-Taylor and Joe Roberts on the OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK Podcast on homelessness crisis
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OSHOW WITH LAURA BABCOCK PODCAST ON HOMELESSNESS CRISIS AND WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT

At the Alliance for Healthier Communities’ recent Conference, Tara Groves-Taylor, CEO, Community Healthcaring KW named the recipient of the 2024 Adrianna Tetley Legacy Award for Transformative Change Leadership.

🚨 Ontario’s community health sector is facing a staffing crisis due to a growing wage gap. By closing this gap, we can support our workers and protect the vital services Ontarians rely on. Together, we can make a difference.

💸 Despite the rising cost of living, Ontario's community health sector saw only a 1.53% average salary increase in 2023, while their peers in other sectors received increases up to 11%. Let's work together to close this wage gap.

The community health workforce loves the work they do, but the growing wage gap is making it harder to continue delivering health care and support in the community that millions of Ontarians rely on.

Community health provides a wide range of services at home & in the community, keeping people healthy and out of busy emergency departments. Despite their crucial work, community health workers are paid less than peers in other sectors. It's time for change.

Today we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day and honour the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada.

Community Drug Alert for Waterloo Region from the Waterloo Region Integrated Drugs Strategy.

Carry Naloxone & stay safe, the CTS and drug checking is open at 150 Duke St. West 💜See full alert below.

For more on the WRIDS program: https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/en/index.aspx

✨ . We honour the strength and resilience of refugees & reaffirm our commitment to providing inclusive care to all. Our staff are proud to provide comprehensive healthcaring services as one of the nation’s largest refugee clinics.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued a Heat Warning for Waterloo Region. See below for full details.

Community Healthcaring Kitchener-Waterloo is member of the Warming, Cooling and Clean Air Space network for the region. We provide a space for the public to get temporary relief from heat, cold, or poor air quality during regular business hours.

To learn more about the Region's Warming, Cooling and Clean Air Space network please go to https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/cooling-and-warming-centres.aspx

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month and recognizing the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.

Celebrating Pride Month! We are committed to providing a welcoming and safe space for all, and to reducing health inequities for Two-Spirit, gay, le***an, bisexual, trans, q***r, intersex and asexual communities, among other equity-deserving groups.