Upcoming Health & Wellness Events

Mom and Baby Drop-in

Meet other moms and babes and get your questions answered from a dietitian, pharmacist, & nurse/lactation consultant (when available). This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program.
When: every Thursday morning, 9 – 11am
Where: Westside Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: Questions? Call Jayme at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Diabetes Basics

Confused about what to eat with diabetes and trying to figure out food labels. This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program. Classes start in the pharmacy.
When: Wednesday, May 16th 1 – 2:30pm
Where: Aberdeen Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Learn to Run for Smokers

Qualifications: smoke. Must find this concept a bit wacky. Get active. Get healthy. It works!
When: Thursday, May 17th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: Room 255, St. Martha's Hospital in the Martha Centre, Antigonish
Contact: Jamie Fraser at 867-4500 ext. 4606 or register online at www.ns.lung.ca/learntorunforsmokers.

Your Way to Wellness Program

Do you have a chronic health condition? This free 6 week program will help you deal with some of the daily challenges you face. Increase your confidence, develop new coping skills and improve health.
When: Thursdays, May 17th to June 21st 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Contact: Registration is required. Call Laurie Smith at 863-7369. Watch our video at www.yourway2wellness.gov.ns.ca.

What to do with…FISH

Discover new ways of adding fish to your meals. Samples and recipes provided. This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program. Classes start in the pharmacy.
When: Saturday, May 19th 11:30am – 1pm
Where: Westside Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Catch up with Cholesterol

Learn about foods that will help lower your cholesterol and how to read food labels. This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program. Classes start in the pharmacy.
When: Tuesday, May 22nd 1 – 2:30pm
Where: Aberdeen Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

"It can be Different"

A FREE Telehealth session public lecture. An opportunity for members of the broader community to participate in an information-sharing session on how to ensure optimal mental health care in Continuing Care.
Dr. Jeanne Ferguson, Keynote Speaker. Dr. Ferguson is a Geriatric Psychiatrist and an enthusiastic advocate for"challenging behaviour" patients and those who care for them.
When: Thursday, May24th from 7-8 pm
Where: 5 west conference room, 5th floor at the Aberdeen hospital, New Glasgow

Managing High Blood Pressure

Add certain foods to your eating plan and read labels to manage blood pressure. This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program. Classes start in the pharmacy.
When: Tuesday, May 29th 1 – 2:30pm
Where: Aberdeen Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Know Your Food Labels

Learn how to read food labels properly. This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program. Classes start in the pharmacy.
When: Wednesday, May 30th 2 – 3:30pm
Where: Aberdeen Sobeys, New Glasgow
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Four Feet Up Film and Discussion

An intimate and touching experience of child poverty in one of the richest countries in the world. This film is 46 minutes long and is filmed in Nova Scotia. Twenty years after the House of Commons promised to eliminate poverty among Canadian children, 8 year-old Isaiah is trying hard to grow up healthy, smart and well adjusted despite the odds stacked against him. Isaiah knows he's been categorized as "less fortunate" and his short life has seen more than his share of social workers, food banks and police interventions. His parents struggle to overcome a legacy of stereotypes, abuse and dysfunction and desire more than anything for Isaiah and his siblings to have access to the opportunities they never had. It is open to the public and there will be a short discussion following the film. Sponsored by Children's Place Parent Committee.
When: Wednesday, May 30th 7:00pm
Where:We are located in the People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish.
Contact: Contact Laurie at (902) 863-7369

10-Week Healthy Weight Program

Most popular program!! Learn how to reach and maintain a healthy weight.
In progress! Put your name on the waiting list for September and guarantee a spot! First come, first serve! This is a free Sobeys Nutrition Program.
Contact: To register, phone Dietitian Jayme Annand at 755-3645 or email jayme.annand@sobeys.com

Parkinsons Support Group

When: Third Thursday of the month at 2:30pm
Where: Health Connections boardroom, People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish
The Antigonish Parkinsons Support Group meets on the third Thursday of every month in The People's Place Library. Together we laugh and support each other, expand our knowledge and our hope. Please drop in or for more information.
Contact: Contact Fran Wittgens at 863-3546 or Eric Willumsen at 735-2887.

Eastern Nova Scotia Diabetes Support Group

When: the third Thursday of each month at 7pm
Where: the Health Connections Room, People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Are you or a loved one living with Diabetes? Are you interested in meeting with others who are facing the same issues? We welcome new members.
Contact: For more information please contact Shaun at 867-1214 or diabeticsupportgroup@bellaliant.net

Nicotine Support Group

When: Every Monday from 5:00–6:30pm
Where: Martha Centre, 2nd Floor, Room 255, 23 Bay Street, Antigonish
When: Every Wednesday from 5:00-6:30pm
Where: Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, 708 Reeves Street, Port Hawkesbury
Are you concerned about your smoking? WE CAN HELP! Quitting smoking may be difficult but it can be done and there are many ways to make quitting easier. ENJOY FREEDOM from nicotine addiction! This could be the beginning of a healthier and happier you. Drop-ins Welcome.
Contact: Jamie Fraser 902-867-4500 extension 4606

Perinatal Support Group

When: Thursdays, 10:30a.m.
Where: Health Connections is located in the People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Program for women who have antenatal or post natal depression. Encourages a healthy lifestyle, friendship and overall understanding of depression. Sessions address recognizing depression, coping techniques and resources available for support and help. Facilitated by Amanda Ashe, Registered Midwife.
Contact: For more information call 867-4500 ext 4323 or email amanda.ashe@gasha.nshealth.ca.

"Understanding Your Hormones"

Lindsay's Health Center for Women is now offering outreach programming in the form of educational/social events in the home!
Would you like to understand how your sex hormones change as you age? Do you have symptoms of PMS, perimenopause or menopause and would like to understand how you could help relieve these symptoms? Are you age 35-55? If you answered yes to any of these questions you could benefit from this program. Get together with friends and family in the comfort of your own home; at a time you choose. Receive the support of Lindsay's professional staff including a Nurse Practitioner.
General education and discussion. Completely confidential. Ask what you want to ask! All you have to do is provide the space and gather a few friends. We'll provide light snacks and work to answer your questions!
Contact: Call or drop in to Lindsay's Health Centre. Located at the Antigonish Women's Resource Centre, 219 Main Street, Suite 204. Phone 863-6221

BEING-DOING-BECOMING Clinic

When: Wednesdays 10:00am
What: A program offered by GASHA Mental Health Services providing information, assessment and intervention to enhance the quality of life for those adults living with mental illness. Learn about 'Journeying through to recovery from the effects of mental illness'. Facilitated by: community mental health nurses, social workers and occupational therapists.
Where:The Health Connections Room Antigonish is located in the People's Place Library 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Contact: Referral is required. Call: 867-4500 ext 4345.

Women Alike Cancer Support Group

When: First Tuesday of the month at 7:00p.m.
Open to all females with a cancer diagnosis, cancer survivors and their support persons. Come share stories, learning experiences and humor and rest assured that it is highly confidential.
Where: The Health Connections Room Antigonish is located in the People's Place Library 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Contact: Charlene Porter at 867-4500 ext 4436

Alzheimer's Café

When: First Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.
On the first Wednesday of every month come out and get together with others who have Alzheimer's disease and other kinds of dementia, their caregivers and members of the public in a non-institutional setting that feels like a regular café, with food, drink and entertainment.
Where: The Health Connections Room Antigonish is located in the People's Place Library 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Contact: For more information please call Dr. Elizabeth McGibbon at 867-5429.

Alzheimer's & Related Dementia Family Support Group

When: Third Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm
Meets the third Wednesday of every month and offers support for friends and family members of those with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. New members are welcome.
Where: Health Connections is located in the People's Place Library, 283 Main Street, Antigonish
Contact: Please drop in or for more information contact Aaron or Mariana Padolsky at (902) 328-2040 or email aaron.padolsky@gmail.com

Antigonish Men's Drop in Program: "Men learn by doing things together"

Who: The Men's Health Centre
What: A "drop in" program that is free.
When: Tuesdays 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Where: The Men's Health Centre Antigonish 195 Main Street, Professional Centre - between CIBC and the United Church
Come to learn, ask questions or just tell a story and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Meet other men in a comfortable location where the focus is good health and an active body and mind. Attention: Men & Boys Over 12 Years Of Age! It's your space…come and enjoy it!

Midwifery Community Services

When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
Where: Lindsay's Health Centre for Women, Antigonish
No family physician? Need well women's care (such as pap tests, etc)? Postpartum depression? Want to talk?
Contact: For an appointment call the Women's Centre at 863-6221. For general info call Amanda Ashe, registered midwife, at 867-4323

Baby$teps and Money Matters Programs

When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
Where: Antigonish Women's Resource Centre, Antigonish
The Baby$teps and financial literacy Money Matters programs are free programs offered by the Antigonish Women's Resource Centre. They are available to women and men living in Antigonish County, Guysborough County and the Strait Area of Cape Breton.
Baby$teps
The Baby $teps program aims to help break down the barriers for low- to modest-income families to saving for their children's education after high school, to provide some basic financial literacy training and to assist families in opening RESPs and accessing the government grants that are available to them. The program provides one-on-one assistance to families taking part in the program. Families who cannot contribute to an RESP can still benefit: with the Canada Learning Bond, eligible families can receive up to $2000 (plus interest) per child born in 2004 or later. Parents who can afford to contribute can receive up to $7200 (plus interest) per child through the Canada Education Savings Grant. Please note that I do not sell RESPs, nor am I affiliated with any agent or organization that does.
Financial Literacy – Money Matters
The mandate of the Financial Literacy program at the Antigonish Women's Resource Centre is to provide information and support with issues such as banking, budgeting, spending, saving, credit and credit cards, interest, debt, payday lenders and cheque-cashing services, the basics of investing, etc. Programs support independent decision-making and the strengths and values of participants. Services are available one-on-one or for groups.
Contact:For more information on either program, please contact: Tara Sutherland, Financial Literacy Project Coordinator, Baby $teps Project Coordinator, Antigonish Women's Resource Centre& Sexual Assault Services Association Suite 204, 219 Main St, Antigonish, NS B2G 2C1. Phone (902) 863-6221. Fax (902) 867-1144. Email:
babystepsawrc@bellaliant.com. Referral Form...(pdf)