May 8
9:00 am - 4:00 pmBridges Out of Poverty is one-day, virtual workshop that is open to all KCHC staff, including those in management or service-delivery.
This full-day workshop provides training in the core Brief Action Planning (BAP) principles and techniques. Core concepts included stepped care for self-management support and the spirit of motivational interviewing. The practical skills taught in this course are how to use ask-offer-ask to give information and advice and how to use BAP to help people make action plans that address the aspects of their health or situation that are most important to them. Includes two 30-minute practice and feedback sessions with an expert trainer.
Our Community Connections program offers support in smaller group settings or on an individual basis
Consumption and Treatment Services In 2018, KCHC began operating a supervised consumption site at the Barrack Street site of Street Health Centre with services being moved to the Integrated Care Hub in 2020. KCHC is one of many organizations across Canada that have an exemption from Health Canada that allows the provision of health services in a compassionate and hygienic […]
Health literacy refers to a patient’s ability to access, understand, and use healthcare information to make informed decisions and manage behaviors that affect their personal health. Enhancing health literacy fosters a more collaborative care environment, empowering patients to take an active role in—and have greater control over—their healthcare decisions. This workshop offers training in the fundamental principles of health literacy universal precautions and teaches essential skills, including using resources effectively, applying plain language, practicing teach-back, and using the ask-offer-ask approach.
This workshop is designed for frontline clinicians involved in diagnostic or treatment decisions. It focuses on building the skills needed to form effective partnerships that help patients make decisions aligned with their desired level of involvement and personal values.
Kingston Immigration Partnership (KIP) is a collaborative effort of local agencies, community leaders, businesses and individuals that work towards building a welcoming, inclusive, and resilient community for newcomers living in Kingston.
Designed to be accessible and relevant across a variety of settings, MHFA Essentials provides a solid foundation in Mental Health First Aid principles without requiring formal assessment or certification. This makes it an ideal option for individuals, teams, or communities seeking meaningful, time-efficient training.
OHRDP coordinates the distribution of harm reduction supplies.
The Portable OutReach Care Hub (PORCH) is a retro-fitted RV that provides health care and community services to those who may face barriers to accessing care, particularly those facing homelessness. Services include: PORCH urban and rural sites include: PORCH hits the road two to three days/week and offers a variety of services, which are dependent on the […]
This program supports patients and families with respiratory assessments and provides information regarding lung health.
Adversity experienced in childhood might be the most important predictor of adult health, social outcomes and well-being. Teach Resilience exists to spread the message and support steps towards stronger, healthier, and more vibrant communities.
This 60-90 minute self-paced online course introduces the core principles of trauma-informed care (TIC) and its role in creating person-centered, high-quality systems. Learn about trauma, resilience, and universal design while gaining practical skills to apply TIC principles in real-world settings. You can complete the majority of the coursework at your own pace online.
The virtual care program facilitates virtual appointments for patients with an existing specialist or health care provider using secure video conferencing technology.
The Lennox & Addington Youth Services is based out of the Napanee Area Community Health Centre and offers services and programs to youth aged 10 to 25 and their families.