Resource Page
Below is a list of resources to assist you with your health care needs. Click the link to be taken to their individual website.
The information provided on this page should not be used as a substitute for medical care and advice. For specific help with your situation, please consult with your primary care health provider.
Advanced Care Planning Canada
http://advancecareplanning.ca/resources/tool-kits-and-guides/
Providing resources and guidance for those looking to plan for Advance Care for future and present health care decisions.
Alzheimer Society
A community agency dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their caregivers. A site to assist with dementia related education and resources.
The Arthritis Society
The Arthritis Society works towards promoting the best possible care and treatment for individuals dealing with arthritis and similar conditions in Canada. Resources available for learning more about research and education on living with arthritis
Autism Society Canada
ASC puts special focus on providing information, referral, and resources for parents and other family members who are seeking support for children with autism. This site also provides news, resources and links for youths and adults on the spectrum.
Be A Donor
Learn about organ and tissue donation in Ontario.
Canadian Cancer Society
The Canadian Cancer Society provides resources and support for cancer patients, cancer survivors, family, and caregivers.
Canadian Diabetes Association
A valuable resource helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while working to find a cure.
The Canadian Lung Association
The Canadian Lung Association is the leading organization in Canada working to promote lung health and prevent and manage lung disease.
CAMH (Centre for Addictions and Mental Health)
CAMH is Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital. This site provides a wide range of clinical care services and resources for patients and professional.
Canadian Mental Health Association
Promotes the mental health of all and we support the resiliance and recovery of all people experiencing mental illness. Locate your local branch here.
Canadian Paediactric Society's Caring for Kids
A resource site developed by the Canadian Paediatric Society designed to provide parents with information about their child’s health and well-being.
Canadian Red Cross
Helping people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience. Find local services, training & education, and information about the Canadian Red Cross on this site.
Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada
CADDAC is a national charity providing leadership in awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD across Canada.
Health Care Connect
www.ontario.ca/healthcareconnect
Register for Health Care Connect and a nurse will search for a doctor or nurse practitioner who is accepting new patients in your community.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
www.heartandstroke.ca
The Heart and Stroke Foundation aims to reduce and eliminate heart disease and stroke through research, application and promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Resources on this site are meant to inform, educate, and raise awareness of heart and stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Hospice Peterborough
Hospice Peterborough offers support to individuals and families living with or affected by life-threatening illness or grief.
Hypertension Canada
Hypertension Canada provides resources to educate everyone about high blood pressure and the dangers that it poses.
Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre
www.kawarthasexualassaultcentre.com
The Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre (KSAC) provides healing, safety, and support to those affected by sexual violence and harm, and aims to end sexual violence through prevention education within our communities
Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and addications
Dedicated to strengthening Ontario’s mental health and addictions services for children, young people and their families.
Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario
LDAO’s mission is to provide leadership in learning disabilities advocacy, research, education and services and to advance the full participation of children, youth and adults with learning disabilities in today’s society.
Lupus Canada
Lupus Canada is a non-profit organization dedicated to the mission and vision of improving the lives of Canadians living with lupus through research, advocacy, public awareness and education.
Mind Your Mind, Support for Adolescents
mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement, and technology meet. They work with young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience.
Ministry of Long-Term Care
www.ontario.ca/page/ministry-long-term-care
Resource for finding long-term care for yourself, friend, or family member as well as legislative information for long-term care living.
Ministry of Health
www.ontario.ca/page/ministry-health
Resource for information about OHIP (how to apply and what’s covered), prescription drug coverage, Ontario Drug Benefit program/OHIP+, and more.
National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC)
Provides information, resources, referrals and support to anyone in Canada affected by an eating disorder.
Osteoporosis Canada
Osteoporosis Canada aims to educate, empower, and support individuals and communities on bone health with risk reduction and treatment of osteoporosis.
Peterborough Family Health Team (PFHT)
www.peterboroughfht.com
Working in partnership with physicians, allied health professionals, specialists, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, Central East LHIN, and community groups to identify areas of need in the community and to develop initiatives and programs that best service them.
Peterborough Public Health
www.peterboroughpublichealth.ca
Servicing residents throughout the City and County of Peterborough, as well as Curve Lake and Hiawatha First Nations. It offers a wide range of clinics and workshops ranging from healthy eating, immunization clinic, Food Handler Course, dental clinics, to sexual health clinics.
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC)
A resource to find information about PRHC and the programs & services offered at the hospital.
Scleroderma Canada
Scleroderma Canada is committed to promoting public awareness, educating and supporting those affected by Scleroderma, and funding research to find a cure.
Survivor’s Abreast
Breast cancer survivors from the Peterborough area in various stages of treatment and recovery raising awareness through Dragon Boat racing.
Totally ADD
A resource for information to learn more about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) and those affected by it.
Travel Health Notices (PHAC)
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/travel-health-notices
Provides a list of health notices for travel destinations and the level of risk they pose.
Travel Advice and Advisories (TAA)
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
Travel Advice by destination. Provides information on risk levels, safety & security, entry/exit requirements, health advisories including vaccines and medications required to travel to enter the destination of travel, laws & culture, and natural disasters & climate.
UnlockFood.ca
UnlockFood.ca focuses on healthy eating throughout the lifecycle (from infants to seniors), nutrition topics of interest, and preventing and managing health conditions.
Victorian Order of Nurses
VON offers home care, personal support, and community services to enhance each client’s quality of life.