With initial outreach programs dating back to 1969, Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) has been serving its surrounding community for over 40 years. Since its earliest days as a small healthcare clinic operating out of “borrowed” facilities above a tavern, SWCHC has been dedicated to the health and well being of our community.
Today, the Centre’s mission has expanded its focus from primary care to include comprehensive cutting-edge community-based programs, programs that address people’s overall well-being – social, mental and physical – in the context of building healthy families and communities.
SWCHC has an excellent reputation for innovation and creativity regarding community programs and is a leader in terms of the range and depth of services available. SWCHC is highly successful in reaching populations of folks considered hardest to serve.
"SWCHC is a well-established organization, but is not just content with past successes. Those involved at all levels of the organization share a passion for their work and respect for each other. They continually reflect on past practice and work to improve what they do in the interests of SWCHC clients and community."
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Ontario Community
Health Centres: Every One Matters
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Black History Month
Free Event
January 27, 2012
"Our Health in Our Hands"
Join the discussion on healthy sexuality, Thursday February 2nd.
Are you looking for an opportunity to serve your community? Are you available during the daytime? Do you have a valid drivers licence and a clean driving record? Do you like working with seniors? Can you commit to volunteering on a regular basis?
If you've answered yes to these questions WE NEED YOU!
A sold out event helped raise over $18,000 for the Yet Keen Seniors' Day Program. The celebration took place January 19th at the Chu Shing restaurant with a ten course meal being served over the evening. Many thanks to all our donors, table sponsors and door prize sponsors. A special thank you to Scotiabank for being our Premier Sponsor for this event.
Health Centres Applaud Provinces' Commitment to Innovation and Collaboration
January 18, 2012
CACHCA congratulates First Ministers on their commitment to expanding health system collaboration and innovation across the country.
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Does your New Year's Resolution include exercising more and making positive changes in your life? If you are a client or member of SWCHC click here!
January 5, 2012
AOHC Board of Directors Urges Ontario Health Minister to Equalize funding for AHACs
January 5, 2012
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Ottawa Youth Sex Survey
December 20, 2011
A research project is being done by MSW students at Carleton University in partnership with Planned Parenthood. The study will inquire about the consensual sexual experiences of Ottawa youth and whether they are accessing sexual health services.
Youth between 16-24 are being asked to complete this survey between mid December and February 2012.
