Infant & Child
SWCHC is well known for its excellent Community Health Centre (CHC) model and its professional health services team, but it has also become a leader in offering a wide range of community-building activities and advocacy programs. Filter programs by language and service area below.
Picky Eating Workshop
Learn strategies for developing healthy & happy eaters.
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For Who:
Virtual
Parents of children ages 1 - 12
Buns in the Oven
Join our online session for fun activities, yummy snacks, and pregnancy tips and tricks.
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For Who:
Virtual
Expectant moms
Chinese Pregnancy Circle
This six-week program is for expecting parents who speak Mandarin.
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For Who:
Inactive
Expectant Parents
Feeding Your Baby Workshop
Learn everything you need to know about feeding your baby from 3 to 12 months.
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For Who:
Virtual
Parents or caregivers with children 3-12 months
Primary Care Walk-In Clinics
Somerset West Community Health Centre's walk-in clinic offers same-day virtual & in person appointments.
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For Who:
Virtual, In Person
Rostered clients of the practice, anyone living in the Somerset West Community Health Centre service area who does not have a primary care provider, including those without an Ontario health card and/or a permanent address.
Primary Care Services
Our team of doctors, nurses, dietitians and more offer a range of medical services at our Eccles and Rosemount locations.
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For Who:
Active
Existing clients of the centre
Foot Care and Chiropody
Our footcare team offers foot and nail care, orthotics and education about proper foot care.
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For Who:
Active
Everyone
Dental Screening
A dental hygienist from Ottawa Public Health (OPH) offering free services by appointment.
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For Who:
Inactive
Everyone
What to Expect at SWCHC When You're Expecting!
The Somerset West Community Health Centre pregnancy team is privileged that you have chosen us to be part of this most exciting time for you and your family.
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For Who:
People that are pregnant and their families
What to Expect at Delivery
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For Who:
Active
People that are pregnant and their families
Well Baby Drop-In
Our lactation consultant, dietitian and early childhood educator are here to support you!
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For Who:
In Person
Parents or caregivers and babies less than 12 months
Primary Care Asthma Program
Learn how to identify symptoms, manage medications, and master breathing and medical device techniques.
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For Who:
Active
Existing Somerset West Community Health Centre clients only
Lung Health
Somerset West Community Health Centre offers a range of services for those with chronic lung disease.
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For Who:
Active
People with COPD
Prenatal Care
Expecting a baby? Our physicians, physician assistant and lactation consultant offer friendly, personal care to women with low-risk pregnancies who will deliver at the Civic Campus of The Ottawa Hospital.
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For Who:
Active
People that are pregnant
Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding support is available from our lactation consultant.
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For Who:
Active
People that are breastfeeding