Community Programs

In addition to care for our rostered patients, the North Renfrew Family Health Team offers a variety of programs and services that are open to everyone in the community. You do not need to be a patient of the clinic to access these supports.

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Nutrition Classes

Our Registered Dietitian offers free group classes throughout the year on a variety of nutrition and wellness topics, such as healthy eating for weight management, lowering blood pressure, and reducing your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

See below a list of upcoming classes and registration details. To register, please call the Family Health Team at 613-584-1037.

We’re currently planning our next round of nutrition classes—please check back soon for upcoming dates.

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Women’s Health Services

We offer a range of women’s health services, including cervical screening (Pap tests), birth control, and fertility counselling.

For those without a family doctor or nurse practitioner, cervical screening is available through partners across the Ottawa Valley Ontario Health Team.

You can book your cervical screening online at rcvtac.ca/paptest or call 1-844-727-6404.

If you are already connected with a primary care provider, please contact their office directly for cervical screening.

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Gender-Affirming Care

This program is currently being developed and will be launching very soon.

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Smoking Cessation

Individuals can self-refer to our smoking cessation program, which is offered in partnership with the Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation. This service provides free resources and personalized support to help you quit or reduce smoking or vaping, at your own pace.

Appointments can be booked by calling the Family Health Team at 613-584-1037.

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Diabetes Counselling

As part of the Renfrew County Diabetes Program, our Dietitians and Certified Diabetes Educators offer individual support for diabetes management, including blood sugar monitoring, nutrition planning, and lifestyle coaching.

Appointments can be booked by calling Deep River & District Hospital’s main registration desk at 613-584-3333.