Welcome To Our October Newsletter | | |
Welcome to the October edition of the Community Care newsletter! In this issue we celebrate our volunteers at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, invite you to join us for a merry movie fundraiser, and much more!
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| | An Evening of Gratitude with our Volunteers | | |
What a wonderful night celebrating our incredible volunteers!
This month, we had the rare joy of bringing our volunteers together for an evening of celebration and appreciation. We shared a Thanksgiving dinner, listened to words of gratitude, enjoyed live music, and celebrated with raffle prizes.
| We would like to give a big thank you to all the local businesses that donated a raffle prize for our volunteers to win! Thank you to: |
Years of Service Recipients
At this event, we also celebrated 30 individual volunteers with our Years of Service awards. Please join us in thanking all our volunteers that provide countless hours (and years!) of compassion and care for residents of our community!
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Gayle B.
David C.
Donna C.
Luke C.
Alice H.
Frances R.L.
Ric C.
Donna J.
Steven K.
Wesley L.
Dan P.
Sonja P.
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Marion B.
Joanna L.T.
Pat S.
Ken S.
Shirley P.
June M.
Janet M.
Elizabeth K.
Lou K.
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Jane J.
Sharon P.
Barbara T.
Joy G.
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Carol Y.
Ralph S.
Libby P.
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This year, we also proudly recognizes two incredible volunteers for reaching an inspiring milestone — 25 years of service!
Their dedication, kindness, and commitment have touched countless lives and reflect the very heart of our organization. Please join us in celebrating Grant D. and Lorie B. for their outstanding contributions and many years of compassionate service.
Learn more about Grant and Lorie below.
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Grant D. has been a treasured volunteer with Meals on Wheels and Diners Club for 25 years. Throughout his time with the program, Grant has devoted countless hours to ensuring that nutritious meals are delivered to members of our community who need them most.
While volunteering with Diners Club in a client-facing role, Grant became affectionately known as “The Potato Guy”, always ready to serve up potatoes during meal service and a hearty laugh to go with them.
Over his many years of service, Grant has approached each delivery with genuine care, taking a few extra moments at every door to check in, share a kind word, or simply brighten someone’s day. In his current role as a driver, his familiarity with routes and attention to detail ensure safe, efficient deliveries to all on his list.
Beyond his regular routes, Grant is always willing to step in when needed, often accepting last-minute shifts to support the team. His reliability, kindness, and community spirit shine through in everything he does.
Grant’s dedication reminds us that small, consistent acts of kindness can create a lasting impact. Every day, in every way, Grant makes a difference.
With grateful hearts, we say thank you, Grant, for your compassion, commitment, and the warmth you bring to volunteerism with CCCKL.
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Lorie B. has been a treasured volunteer with Hospice Services since 2000. It wouldn’t be easy to calculate exactly how many individuals and families she has served through palliative illness and grief because her file pre-dates our databases!
Considering she has given more than 5100 hours of her time, it’s safe to assume that thousands of lives have been touched by her care, compassion, and presence on the Palliative Care Unit at Ross Memorial Hospital, in one-one support, and group facilitation.
Lorie is able to create a calm, peaceful space for people to share their deepest heartaches and greatest dreams – to be vulnerable with their truths knowing that they are safe with her. In addition to supporting clients and families, Lorie participates in fundraising activities, special events, and education opportunities.
She also regularly attends our Volunteer Connection where she shares her wisdom and supports and encourages other volunteers and staff as we work together to serve our community.
Everyday, she makes a difference and our hospice hearts are full and true when we say thank you, Lorie.
| | Thank you to our volunteers for the wonderful difference you make in our community! | | | Win Big and Show You Care! | | Accessing Primary Care Providers in Kawartha Lakes | | |
The Kawartha Lakes Haliburton Ontario Health Team (KLH-OHT) is continuing its work to strengthen access to primary care across our region. Many local Family Health Teams, Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinics, Community Health Centres, and independent practices are expanding to welcome new patients.
If you don’t currently have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, the most important step is to register with Health Care Connect (HCC). You can register online at ontario.ca/healthcareconnect or by calling 1-800-445-1822.
You no longer need to “de-roster” from an existing provider to register. Signing up with HCC will not affect any current care, but it ensures you’re counted among residents seeking a local provider and helps prioritize you for connection as spaces become available.
These efforts are part of a broader system-wide initiative to make sure everyone in our communities has access to comprehensive, team-based primary care close to home.
Learn more at https://www.klhoht.ca/progress-on-expanding-primary-care-access.
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A Ride Through History:
The Story of Specialized Transportation
| | Merry Movie & Magical Moments! | | |
Kick off the holiday season with Community Care at Century Cinemas 3 on November 23, 2025! Join us for a heartwarming screening of the beloved holiday classic Elf, starring Will Ferrell. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy festive cheer while supporting the Community Care Foundation.
Every ticket sold helps brighten the lives of our neighbours in need through our Subsidy Program, which ensures essential services remain accessible to everyone in the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Tickets are limited—bring the family, friends, or come solo and leave with your heart full of holiday spirit. Buy your tickets today at merrymovie.ccckl.ca and help make the season merrier, together!
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Community Care invites you to our Hospice Memorial Service on November 19, 7:00–8:00 PM at Celebrations, 35 Lindsay St. N, Lindsay. This service is a time for reflection and remembrance, allowing us to honor and revisit memories of loved ones who have passed. All are welcome to attend.
If you would like your loved one’s name honoured during the service, please email jcraig@ccckl.ca or share their name when you arrive at the Memorial Service.
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| New Payment and Billing Options Now Available | | October is Community Support Month! | | | | |
October is Community Support Month, which is a time to recognize the essential programs, services, staff, and volunteers who help people live well at home and stay connected in their communities.
Across Ontario, more than 20,000 employees and 100,000 volunteers deliver care that fosters independence, connection, and dignity every day.
This year’s celebration holds special meaning as we also mark 40 years of Community Care in Kawartha Lakes. Throughout October, we have been highlighting the programs that have shaped our history and continue to make a difference in the lives of local residents today. Check out our social media pages to learn more about some of these vital programs.
| | Join us in celebrating Community Support Month and the people and programs that keep our community strong! | |
Kawartha Concert Band Presents:
A Winter Dawn
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Get into the holiday spirit with the Kawartha Concert Band’s concert, A Winter Dawn!
Enjoy an evening of seasonal music and community celebration while supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes.
📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 Cambridge Street United Church, 61 Cambridge St. N., Lindsay
🎟️ Tickets: $25
Email info@kawarthalakesconcertband.com to reserve your tickets, or purchase them at the door.
| | | Check out the latest updates for our Wellness Programs! | | |
Fall Social
Join the Wellness Team for snacks, conversation and pumpkin painting! This Fall Social is open to volunteers, program participants, and community members. Please feel free to drop-in, however if you would like a pumpkin provided to you, call us at 705-324-7323 ext. 181.
📅 Friday, October 31st, 2025
🕝 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
📍 21 Angeline Street North, Lindsay
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Walk in the Halls is Back!
The weather is starting to get colder, which means that Walk in the Halls is back!
This is our indoor walking group at LCVI and it officially starts on November 4. The group will meet throughout the winter months on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6–7 p.m. This program offers a safe, welcoming way to stay active indoors during the winter months. You can also track your steps using our pedometers! It’s a drop-in program, no pre-registration is required, and everyone is welcome.
Visit www.ccckl.ca/walking-programs to learn more.
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New Community Kitchen Dates
Our Community Kitchen is back this November! This is a chance to work on your cooking skills by making a soup recipe with fresh produce. Participants will take home some of the soup they help make and contribute to meals that will be shared with others in our community.
📅 Upcoming Sessions:
- November 4th | 10:00AM – 12:00PM, 21 Angeline St. N. Lindsay | Cream of Potato Soup
- November 11th | 1:00PM – 3:00PM, 21 Angeline St. N. Lindsay | Vegetarian Chili
No registration is required. Feel free to drop in and help make some delicious and nutritious soup for your community!
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Pickleball Update
As a reminder, our Pickleball has moved from the Bobcaygeon Curling Club to Bobcaygeon Public School, where it will continue to be held until April 2026. Games take place Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:00–9:00 p.m.
No experience is required and we always welcome new players! We hope you’ll join us! Visit www.ccckl.ca/pickleball to learn more.
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As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we’re looking back at memorable moments from past newsletters.
Back in 2004, Community Care marked Community Support Month by shining a light on the people and programs that make a difference every day. The celebration recognized the vital role of community support services in helping older adults and adults with disabilities live independently at home, surrounded by care and connection. Nearly two decades later, that same spirit continues to guide our work across Kawartha Lakes.
Take a look at the full page below and enjoy a glimpse into our roots!
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Let's Do Lunch!
Check out our delicious autumn lunches on offer this November.
| | Reserve a spot at our Diners Club this month! | | Join Us in Making Every Day Better | | |
At Community Care, every role is a chance to create real, lasting change. Whether you’re lending your time as a volunteer or building a career in care, you become part of something bigger—a community rooted in compassion, connection, and hope. If you’re looking for purpose and the opportunity to truly make a difference, we invite you to explore our current openings.
Together, we can make every day better!
| | Community Care Foundation Update | | Welcome to this update from the Community Care Foundation. Our Mission is to help to build healthy communities across Kawartha Lakes by raising funds to support Community Care's range of services. | |
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