Five of the Top Stories at Five Counties this month!

The Whites' Story: 'Hope means you've got a future'

Hope isn’t a gift you buy at the store, but it is something that a Peterborough family discovered at Five Counties.

Glen and Suzette White share their experiences about how the Centre assisted their then 10-month-old son, Adam, after he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy in 1978. “Cerebral palsy is not a gift,” Suzette notes, “but we accepted the bumps and difficulties along the way with Five Counties, which was, and still is, a fabulous and generous godsend today for so many!”

Glen notes that coming to Five Counties gave them something invaluable... the feeling of hope. "Hope, to me hope... if you've got that, you've got a future," he notes

Let's Rethink Therapy to better support

a child's treatment journey and success

You know your child best... and are their greatest strength and resource. When we Rethink Therapy, we see therapy happens everywhere -- not just with Five Counties clinician/staff member in Centre or in school, but all around us!

Rethink Therapy is the name of a new awareness campaign being launched by Five Counties in 2026. It aims to help parents, caregivers and families realize they are an integral part of their child's treatment journey. 

At the root of Rethink Therapy are the F-Words for Child Development. The F-Words include: Family, Friends, Fun, Fitness, Functioning, and Future. At Five Counties, these F-Words keep us focused on what matters most -- a child's everyday life, strengths and goals. They help families and professionals work together to build abilities for life.

Each F-Word covers a different part of a child’s life. By exploring each one (as Five Counties will do over coming months), we'll share what it means for a parent/caregiver and their child — and how they can put the F-Words to work to support the child’s treatment journey. Small actions with a child every day build connection, confidence and their abilities for life. These actions and interactions happen… at home… at play… all day… every way.

You've got this... and Five Counties can help!

Next Gen Game with Ptbo Petes set for Feb. 16

It's back for another year... the Next Gen Game with the Peterborough Petes.

Five Counties is again teaming up with the Petes for the annual Next Gen Game on Monday, Feb. 16. Cheer on the Petes as they face off against the Kitchener Rangers, while supporting treatment services at Five Counties.

Ticket holders can join in a pre-game family skate from 11 am to 12:45 pm. Pre-game activities (including facepainting and giant Lego) start at 1 pm. Game starts at 2:05 pm and will be preceded by the ceremonial puck drop by a Five Counties family. There will also be a silent auction with all proceeds supporting Five Counties. The best part is that Five Counties kids will also enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience with the Petes, taking on different roles like coach, scout and GM.

Tickets are available through Five Counties for $15 each. Hope to see you at the rink!

'Five Counties has changed my children's lives'

Get in the swing: Golf Fore All Passbooks are here  

Get in the game with a Golf Fore All Passbook (now the TeeTime Golf Pass) while supporting Five Counties!

The 2026 Golf Fore All passbook is now available for $65 apiece. Each offers hundreds of dollars in discounts and savings to play at a variety of golf courses in Central Ontario this coming year. The Passbook includes:

• Over 750 golf discounts across 130+ courses and practice facilities
• 210+ “2‑for‑1” green‑fee coupons—play one round, get one free
• Weekend play available at 93+ courses — no weekday jail time for keen golfers
• Access to many brand-new courses in 2026

Order yours today! Proceeds will support Five Counties kids!

For more information about our programs, services or fundraising please contact us

at 1-888-779-9916 or development@fivecounties.on.ca.

You can send us an email through info@fivecounties.on.ca or give us a call and we will connect you with someone who can answer your questions.

Peterborough City and County - 705-748-2337

Northumberland County - 905-377-0192

City of Kawartha Lakes - 705-324-9320

All Areas Toll-Free: 1-888-779-9916