Public Groups and Workshops
We offer free educational programs – open to the public.
All group and workshop online registration closes 48 hours before the session starts.
Still want to register in this time? Call or email the groups team at (905) 667-4852 or groups@hamiltonfht.ca.
AFFIRM
Learn where to go for support and meet other LGTBQ+ youth, cope with life’s stressors and Increase positive thoughts and feelings. For Youth age 14-18 only.
9 Sessions, 2 hours
This group is not currently running. Express interest by joining the waitlist
Ask a Dietitian
Get support from a Registered Dietitian and your peers to continue your new healthy habits.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
Bariatric Support Group
Run through our partners at Barrie Family Health Team, the session will assist bariatric patients in the lifelong management of their obesity as a chronic disease post gastric-bypass surgery.
1 Session, 1.5 h
Budget Friendly Cooking
Enjoy a budget-friendly meal. Take away tips for eating well while spending less.
1 Session, 2 hours
Caregiver Group:
Emotion-focused Strategies For Supporting Your Child or Youth
Help your child or youth better manage their emotions and support healthy behaviours.
6 Sessions, 2 hours
This group is not currently running. Express interest by joining the waitlist
Not sure about 6 sessions?
Attend a 90-minute webinar.
Diabetes Series
Learn about lifestyle strategies to delay or prevent diabetes in our Diabetes Prevention workshop. Join our Diabetes Management workshop to learn about lifestyle strategies, monitoring blood sugars and medications to manage your diabetes.
Each session is 2 hours
Gender-Affirming Care Workshop
Explore strategies for optimizing the effectiveness of hormone therapy. Learn more here
In collaboration with Queens Square Family Health Team.
1 Session, 1 hour
Get a Better Sleep
Explore the factors that can impact sleep, sleep environment and sleep quality.
Session 1: Fri. June 6
Session 2: Fri. June 13
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
GLA:D: Hip and Knee
This program is designed for individuals with mild to severe osteoarthritis in the hip and/or knee.
7 weeks, 2 x 1.5h Sessions per week
Healthy Aging Workshop Series
Learn about preventing dementia, reducing social isolation, bone health and more.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
Pre-registration is required.
Pelvic Floor and
Preventing Incontinence
Thurs. June 12
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
MacNab YWCA Active Living Centre
Contact MacNab YWCA Active Living Centre 55+
(905) 529-7727 or activelivingcentre@ywcahamilton.org.
Improve Sleep with
CBT for Insomnia
Wed. June 25
10:00 am to 11:30 am
420 ON-5, Dundas, L9H 5E2
Contact Flamborough Connects
(905) 689-7880 or admin@flamboroughconnects.ca.
Healthy You
This program will help you make healthy lifestyle changes to improve your health and feel better about yourself.
6 Sessions, 2 hours
This group is not currently running. Express interest by joining the waitlist
Heart Health Series
Improve your cholesterol levels with dietary strategies.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
Informational Workshop for Disordered Eating
Introductory psychoeducational group for patients with disordered eating/eating disorders. Suggestions for resources and treatment will be provided.
1 Session, 2 hours
Just Walk
Go on an hour-long walk with a healthcare provider after a short presentation on a health topic.
1 Session, 1 hour
Fri. June 20
9:00 am to 10:00 am
Bayfront Park
Managing Chronic Pain
This is a series of workshops focusing on pain management and improving quality of life, including medications, diet, physical activity & exercise and the effects of stress and mood on chronic pain.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
This group is not currently running. Express interest by joining the waitlist
Menopause Series
A series of workshops to learn the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, current treatment options and how to approach your healthcare provider to talk about your symptoms.
1 Session, 2 hours
This group is not currently running. Express interest by joining the waitlist
Mindful Eating
Join this group to learn how to identify triggers and reduce emotional eating.
6 Sessions, 2 hours
Quit Smoking Workshops
An educational and peer support group run by a Pharmacist and Certified Respiratory Educator for patients who are interested in cutting back or quitting smoking.
1 Session, 1 hour
Developing a Quit Plan
Thurs. April 3
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Virtual
Let’s Talk About Relapse
Thurs. April 17
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
688 Queensdale
Cravings and Triggers
Thurs. April 17
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Virtual
Managing Stress and Mood
Thurs. May 1
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Virtual
Your Quit Journey
Thurs. May 8
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
123 James St. N.
Let’s Talk About Relapse
Thurs. May 15
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Virtual
Developing a Quit Plan
Thurs. May 29
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Virtual
Concerned About COPD?
Thurs. June 5
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
123 James St. N.
Raising Healthy Happy Eaters: Introduction to Solids
Are you a parent of an infant aged 4-12 months wondering about introducing solid foods to your baby? We are here to help! In partnership with Haldimand Family Health Team.
Call to register: 365-206-0303
Raising Healthy Happy Eaters: Feeding a Picky Eater
Are you a parent of a toddler aged 2-4 years old looking for tips to support picky eating? We are here to help! In partnership with Haldimand Family Health Team.
Call to register: 365-206-0303
Stress Management Workshop Series
This is a series of workshops to learn about strategies to improve general wellness. Topics include reducing stress, balancing social media use, improving nutrition, learning to meditate, tools to improve sleep and practicing self-compassion.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
Healthy Ways to Handle Life’s Stressors
Thurs. July 10
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Mindful Ways to Wellness
Thurs. July 17
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Food and Mood
Thurs. July 24
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Physical Activity to Manage Stress
Thurs. July 31
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Tips to Deal News Related Stress
Thurs. August 7
2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Weight Science
Join this group to learn the latest research on weight science and current treatment options to help with appetite control.
1 Session, 1.5 hours
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Interested in more specialized mental health groups?
Hamilton Family Health Team offers a selection of referral-only groups that require a referral from your physician.