As the holiday season quickly approaches, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your ongoing support throughout the year. Your unwavering commitment to our mission has made a significant impact, and we are truly thankful for each and every one of you.



In the spirit of the holidays, we would like to inform you that our offices will be closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day as our team takes a well-deserved break to spend time with their families and recharge for the new year ahead.



However, Ed's House, will remain open 24/7 during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

As we reflect on the year behind us and look forward to the opportunities the new year will bring, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and moments that create lasting memories.

Thank you once again for being an integral part of the Community Care Northumberland family. We look forward to continuing our journey together in the coming year.

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday season!

A friendly reminder to watch your mailbox for the Community Care Annual letter appeal! Enjoy the wonderful story of Joyce Surman who shares how Community Care changed her life.  It’s not too late to make your donation. You can send back your donation form in the prepaid envelope provided, or click HERE to donate in Joyce’s name.

If you missed it, here’s Joyce’s story:  

Since 2017, CCN has supported seniors throughout the county during the holiday season through the organization’s Adopt a Grandparent program.



This program spreads joy by surprising seniors who may be experiencing isolation or loneliness with meaningful gifts during the holiday season.

For 2023, the community stepped up once again and were matched with 128 local senior/grandparent.  

If you want more information on the program, please call 1-866-514-5774 or by emailing wellness@commcare.ca.

READ MORE.

Hear what our Adopted Grandparents have to say:

• “Thank you so much for the beautiful gift. It made my day! I really appreciate it.”
• “I look forward to this gift every year. It all helps so much!”
• “This gift just brightened my day!”

Join our grief support group in Roseneath, starting this January. Register now: a.greer@commcare.ca or 1-855-473-8875.

These sessions provide a safe and understanding space for individuals to share their feelings, find support, and navigate the complexities of grief during this time of year. We're here for you.

Cards Crafted with Love for Colborne & Grafton Clients

Mrs. Muir's Grade 3/4 class at St. Mary's CES recently spread joy by delivering Christmas cards to our Meals on Wheels clients.

The thoughtful gesture involved 22 students crafting 22 beautiful cards, which were then personally handed out to Meals on Wheels recipients in Colborne and Grafton.

The heartwarming impact was evident when one client responded with a Christmas card, expressing gratitude. According to our Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver, Mike, the recipients were deeply touched by the kindness conveyed through the Christmas cards.

Join us on April 4, 2024, at Best Western in Cobourg as we raise funds for hospice service programs.

Your generosity helps the Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre Foundation provide essential services to families in need. 

Ticket will go on sale February 4th. Watch for more information to be posted on our social media.

What a magical evening spreading holiday cheer at the Cobourg Santa Claus Parade with Extendicare Cobourg! Our hearts are full of joy and gratitude for being part of such a festive celebration. Thank you for the warmth, laughter, and memories shared as we kicked off the holiday season in style!

Just in time for Christmas joy! Thanks to Dahlia May Flower Farm, we've received 6 stunning flowering plants at Ed's House.

The added touch of heartwarming Christmas messages from school children has truly brightened our residents' days. Grateful for your generosity!

We were feeling the festive vibes at Colborne Diners! And what brought on the Christmas spirit even more was filling the air with the smooth tunes of Michael Bublé's holiday classics, sporting our coziest Christmas sweaters and adding some extra cheer with the left-right CCN Christmas game!

Big shoutout to the Wellness Team for making it all happen, and a special congrats to Joy Gifford for winning a beautiful poinsettia!

And Donna Rusaw is once again the holiday hero! Thanks for serving up an amazing turkey dinner - our clients loved every bite.

A sincere thank you to Lochlan and Brandon from Simpson Memorials & Cobourg Monuments for their exceptional work on our Memorial Walkway at Ed’s House. The results are truly fabulous! Your contributions hold deep meaning for families and their messages on our walkway.

Interested in a Tribute Stone? Learn More HERE.

Our staff is constantly putting on such amazing programs for our community!

Contact us today at 📧 wellness@commcare.ca or 📞 1-866-514-5774.

Volunteer & Brokered Worker Opportunities

Do you have a couple hours a week to spare? Become a Volunteer for an array of services and start helping your community tomorrow! Opportunities even include volunteering from the comfort of your own home! And opportunities available across our five program areas throughout Northumberland County.

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