Kawartha Lakes Community Paramedics put their best foot forward with donation to The Hub

“We really appreciate the Community Paramedics team for their support,” said Kristal Jones-Craighead, Program Director of the Community Integrated Care Hub. “The budget we set aside for purchasing socks can now be used in our food and meal programming.”   

Thank you to our Community Paramedic Outreach Team for organizing this incredible initiative. It was an excellent opportunity to provide our Paramedics and staff with a gift to recognize their service, while also giving back to our community.  

Who are Community Paramedics? 

Community Paramedics are specially-trained paramedics who provide scheduled, non-emergency care to eligible residents in their homes and communities. They help residents manage chronic conditions, access healthcare services, and remain safe and independent at home for longer. Community Paramedics provide wellness checks, health assessments, remote monitoring, education, and connections to local supports. They help reduce unnecessary emergency department visits and improve overall quality of care. 

Community Integrated Care Hub (The Hub)  

Led by the John Howard Society of the Kawarthas, the project is a 12-bed emergency shelter with drop-in and program space, located near key amenities. The Community Integrated Care Hub is a purpose-built space designed to provide low-barrier, person-centered services grounded in a harm reduction framework. Through a ‘No Wrong Door’ approach, The Hub centralizes services and offers wrap-around supports so people can access what they need in one place, from basic needs like showers, laundry, meals, and a safe overnight space, to connections with health and community supports. 

For more information, visit the John Howard Society of the Kawarthas website.