Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) is a pioneering community-based, non-profit charitable organization with a 33-year history of serving diverse populations
The Sahara Health Promotion and Prevention Program (SHPP) is a Locally Driven Population Health Model (LDPHM) funded by Ontario Health. This initiative is designed to address the unique health needs of diverse communities in the Region of Peel. The program aims to promote holistic well-being by implementing culturally and linguistically tailored health interventions and preventive care strategies that resonate with the community's values and practices
The SHPP builds strong partnerships with local stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, public health departments, places of worship, and educational institutions, to ensure collaborative health promotion efforts. The program focuses on enhancing health outcomes through active community engagement, evidence-informed decision making (EIDM), and strategic preventive care planning and goal setting.
The Sahara Health Promotion and Prevention Program (SHPP) is built on several essential pillars: preventive planning encompassing breast cancer screening and education, diabetes education, and support for mental health and addictions. Additionally, the program emphasizes primary care attachment and connecting participants to wraparound supports. These pillars are tailored to address the diverse cultural needs of the Peel community, ensuring that health interventions are both culturally sensitive and relevant.
To learn more about our services and access additional information, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our dedicated support team.
Support line: 437-243-3735 Support email: supportline@pchs4u.com
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