What is a Community Hub?

 

A community hub makes it easier for people to access the health, social, cultural, recreational, and other resources they need together in one spot. In 1978, Langs' founders envisioned Langs as a place where partners worked together to bring health and social services under one roof.  The hub model evolved over several years beginning in 2011 when Langs moved into the HUB@1145, what is now known provincially as a ‘Community Hub’.  Langs’ North Dumfries Community Health Centre satellite site is also a Community Hub, known as the HUB@2958.

 

The Community Hub Model improves community engagement, bringing diverse organizations together under one roof to collaborate and amplify their impact. By centralizing services and resources, it streamlines access for individuals and fosters cross-sector partnerships that drive positive change. This innovative approach creates a vibrant space where organizations can collaborate effectively, tackle challenges, and empower communities to thrive. In essence, the Community Hub Model exemplifies the power of collaboration and creates stronger, more resilient communities.

 

Characteristics of a Community Hub:

 

  • Addresses the social determinants of health

  • Involves the community in governance, setting priorities, program delivery and evaluation

  • Integrates partnerships that improve access to services, enable a larger impact on health and wellbeing, and maximize infrastructure

  • Builds on community strengths and increases capacity

  • Is flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the community

  • Is self-sustaining

The Hub@1145

 

The HUB@1145 is 66,000 sq ft and includes shared reception services on 2 floors, lots of natural light and the additional following features:

 

  • Full size gymnasium

  • Walking track

  • Living wall

  • Courtyard

  • Green lounge

  • Community kitchen

  • Offices and exam rooms

  • Shared meeting rooms

  • Co-located with 25+ community partners

  • There are over 25 community partners co-located at the HUB@1145, who bring a variety of health and social service programs and services to the area. Please click here for more info on the community partners at the HUB@1145.

 

The Hub@1145 building

 

The Hub@2958

 

In 2011, Langs co-located their North Dumfries Community Health Centre satellite site with the Township of North Dumfries in Ayr creating a multipurpose community complex. The HUB@2958 features:

 

  • Walking track

  • Banquet hall

  • Ice surface

  • Program rooms

  • The Township of North Dumfries Council chamber and administrative offices

  • Community partners

There are several community partners co-located at the HUB@2958, who bring a variety of health and social service programs and services to the area. Please click here for more info on the community partners at the HUB@2958.

 

The Hub@2958 building

 

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