National Directory for Canadian Families

Support Groups

COVID19 Office closed; all services operating from Central Branch | Lipa Green Centre, call or visit JF&CS website for information----------Individual and group counselling, information and referrals, parenting support, mental health and wellness programs and workshops, supplementary financial assistance programPathways to Employment in partnership with JVS TorontoWoman Abuse Program includes support with effects of emotional, physical and sexual abuse; partners with Jewish Women International to provide kosher apartment on emergency basis for one woman and her family until able to obtain appropriate living arrangements1 Open Door: community hub of UJA Federation"s partner agencies such as JIAS (Jewish Immigrant Aid Service) Toronto, JVS Toronto

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Offers individual, couple and family counselling services for various interpersonal and mental health concerns. Virtual services (video and telephone) are available.

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Offers a full range of counselling and support services for children, individuals, couples and families. Video and telephone counselling available.

Adult Mental Health

A full service, non-sectarian agency serving residents of the greater Ottawa area. Serving all ages. Services include: * Counselling (on fee-for-service basis); * Anger management groups, * Employment assistance * Services for Jewish seniors; * Settlement program, with Russian speaking staff; * Shalom Bayit program for Jewish women in abusive relationships; * Student support for Jewish students; * Outreach; * Financial assistance for low income Jews * StreetSmarts for homeless clients JFS is a United Way agency.

Support Groups

Helping all newcomers build a strong and vibrant community through settlement services one-on-one settlement services with an assigned settlement worker group programs: information and orientation to life in Canada, mental health and well-being informal language learning for children and adults interpretation and translation; notary public servicesJumpStart --- vocational counseling; connecting skilled or internationally trained professional newcomers to employment with job placements, mentorship opportunities, volunteering and networking connections in their preferred fieldsCommunity Connections -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks

Support Groups

Helping newcomers build a strong and vibrant community through settlement services one-on-one settlement services with an assigned settlement worker group programs: information and orientation to life in Canada, mental health and well-being, informal language learning for children and adults translation and interpretation; notary public services refugee sponsorshipJumpStart -- vocational counseling; connecting skilled or internationally trained professional newcomers to employment with job placements, mentorship opportunities, volunteering and networking connections in their preferred fieldsCommunity Connections -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks

Community Mental Health Centers

Major services: job placement for persons with physical, mental health and developmental disabilities employment plans that outline the steps to reach a job goal job coaches who focus on keeping the job self-employment mentoring to test feasibility of new ideas Partners with Ontario Disability Supports Program (ODSP), Employment Ontario (EO), Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), Centre for Skills Development, YMCA and Sheridan College on employment initiatives for people with disabilities

Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups

COVID19 -- All public health guidelines are followed including daily screening of clientsSupport and training to children and youth with learning challenges, neurodiversities and other challenges direct instruction following Ontario curriculum; supports high school credits through local school or the Independent Learning Centre (ILC) cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), social coaching, and self-regulation ASDAN certified Life Skills programs including job skills 18+ social club; LBGTQ+ group for young people with mental health and/or ASD sensory room, recreation fitness room opportunities to volunteer/assistance in setting up volunteer opportunities Summer Back to School Camp academic morning extracurricular afternoon, field trips

Support Groups

COVID19 -- Resource rooms open for drop in, computers available for use for housing and employment related needs * Harm Reduction Programs back to regular hours Variety of programs and services that help individuals, families and youthActive Parenting Program a video based program guided by a JHS facilitator helps parents of 5-12, and teens, break down communication barriers and enhance the quality of family life * programs available between September and AprilEmployment Services to assist any job seeker with their resume, cover letter, job search, skills upgrading and more. Ask about our Ready to Go program for youth up to age 30 which has pre-employment training and certifications followed by a paid job trialExtrajudicial Measures Program community partnership to assist in the delivery of the Youth Criminal Justice ActClarington Youth Centres (Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle) teen drop-in program in Bowmanville * youth up to the age of 18, after school recreation space, skills development, community volunteer hours opportunitiesGroup Counselling Anger Management for adults and young adults * Dads Aiming for Direction and Support (D.A.D.S.) helps fathers gain skills they need to nurture their children * Active Parenting groups for parents of children 5-12 and teens, Cooperative Parenting and Divorce. Continuous intake except in July/AugustHousing work with clients to find permanent, adequate and affordable housing * eviction prevention, landlord and tenant education * maintains a registry of landlords with rental space available * assistance with personal identification (ID)ID Clinic Identification replacement clinic, applications for birth certificates for all parts of CanadaIncome Tax help for low-income persons * available only in March and AprilInmate Return persons from Durham nearing release may request assistance for planning their return to DurhamLearning AlternativesNon-credit upgrading program for adults who wish to improve reading, writing, math and computer skills in preparation for employment, apprenticeship, secondary, post-secondary or independence goals * one-to-one instruction is provided in a small group setting * offer flexible schedules and provide year round intake and assessmentProject X Change needle exchange program for intravenous drug users * old needles can be handed in for safe disposal * condom and safe sex information available * connections to rehab programs and counselling * Naloxone kits and nasal spray refills are now available for opioid overdose * PLEASE NOTE this program is NOT available on weekendsPublic Speaking Presentations available to present to community groups, agencies, schools, media, service clubs, churches etc * topics include drugs and alcohol, suicide, sexual abuse, the prison system, violence, employment, housing issues * able to speak about any program the JHS deliversRecord Suspension assistance with process formerly known as a "Pardon" available at Whitby, Oshawa and Bowmanville locationsResidential Program designed to develop independent living skills in person aged 15 and over * participants share in the responsibility for meal planning, grocery shopping and other life skills needed for a homeWomens Drop-In Program drop-in program for persons involved in the sex trade providing access to support, information, laundry/showering facilities, and community referrals

In person crisis services

The Family Support program provides support, information, early intervention, and referral to other services for parents with youth ages 12 to 17 who are experiencing parenting challenges or parent/child conflicts. This is a strength-based, family-centered service offered in individual and group formats. This program is delivered on- and off-site throughout Hamilton, Burlington, and area. It is open to community referrals.Funded by the United Way of Halton & Hamilton.

In person crisis services

COVID-19 (July 13, 2021): Continues to provide critical justice and social services and programs, and have adapted to meet clients" needs while following public health advice. Housing supports and follow-up services to men who have been left homeless upon their release from custody divert clients from the downtown shelters

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Counselling, institution and community servicesBail Verification and Supervision program -- alternative to remand in custody for individuals seeking bail release provides verified information to court about individuals" suitability for program provides community supervision, counselling and support to individuals waiting for resolution of court matters case management support for mentally ill offenders in partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association, PeelInstitution services visiting correspondence counselling and referrals pre-release planningCounselling -- individual counselling and crisis support anger and emotion management groups addiction counselling life skills referralsCommunity services advocacy housing assistance access to computers and internet, printers, fax and phones needle exchange Voice Mail Service -- persons who qualify receive personal phone number to leave or retrieve messages from any phone resource centre

Youth Addictions

The John Howard Society of Simcoe & Muskoka is a not-for-profit, charitable organization providing a broad range of evidence-based and outcome-driven community services in Simcoe & Muskoka, with offices in Barrie and Orillia. Our organization has a strong history of helping individuals and families who are at risk of, or who have come into conflict with the law. Our work includes the provision of prevention and intervention services as well as advocacy, public education, and community partnerships.

Support Groups

COVID-19 -- accepting new client referrals telephone, online and video appointments----------------------------------------Adult ServicesReintegration Program -- for individuals 18 years and older and families who may have experienced or are at risk of experiencing contact with the law case management, brief support including goal planning, accessing employment, job and life skills, housing and food security referrals to community resources, client advocacyReintegration Program - Women"s Support -- for individuals who identify as women and are18 years and older and families who may have experienced or are at risk of experiencing contact with the law case management, brief support including goal planning, accessing employment, job and life skills, housing and food security referrals to community resources, client advocacyRecord Suspension Support -- for individuals 18 years and older who were convicted of a criminal offence and have completed their sentence assists in determination of eligibility and application process to have criminal record kept separate and apartPartner Assault Response -- 12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict victims/partners of the offended provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender"s progressMAPS Program -- for individuals 18 years and older who are currently on probation who may have experienced or are experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge offers one-on-one support with a Peer Support Worker to explore recovery goals and provide connections to community supports and services offers support in attending various appointments such as probation, court, counselling sessionsMindset Anger Management Program -- 8 week anger management program for individuals 18 years and oldYouth ServicesHealthy Youth Preventative Education (HYPE) Program -- for youth 11-25 small group sessions that promote positive healthy relationships and target a wide range of abusive and violent behaviours and addictions among adolescentsYouth Counselling Program -- for youth 11-29 individualized one-on-one support, weekly sessions for youth to discuss issues affecting their lives such as mental health, substance use, bullying, stress relationship conflict and criminal justice involvement counsellor works collaboratively with the youth to enhance their understanding, overcome challenges and meet goals

Adult Addictions

I am a psychotherapist, yoga instructor and mindfulness practitioner providing adults with support, tools, and strategies in these specialized areas: - understanding and managing daily stress, chronic anxiety, and/or depression, - substance-dependency, healthy relationships with substances - managing and understanding feelings that seem too-big or overwhelming, - self-confidence and healthy self-image, - managing through personal crisis or grief, - difficult or confusing transitions in life (changes in employment, family life, finances, death, divorce, illness, etc) A free consultation is your opportunity to explore the possibilities and potential benefits of working together through this personalized and multi-disciplined approach to personal wellness. Consultations are safe, supportive, and confidential.