National Directory for Canadian Families

Community Mental Health Centers

Case Management direct service including counselling advocacy escort to appointments help to navigate different systems, such as housing, legal, health care help with application for ODSP, connecting to housing workers, finding a doctor referrals for case management through The Access Point (see separate entry)Counselling using different therapeutic methods, such as Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Solution Focussed, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), NarrativeCrisis Outreach Services for Seniors (COSS), 416-217-2077 on-call mobile crisis service for adults 65 years and older, with addictions or mental health challenges partners include LOFT Community Services, Haven Toronto, and South Riverdale Community Health Centre; see Toronto Seniors Helpline listing for detailsWork Initiative Network (WIN) community based program that helps adults experiencing mental health issues find paid employment

Support Groups

Newcomer Settlement services settlement support orientation to Canada supportive counselling help with selected documentation including permanent resident card renewal information and referral newcomer workshops online and in person workshopsNewcomer Youth Settlement -- for youth 13-24 years friendship and emotional support individual support homework club computer camp sports club and social and recreational activities orientation to postsecondary education job search support support for at-risk newcomer youthCommunity Connections Program mentorship for Internationally Trained Professionals -- one-on-one or online program matches internationally trained professionals with a mentor from a similar profession for cultural and professional orientation and English tutoring group activities for newcomers and refugees to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development Chinese Workers NetworkParticipates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry ; childminding for children while parents attend classes ; tablet lending for online classesBridging Program for Internationally Trained Professionals -- sector specific language training in finance and accounting, office administration and customer service individual counselling action plan development paid and unpaid job placements mentoring and networking resume and interview preparation business communication, Canadian work environment, business writing and presentation skills on-going support children programming and TTC fare available to qualifying participantsseasonal income tax clinic -- open to allVolunteer Services -- many volunteer opportunities for all including newcomers to CanadaSome programs and services provided at other sites

Youth Addictions

As a Schedule 1 Psychiatric Facility with 19 adult care beds, we offer a wide range of in and outpatient services to residents of Oxford County, which include Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and surrounding area. The team, including psychiatrists, family physicians, skilled nurses and social workers assess, diagnose and develop a treatment plan with clients. The goal of treatment is to maximize mental health functioning as well as to encourage the utilization of healthy coping skills in their home environment. If hospitalization is required,strong physician relationships, outpatient programs and community links facilitate a smooth transition to home upon discharge from hospital.

Support Groups

Life Groups: 10-13 week courses groups meet once a week includes discussion, DVD, practical instruction, prayer, reflection and encouragement, from a basic Christian perspective, in a caring and supportive atmosphere led by facilitators with life experiences sympathetic to their courses, who, although non-professionals, are equipped to teach, guide and lead to personal, and spiritual growth and healingCelebrate Recovery: Christ-centred, purpose-driven recovery program grounded in the teachings of the Beatitudes 12 steps and their biblical comparisons are presented as steps toward overcoming "hurts, habits, and hang-ups" group offered year-roundDivorceCare: Journey of Hope for persons experiencing divorce topics dealt with include: the road to healing, anger, loneliness, facing depression, kids, finances, forgiveness, and moreAnger, Taming Your Wild Side: anger management finding and dealing with root causes of anger and learning healthy ways to handle and communicate emotionsBoundaries: explores the topics of boundaries and limits, and shows people how to set healthy boundaries with their parents, spouse, children, friends, co-workers and even themselvesH.O.P.E.: Helping Others Persevere Everyday: recovery and healing from abuse course uses Jan Frank"s "The Door of Hope" as a vehicle driving recovery; taking past experiences meant to harm and turning them to good

Community Mental Health Centers & In person crisis services & Support Groups & Community Mental Health Centers & Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups

Programs directed to children and adolescents experiencing social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. These age-specific programs include office-based individual and family counselling, group therapy, suicide prevention, day treatment, and intensive services Office-based counselling provides support to families whose children and youth struggle with mental health concerns, school difficulties, family conflict, divorce, trauma, grief, addictions, behavioural concerns, suicide concerns, suicidal ideation, and general counselling Intensive Services are directed toward families of children (0-18 years) * This program offers counselling and support, parenting strategies, consultation, and support to schools, parenting groups, and children"s programs Tele-Mental Health provides Program Consultations, an Educational Component, and Direct Consultations with Child Psychiatrists throughout Ontario using video conferencing

Youth Addictions

Treatment services for children, youth and their families, experiencing social, emotional, psychological and/or psychiatric difficulties.

Support Groups

Provides support to caregivers who are supporting someone who is seriously ill. It is an opportunity to meet with others who share similar feelings and situations. Come and talk/listen while enjoying a cup of hot tea.

Community Mental Health Centers

Education and employment opportunities through social enterprise and pre-employment training programs * operates Out of this World Café, Parkdale Green Thumb Enterprises, Raging Spoon Catering, College Street Catering and Grassroots Research * pre-employment training programs, including Food and Horticulture Training, Relief Worker Training (shelters and drop-ins) * Voices from the Street public speakers available on a variety of issues

Support Groups

Neighbourhood multiservice centre cross cultural focus employment partnerships computer lab with Internet community kitchen rental co-working space and rental space for community and resident groups partnered programs with numerous other organizations including Public HealthAction for Neighbourhood Change, Victoria Village -- community development initiativeHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) -- in-home school readiness program for low income newcomer familiesSettlement Program, formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program information and referral, orientation, interpretation counselling, documentation, social assistance applications information and workshopsConnector Co-Working Space -- newly built co-working space open to all with a focus on newcomers and youthWomen"s Support services -- counselling and support groups availableVictoria Park Hub lead agencyOther services provided by partner agencies including, Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture, Community Living Toronto, Family Service Toronto, Sesheme Foundation, East Toronto Chinese Baptist Church and Springboard

Support Groups

Settlement services -- information and referral, orientation, interpretation, counselling, form-filling including documentation or social assistance applications counselling and support groups for assaulted women and their families workshopsHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY), 647-346-3700 ext 322 -- in-home school readiness program for low income families

Support Groups

Settlement services -- information and referral, orientation, interpretation, counselling, documentation, social assistance applicationsWomen"s Support Services -- counselling and support groups for assaulted women, workshopsLINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto, child minding provided -- see separate entryESL/introduction to computersCommunity Development and Engagement Programs conversational English computer training for seniors recreation and fitness

Support Groups

Settlement services one on one information and referral, orientation counselling documentation social assistance applications interpretation information sessions and workshopsWomen support groups counselling and support groups for assaulted women Spanish-speaking seniors club Portuguese-speaking seniors group groups for Portuguese-speaking, Spanish-speaking and Mandarin-speaking women wellness and fitness program advocacy and public education community developmentHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) -- in-home school readiness program for low income families, serving Jane and Finch, Malvern, Thorncliffe and Toronto WestTutoring program -- for students of Portuguese or Spanish-speaking heritageLive in Care Giver support program -- individual support, employment and employer related issues, employment training opportunitiesCommunity engagement -- community led activities, volunteering, leadership development for youth, women and seniors

Support Groups

Programs to honour and support Canada"s ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans, First Responders and their familiesAnimal Assisted Therapy for PTSD PTSD Service Dog Program Couples Based PTSD Equine TherapyFirst Responders Assist Program virtual and in-person (through partnership with Ontario Shores) prevention and treatment services in the form of individual and couples-based trauma therapy, immediate crisis support, resiliency training, and cognitive behavioural and processing therapiesGroup Therapy: Individuals and Couples Trauma Resiliency Program COPE (Couples Overcoming PTSD Everyday)Resiliency Training and Respite Care BOS (Before Operational Stress) Program Tribute to Your Service EventsWarrior Kids Virtual Program support up to fifteen kids divided into age groups ranging from 9-12 years and 13-16years clinically facilitated, one hour sessions for six weeks to support the development of healthy peer connections and normalize their experiences around a parental mental health injuryResearch and Education Post Secondary Scholarship Doctoral ScholarshipSkills Transition Prince"s Operation VTECS Program (Veteran Trainers to Eradicate the use of Child Soldiers)

Crisis lines

Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence and suicide Coordinates emergency response plans through the area Resource Team as part of Shibogama Tribal Council Offers immediate on site or telephone assistance Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutionsAlso coordinates: Crisis plan to follow in response to suicide intervention, domestic violence intervention and any other form of crisis situations that may arise in community Information sessions and workshops on techniques for healing strategiesSupport ServicesSupports can include but are not limited to: Debriefing and stabilization following crisis situation Advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies Meal preparation, transportation, homemaking and other areas requiring support for families in crisis situations such as the suicide of a youth Information about/referrals to appropriate resources and services

Support Groups & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon requestPrevention Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of problematic alcohol, drug use and gambling Holds educational sessions in schools Coordinates cultural and spiritual eventsIntervention Facilitates recreational activities and social events Provides individual and group discussions Offers cultural and spiritual gatheringsAftercare ServicesProvides the following services aimed at preventing problematic alcohol and drug use problems from reoccurring: Counselling, sharing circles and support groups Regular phone calls and home visits Referrals to band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance