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Support Groups

The Mothers of Newborns Program at the YMCA is designed to provide new mothers who have had a child in 2022 with an easy and safe path towards health and wellness while creating a network of support and belonging.Program participants will have access, at no cost, to:• Facilities in both the Cobourg and Brighton Y sites to participate in group fitness, including training equipment and the pool at the Cobourg Y.• Ten hours of Playcentre child care free to the mother to use the Cobourg facility or participate in programming.• Specialty classes designed for mothers and newborns, including Mom and Baby Yoga, Water Baby Bootcamp, Pilates and Strong Bodies for Mom• Additional programs developed through partnerships with Northumberland EarlyON, Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit, La Leche League Northumberland, and Northumberland Hills Hospital, to provide social networking opportunities, resources and support.

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Non-residential substance use treatment program, including assessment, individual and outreach counselling, crisis intervention and referral, harm reduction, educational workshops Harm reduction supplies (Peel Works Needle Exchange program) No emergency servicesFor other YMCA/YSAP locations in the Greater Toronto Area, see separate listings

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Non-residential substance use treatment program, including assessment, individual and outreach counselling, crisis intervention and referral, harm reduction, educational workshops no emergency servicesFor other YMCA/YSAP locations in Toronto and Peel Region, see separate listings

In person crisis services & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Drop-in services, including medical, mental health, employment, housing support and legal services breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack access to laundry, showers hygiene products substance use counselling and harm reduction supplies mental health counselling and crisis intervention visiting nurse housing support services access to telephones, resource computers referral to community partners clothing available (dependent on donations)Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Non-residential substance use treatment program, assessment, individual and outreach counselling, crisis intervention, referral, harm reduction, educational workshops

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Non-residential substance use treatment program, including assessment, individual and outreach counselling, crisis intervention, referral, harm reduction, educational workshops no emergency servicesFor other YMCA/YSAP locations in Greater Toronto Area, see separate listings

Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups

A free program intended for individuals, ages 13-30, who experience mild to moderate anxiety, stress, and low mood learn techniques to help you to effectively cope with stress and anxiety best suited to those for whom anxiety is the primary concern curriculum is based on Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and includes education about mindfulness, mindfulness techniques and self-compassion participants are encouraged to self-select to be part of the program, independent of caregivers or other external support(s) a diagnosis or referral is not necessary in order to participate occurs weekly, for 7 weeks, and each session is 90-120 minutes long includes a free gym membership at the YMCA Oakville to promote the use of physical fitness for mental wellbeing

Youth Addictions

We offer counselling services for youth and young adults ages 14-29, in a supportive environment where youth can receive help and guidance about issues that are important to them.   We address issues such as: * emotional, physical and sexual abuse * homelessness * teenage pregnancy and parenting * drug/alcohol abuse by individual or family member(s) * family or peer relationship concerns * youth who are involved in the Criminal Justice System Support is also provided in the areas of life skills and independence preparation.   We also run a Youth Employment Counselling Centre.

Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Free seven-week mental wellness program delivered online uses Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT) and minfulness techniques to help people ages 13-30 to cope with feelings of stress and anxiety gives young people the chance to connect with others who are experiencing similar thoughts and feelings group is led by trained mental health professionals in a safe supportive environment joint program through a partnership with Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County

Youth Addictions

An education harm reduction program geared towards children and youth ages 8-24 years old. The purpose of the program is to create awareness among children and youth about various choices they can make surrounding gambling activities.   Provides presentations to school groups, youth centres and parents and professionals that work with youth upon request. Can also provide Curriculum Support Packages for teachers to use with students in Grades 3-6, 7-8 & 9-12.

Youth Addictions

The YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP) is a collaboration between the YMCA of Greater Toronto and 18 local YMCAs, consisting of 19 Youth Outreach Workers (YOWs) across Ontario. The program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. Goal: To implement a prevention and education program designed to raise youth awareness with regards to gambling, healthy/active living and making informed decisions. Approach:We do not make value judgments regarding gambling; rather, we see it as an activity that people may or may not engage in. Through harm reduction, we aim to support young people to make healthy decisions about gambling. We Serve: The program addresses the needs of youth ages 8 to 24 and people who influence and work with youth living in the province of Ontario. Services are free.

Youth Addictions

The YMCA Youth Substance Abuse program is designed to help educators who have students with substance use issues.   The program provides Educational Services such as group meetings or presentations about substance use Individual Counselling about substance use problems Peer Mentoring to help youth learn more about the harms about drug use. Services offered through YMCA offices in Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto and Scarborough.

Support Groups

Fear and loneliness are everyday feelings for youth new to Canada; a new country, a new language, new rules, combined with no friends or transportation leaves youth feeling isolated and alone.

Support Groups

Fear and loneliness are everyday feelings for youth new to Canada; a new country, a new language, new rules, combined with no friends or transportation leaves youth feeling isolated and alone.

Support Groups

Family support services including advocacy, care management, Christmas assistance; lunch program, in partnership with Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services supper program computer classes children and youth programs including after school programs, homework help and tutoring, sports, summer camps, March break day camps fathers group child care (see separate listing)Food Bank 2-3 days supply of unprepared, non-perishable food, appointment required (see separate listing)Take-away mealsAlso assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear (see separate listing)Adult ServicesIncludes meal, life skills classes, Bible studiesBridges Adult ProgramChronic poverty initiative includes courses, workshops, mentoring, tutoring, case management and social events health promotion volunteer and employment programs summer social programCounselling servicesProfessional therapy for youth, adults, couples and families unable to afford counselling, by appointment psycho-educational groups on topics such as anger management, anxiety, depression, emotional wellness Christian orientation provided as requestedDrop-in programsIncludes employment services and housing assistanceEmployment servicesIndividual employment and job readiness support for adults and youth, call 416-929-9614 ext 4275 or email ees@ysm.ca for informationMental healthTelephone counselling by appointment, call 416-355-3568 or 416-929-9614 ext 3235Women"s community developmentPrograms include workshops, skills development, computer classesMember of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)