National Directory for Canadian Families

Support Groups

COVID19 Masks optional at indoor programs for adults and children 2 years and older Early years and family support, including in-person programming and pre-recorded online videos; local lead agency for EarlyON Child and Family Centre, call 416-532-9485 ext 221 for information; visit website for online calendarPlay and Learn Family Drop-inInteractive parent and child activities, including early literacy, arts and crafts, and math and science activitiesPrograms for children, parents and caregiversActivities include reading, rhyme and song circle, school readiness and family literacy, nutrition program and drop-in information and referral on child care, child development, health and social services support for parents/caregivers of children with special needs resource library child care registry

Support Groups

COVID19 Masks optional at indoor programs for adults and children 2 years and olderEarly years and family support, including in-person programming and pre-recorded online videos; local lead agency for EarlyON Child and Family Centre, call 416-532-9485 ext 221 for information; visit website for online calendarPlay and Learn Family Drop-inInteractive parent and child activities, including early literacy, arts and crafts, and math and science activitiesPrograms for children, parents and caregiversActivities include reading, rhyme and song circle, school readiness and family literacy, nutrition program and drop-in information and referral on child care, child development, health and social services support for parents of children with special needs resource library child care registry

In person crisis services

The Response Team is comprised of a Mental Health Crisis Worker/Clinician and specially trained officers who respond to referrals from the community for individuals who may be experiencing a mental health or psychosocial crisis. Comprehensive mental health assessment is conducted and linkages to appropriate community resources and supports are initiated.

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID-19 ResponseOutpatient Mental Health Services have returned to in-person therapy. They will continue to offer telephone therapy where requested. PPE is required for in-person appointments. Group therapy remains virtual.Regular ServiceOutpatient Mental Health provides mental health care for individuals experiencing moderate to severe mental illness.Provides out patient psychiatric consultation with diagnosis of acute mood or thought disorder, treatment of brain disease, and neuro-degenerative disease (dementia) with coordinated case management.Referral and support of the physician is indicated for this patient population due to the presence of medical illnesses and other complex needs of the individual.The clinic provides: connections with community services, support and education to caregivers providing and monitoring care for someone in their charge specializations include dementia intensive case management to solve problems or develop skills needed for long term psychiatric support required to sustain community function homelessness program for clinic patients who meet eligibility requirements of illness, risk and need support and education on a variety of mental health topics psychiatric consultation for diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendation with physician referral Mental Health Crisis Services are available 8 am-8 pm 7 days a week at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Emergency Department. Please present to the emergency department. Mental Health Response Unit is a mobile crisis service working in partnership with the OPP to provide service in the community Monday to Thursday 8 am-6 pm. Call the OPP dispatch number at 310-1122 . All appointments and services are arranged through the Collingwood office.

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID-19 ResponseOutpatient Mental Health Services have returned to in-person therapy. They will continue to offer telephone therapy where requested. PPE is required for in-person appointments. Group therapy remains virtual.Regular ServiceOutpatient Mental Health provides mental health care for individuals experiencing moderate to severe mental illness.Provides out patient psychiatric consultation with diagnosis of acute mood or thought disorder, treatment of brain disease, and neuro-degenerative disease (dementia) with coordinated case management.Referral and support of the physician is indicated for this patient population due to the presence of medical illnesses and other complex needs of the individual.The clinic provides: connections with community services, support and education to caregivers providing and monitoring care for someone in their charge specializations include dementia intensive case management to solve problems or develop skills needed for long term psychiatric support required to sustain community function homelessness program for clinic patients who meet eligibility requirements of illness, risk and need support and education on a variety of mental health topics psychiatric consultation for diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendation with physician referral Mental Health Crisis Services are available 8 am-8 pm 7 days a week at the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Emergency Department. Please present to the emergency department. Mental Health Response Unit is a mobile crisis service working in partnership with the OPP to provide service in the community Monday to Thursday 8 am-6 pm. Call the OPP dispatch number at 310-1122 . All appointments and services are arranged through the Collingwood office.

Youth Addictions

Welcome, I have been working with individuals dealing with trauma, stress/anxiety, depression, substance use, gambling/gaming, life transitions, and relationship issues for over 17 years. After a thorough assessment we will focus on the strengths you have to meet your challenges head on, overcome blocks, and ultimately turn your stressors into opportunities for growth. Special Services During Pandemics (e.g. COVID/Corona), Disasters and Related Emergencies Due to COVID-19 all of my sessions are held over a secure video platform.

Support groups

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Support Groups

Peer group support and information sharing for colorectal cancer patients, their family, friends and caregivers

Support Groups

A patient-based organization that understands the needs of those diagnosed with colorectal cancer and their familiescompassion, knowledge and understanding are offered through support groups across the country, connecting patients, survivors, and caregivers comprised of volunteers, members, and management led by a board of directors a medical advisory board of professionals in the field of colorectal cancer provides counsel to the association to ensure members are kept abreast of the latest medical advances in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Offers anonymous text-based peer support for mental health with trained volunteers. Provides ongoing support.

Youth Addictions

Columbus House (Pembroke) Inc. provides young individuals as well as young parents with various services. The Young Parent Support Program (YPSP) offers young parents the opportunity to complete their schooling through our Day Program. We also offer a Residential Program for those who would benefit from a structured setting and we offer a Children"s Mental Health program designed to help adolescents with mental health and drug-use issues.   This contact will connect you with the boy"s residence.

Support Groups

This an online Support group for parents whose children may have developmental or physical disabilities, mental health issues, learning or speech difficulties, ADHD * once a year we run a "Mom"s Getaway Weekend" at Stevenson Camp near Dorchester.

Community Mental Health Centers & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Addiction Program - assessment and outpatient counselling for people of all ages experiencing issues with alcohol, drug use and gambling. Mental health and peer support also available. Assistance is available to family and friends. Additionally, counsellors are available through the guidance offices of high schools. Community education is a major component of this program Adult Mental Health Program - community-based, client-focused services to adults with mental illnesses or with concurrent disorders (mental illness and addictions) including assessment, consultation, treatment, education, support, and advocacy. It is an interdisciplinary staff (physicians, nurses, social workers, with support from addiction counsellors and peer support as required) Specialized Geriatric Services - provides non-emergency clinical assessment, consultation, treatment and education to older adults, their families, and service providers who are, or know of, someone who is experiencing mental health issues combined with age-related difficulties

Community Mental Health Centers

Member-driven community program supporting people living with a mental illness, mental health challenge and/or addiction. Program supports recovery, providing peer support, education, social/recreation and advocacy Programs include: individual and group peer support recreation programs, outings, events casual and organized social opportunities member education and training opportunities self-awareness and development activities healthy lifestyle programs art and creative opportunities

Community Mental Health Centers & In person crisis services & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Agency head office Services include: Peer Support Program (Achieve: mental health and wellness recovery centre) Addiction Program - assessment and outpatient counselling for people of all ages experiencing issues with alcohol, drug use and gambling. Mental health and peer support also available. Assistance is available to family and friends. Additionally, counsellors are available through the guidance offices of high schools. Community education is a major component of this program Adult Mental Health Program - community-based, client-focused services to adults with mental illnesses or with concurrent disorders (mental illness and addictions) including assessment, consultation, treatment, education, support, and advocacy. It is an interdisciplinary staff (physicians, nurses, social workers, with support from addiction counsellors and peer support as required) Telemedicine Services - provides non-emergency community-based services for adults 16 years or older with mental illness and/or addiction issues. The service uses video cameras and monitors to connect clients to specialists who live elsewhere for a one-time consult, increasing access to specialized care using videoconferencing technology Crisis Assessment and Support Team (CAST) - mental health crisis support telephone line staffed by experienced mental health professionals. Provides face-to-face assessments and short-term follow-up crisis counselling. Response time to clients is expected to be within 24 hours Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team (MCRRT) - program partners a uniformed OPP officer with an experienced mental health professional to respond as first responders to calls through 911 Specialized Geriatric Services - provides non-emergency clinical assessment, consultation, treatment and education to older adults, their families, and service providers who are, or know of, someone who is experiencing mental health issues combined with age-related difficulties Addiction Mobile Outreach Team - provides support to individuals living with substane use concerns, problem gambling or concurrent disorders through engagement, assessment and prevention through education Mobile Mental Health and Addictions Clinic