National Directory for Canadian Families

Community Mental Health Centers

Helps Aboriginal children and families who are residing in the Thunder Bay District better access Dilico"s health, mental health, addictions, and child welfare services through a city locationHealth services that can be accessed at this site include: Adult Mental Health Worker Concurrent Disorder Case Manager Diabetes program Health Services Manager Intake and Aftercare workers Primary care Transitional aged service workers Walk-in medical clinic Youth Outreach Workers Youth in transition worker

Youth Addictions

Individual and Couple Psychotherapist, Certified Object Relations Therapist.

Support Groups

Advocacy for refugee claimants in Canada Advocacy for refugees overseas Assistance with refugee claims in Canada Private Sponsorship for refugees overseas Oversees Protection for Refugees Ministry Inland Protection for Refugees Ministry

Adult Mental Health

The Directory of Mental Health and Addiction Services for Ontario"s Older Adults is an initiative of the Older Persons" Mental Health and Addictions Network (OPMHAN), which was initiated in 2002 under the sponsorship of the Ontario Gerontology Association. The Network actively seeks out and invites the participation of service providers, consumers and consumer groups, family caregivers, ethno-cultural groups, educational facilities, research organizations, governments, and associations with an interest or a stake in the mental health and addiction needs of seniors. To date, the Network includes representation from 50 regional and provincial organizations, consumers and family advocacy groups. The mission of this cross-sectoral and interdisciplinary Network is: "To improve the Ontario system of care for older persons in the community at risk of or coping with mental illness and addictions - and to support those who care for and about them." They also have a Directory of Mental Health and Addiction Services for Ontario"s Older Adults. The directory is intended as a resource for those who work with older adults, as well as those older adults wishing to learn more about maintaining mental health and/or seeking treatment for mental illness and addictions, and for family members, caregivers and friends.

Youth Addictions

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is an effective and efficient method of psychological therapy for the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, including Panic Disorder, Social Phobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, OCD and PTSD, in addition for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder. CBT utilizes specific tools and and the teaching of skills to help individuals learn how to control their mood, anxiety, anger, etc...by changing the way they think and behave. CBT has been shown to be as or more effective as medication in the treatment of Anxiety and Depression.

support-groups

Provides an online discussion forum where individuals can ask questions, read about how others are living with and managing mood disorders (bipolar disorder, depression and seasonal affective disorder) and connect with others with shared experiences.

Crisis lines

Distress and Crisis Ontario (DCO) is the provincial networking organization that supports and helps build and sustain the capacity of its member agencies in the continuum of support, referral and mental health services offered to the people of Ontario. At a Distress Centre, individuals can find a listening ear for lonely, depressed, and/or suicidal people, usually 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Many centres also have Suicide Survivor programs, support services for youth, telephone call out programs for seniors and vulnerable people, mental health Crisis Phone Lines, Online Chat services and much more. For a listing of member agencies, click here.ONTX Ontario Online & Text Crisis ServiceHow to Chat* Chat is available on computer, or mobile device from 2 pm-2 am daily* Click Here to access.* Will need to complete a pre-chat survey, agree to terms and conditions of service, and a responder will be available.How to Text* Text is available from mobile phone from 2 pm-2 am daily and is accessed by dialing 258258.* Will need to complete a pre-chat survey, agree to terms and conditions of service, and a responder will be available.

Crisis lines & Support Groups & Crisis lines

COVID19 - Phone support continues * Text service available by texting 258258 * Web Chat service available by going to websiteHelpline telephone service to those in distress volunteers trained in active listening, crisis intervention and suicide prevention techniques emotional support, encourage caller initiative and provide referrals to community resources as necessary confidential service resource and referral information on suicide and related topicsCommunity Contact Call-Out Program and Seniors" Reassurance Call-Out Program (55 and up)

Drugs-Alcohol-Gambling Helplines & Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Offers telephone support services by trained volunteers for those experiencing a crisis situation, mental health issues and substance abuse problems.

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Offers telephone support to those in the community to better cope with crisis, loneliness, and emotional stress.

Crisis lines

Registered charity that supports people in the community to better cope with crisis, loneliness, and emotional stress * provides telephone support on the Distress Line 365 days a yearall services are confidential, anonymous, free and available to all age groupsstaffed by volunteers who receive extensive training including communication, sensitivity, crisis management and active listeningDistress Linelistening, befriending and crisis intervention by telephoneTeleCheck10 minute check-in phone call to provide medication or appointment reminders, and to check on client"s well-beingSpeaking Engagements (on hold until further notice)available to speak with a club, class, or group about the services provided or to teach courses on active listening skillsTraining and Workshops (fee-for-service)safeTALK trainingDistress Line volunteer opportunities available * must meet certain criteria and attend all mandatory training sessions * contact for more information

Crisis lines

Provides a free, confidential, 24-hour distress line. uses trained volunteers assist callers to solve their own problems information and referrals intervene in life-threatening situations extensive pre-service training programs for distress line suicide prevention and intervention workshops communication skills trainingONTX provides emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention through text or instant message for those individual who many not want to receive support face to face or speak over the phone. Text 258258 or visit website to connect by instant message.

Crisis lines & Crisis lines & Support Groups

Distress line confidential telephone listening and crisis intervention service educational services are available to schools and community groups on a variety of topics including suicide prevention and crisis intervention

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Crisis Line Specialist offer assessment, screening support, suicide intervention and choice of connecting with Mental Health Crisis Team. Mental Health Crisis Team includes crisis counsellors, nurses, social workers and may be accompanied by members of the police. The services offers crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, link to community support, advice to family members and follow-up support as needed.

Mental Health Counselling & Mental Health Treatment Services

Crisis Line Specialist offer assessment, screening support, suicide intervention and choice of connecting with Mental Health Crisis Team. Mental Health Crisis Team includes crisis counsellors, nurses, social workers and may be accompanied by members of the police. The services offers crisis intervention, assessment, consultation, link to community support, advice to family members and follow-up support as needed.