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COVID-19 Response Due to COVID-19 and the size of the area covered, in-person meetings are suspended until further notice. Meetings will be held on Zoom for the foreseeable future. Email for log-in information. Regular ServiceConfidential organization provides support to members of the LGBT community, their families and friends, around issues of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Support Groups

Education, programs and support to people living with arthritisArthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program:Community-based rehabilitation program. Physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers available. Individual consultation and group education sessions.Topics may include:• dealing with pain• arthritis medications• exercises to reduce stiffness, increase strength and improve fitness• new ways to be active and minimize stress on joints• coping with the emotional impact of arthritis• self-management strategiesSupport and Self-Management Programs:Online self-management courses - E-learning programs including: mental health and well-being; arthritis and work; managing chronic pain; navigating your healthcare; overcoming fatigue; eating well; staying active; daily living; medical cannabis and arthritisSupport for Childhood Arthritis:Resources for families living with childhood arthritisFlourish:Online health and wellness advice, self-management tips, inspirational storiesMedication Reference Guide:The medication guide is designed to help make informed decisions about arthritis treatment plans and enables individuals to ask their health care team questions around available medications.Arthritis Talks Series:This cross-Canada webinar series provides the latest guidance direct from arthritis experts, helping individuals get more out of life with arthritisAbout Arthritis:Arthritis Types -individuals can learn more about their particular form of arthritis from this helpful guideArthritis Society Resources:Find a full list of online and printable resources and tools on this siteOsteoarthritis (OA) Exercise Videos:Individuals can stay active at home with these videos on an Introduction to Exercise for OA, Exercises for Hip & Knee OA, and Exercises for Shoulder OA

Community Mental Health Centers

Provides housing and support to adults with serious mental illnesses and addictions. Services include apartment and outreach programs, rent-geared to income residential programs and various group service programs with a focus on decreasing social isolation and promoting strengths and skill development.Apartment Program - rent subsidies and outreach support for people living with a serious mental illness, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and who need and can benefit from housing and outreach support services provides subsidized rent for nearly 100 apartments in Owen Sound and other areas throughout Grey-Bruce (the number of available apartment units in each community varies over time so all inquiries for program are best directed to the central office) leases the units from private sector landlords and then sublets them to program recipients rent for the apartments does not exceed the Ontario Disability Support Program or Ontario Works maximum shelter allowance (unless an individual is working and then the apartment is based on their income) water, hydro and heat are included in the rental amount provides recipients with one-to-one outreach support in addition to the subsidized rental apartments program staff provide supportive counselling, mental health assessment, practical assistance with activities of daily living and skills teaching to assist clients in their recovery and in developing further skills as determined by the clientOutreach Support - one-to-one support for adults living with serious mental illness, including: supportive counselling practical assistance with activities of daily living and skills teaching for independent living assistance in finding and keeping suitable, affordable housing social and health related advocacy and social connection support is variable in frequency and geared to client need. Clients reside in various settings in the community, including individual apartments services are delivered by Outreach Workers across Grey and Bruce CountiesResidential Programs - two sites provide independent skill teaching and goal setting for adults living with a serious mental illness staff provide practical assistance, one-to-one support and skills teaching to assist residents in their recovery, in developing skills for independent living and improving self sufficiency clients learn to manage their medication, increase their independently, to live cooperatively and to manage household responsibilities Brooke House in Owen Sound provides affordable housing and staff support 7 days a week (but not overnight) for eight adults. All residents have individual bedrooms and shared common areas Frank Street home in Wiarton provides affordable housing and staff support 7 days per week (but not overnight) for 10 adults. All residents have individual bedrooms and shared common areas Community Homes for Opportunity - there are three homes that are located in Meaford, Hanover and Owen Sound, providing skill teaching and development, goal setting and outreach services for adults living with a serious mental illness and/or addiction CMHA GB staff, working in partnership with the homeowners and their staff, provide practical assistance, one-to-one support and skills teaching to assist residents in their recovery, in developing skills for independent living and improving self sufficiency staff are on site 7 days a week

Youth Addictions

Psychologist in private practice providing assessment and treatment for infants, children, teens and their families for developmental difficulties including autistic spectrum disorders, learning problems and FASD; trauma and attachment concerns; fostering and adoption; sexual behaviours; emotional and behavioural difficulties; parenting, coping with separation and divorce; coping with health problems and chronic illness.

Adult Addictions

Individual and couples counselling/psychotherapy serving east Ottawa and Orleans.

Support Groups

COVID-19 Response Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, all programs will be held virtually until further notice. Regular ServiceProvides support, public and professional education, and promotes research to find a cause and cure for Alzheimer disease. Services include: Resource library Early stage support group Speaker program to community agencies and interested groups Family support/self-help groups to ensure caregivers that they are not alone Advanced care planning Memory Café - Support group for people with dementia. Meets twice monthly to discuss latest news and offer support to each other. Contact office for details and to join. Active Living - Combines mental and social stimulation for individuals with early to mid-stage Alzheimer"s disease and other dementias and their care partners. This program is run once a week and offers a great environment to establish new friendships with others who are living with similar experiences. Contact the office for details and to join. Minds in Motion - A community-based social program that incorporates physical activity and mental stimulation for people with early to mid-stage signs of Alzheimer"s disease or other dementias and their care partners. Contact office for details and to join. First Link Early intervention program - see separate listing for details. MedicAlert Safely Home program - see separate listing for details.