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Programs and services include:
Expressive Arts
* offered virtually and in-person on an ongoing basis
Confident Me
* 8-week group that runs virtually and in-person for female-identifying and non-binary youth ages 12-14
Free Being Me
* for female-identifying youth ages 8-11
Virtual Parent Support Group
* bi-monthly drop-in for parents/carers who have a child/youth affected by an eating disorder or have adolescents transitioning to adult care
* facilitated by Peer Support Workers, this group hosts monthly guest speakers
Embrace and Empower
* focuses on the historical and social influences that can impact Queer and/or Trans youth ages 13-17, their body image, body perception, identity and relationship with food
Authentically Me
* 7-week program for female-identifying and non-binary youth ages 15-17 who are interested in building their body image and body acceptance
SibShop
* provides siblings of children/youth affected by eating disorders the opportunity to meet other sibs who share a similar experience in a relaxed, recreational and fun environment
Eating Empowered
* drop-in program provides youth with the opportunity to learn new life skills related to cooking and nutrition and focuses heavily on the importance of honouring your hunger
Access Line 289-266-0036
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Provide an interprofessional approach to the assessment and treatment of children, youth and families in difficulty
Services include:
Crisis Service
* provides immediate outreach for children and youth, their caregivers and community members
Virtual Walk-in Clinic
* provides quick access to therapeutic intervention with a trained therapist or counsellor
* the entire family or individual family members are welcome to attend
Mental Health Services include:
* brief therapy, 3-4 sessions
* group therapy, provides support and treatment that targets specific problems
* therapy, provides assessment and treatment
Trauma Group
* program consists of a trauma group for parents/caregivers, trauma assessments and trauma specific therapy
Intensive Treatment Services include:
* Intensive Counselling Service (ICS): provides a range of intervention and support services to high-need children/youth (aged 6-18) and their families
* live-in treatment at Aberdeen House
Specialized Consultation & Assessment Services include:
* Psychological Services: assessments/consultations are considered for children and youth when there is a concern about learning, developmental, cognitive and/or social emotional functioning
* Autism and Behavioural Services
* Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Services: provide consultation, coaching, education, training and service coordination to families, caregivers & professionals who are supporting individuals (up to age 18 or 21 if registered in school) with suspected or diagnosed FASD
Peer Support
* for both caregivers and youth, focusing on decreasing isolation and creating opportunities for connections with others
Partnership Programs include:
* Halton Coordinated Service Planning: provides children and youth with multiple and/or complex special needs, and their families, with a high level of seamless and family-centred care
* Caroline Families First: uses an evidenced-based wraparound model of care for families who are struggling with mental health needs (referrals are made directly from a physician that is connected to the program)
Prevention Services include:
* Positive Space Network: builds community and creates safer spaces for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 6-24 in Halton Region by creating youth-focused programming and by providing mental health support
* Halton Families for Families: connects, supports and engages with Halton families who are impacted by a child/youth's mental health struggles
* Danielle's Place - Eating Disorder Support and Resource Centre: offers a range of groups for female-identifying and non-binary youth ages 8-16
* Our Community Cares: program works within the community to empower people and to help build skills in adults and children who are at risk for mental health problems
* EarlyON Child and Family Centre Burlington: provides a welcoming and inclusive space for all children ages birth to six years and their families to participate in programs on-site, virtually, and outdoors
See the listings for the Milton Office and Oakville Office for information on programs and services at these locations
Burlington, ON, L7S 0A2 (1km)
A community outreach program, serving residents of Halton
- also known as Hospital without Walls, the program is organized as a mobile interdisciplinary team that provides round-the-clock clinical treatment, rehabilitative, and support services to individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness, in their homes
Services provided by PACT include:
- comprehensive case management with a rehabilitation focus
- crisis assessment and intervention
- symptom assessment and management
- administration and monitoring of medication
- activities of daily living
- social and leisure skills development
- supportive counselling
- education
- consultation
- support to caregivers
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Burlington, ON, L7S 1C5 (1km)
Provides a Full-Continuum Model of Care, planned and designed according to needs of the patients
- provides early detection and early intervention
- removes barriers and the unnecessary challenges for patients and families trying to navigate a complex system
Adult Mental Health Programs & Services:
- General Psychiatrist Consultation Clinic
- Short-term treatment
- Intensive Case Management
- Medication Clinic
Youth & Adolescent Mental Health Programs & Services
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatric (CAP) Program
- Youth Early Intervention (YEI) Program
Innovative Programs and Services
- Prioritizing Health Through Acute Stabilization and Translation (PHAST)
- Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT)
Major services:
- Instructional Remediation: one-on-one tutoring in reading/writing or math during the school year
- Reading Rocks: an 8-week one-on-one literacy program for children 6-12
- assistive technology
- transition skills workshops for pre-teen and high school aged students
- typing skills program
- parent workshops and lectures, advocacy training and support
- ongoing parent support through resource facilitation and in-school support as needed
- on-site loaning library - books, videos and resource materials
- community education through annual Conference held each spring
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Office: Information and intake 905-847-6547 ext 0; (collect calls accepted)
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Burlington, ON, L7R 3N2 (3km)
ADAPT has partnered with numerous local mental health and community agencies to bring a variety of special programs to those experiencing concurrent disorders
The Health & Hope Partnership
- offers individual, group, and family programs to individuals experiencing any combination of substance misuse, gambling and other mental health issues
The Phoenix Program
- Early Intervention Service for Psychosis, a clinical partnership between Joseph Brant Hospital, Halton Healthcare Services, North Halton Mental Health Clinic, Halton ADAPT and the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario
- provides comprehensive clinical services for individuals in their first episode of psychosis
- eligible to individuals between the ages of 14 and 35 yrs who are experiencing symptoms of psychosis and who have received no previous treatment (or less than 6 months of treatment) for psychosis, and who live in the Region of Halton
Halton Geriatric Mental Health Outreach Program
- assists older individuals with mental health issues, and those who may have substance abuse concerns which require clinical services outside of an office setting
- please call Kate Rizzuto, 289-259-1269
Prioritizing Health through Acute Stabilization and Transition (PHAST) Partnership - Burlington
- a partnership between Joseph Brant Hospital, Halton ADAPT, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Halton Region Branch, Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK), and the Burlington Family Health Team (BFHT)
- provides rapid assessment and treatment services to patients aged 16 and older during a mental health crisis, and provides options for ongoing community based care (through ADAPT, CMHA, ROCK and the BFHT)
If you are unsure of which program is right for you, phone ADAPT's general intake line at 905-639-6537, ext. 0
Office: Information and intake 905-847-6547 ext 0; (collect calls accepted)
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Burlington, ON, L7R 3N2 (3km)
ADAPT offers a variety of Community Justice programs to youth and adults, providing assessment, counselling and case management services, assistance can also be provided to the family or caregivers
Extra-Judicial Programming (EJM and EJS) (ages 12-17)
- Extrajudicial Sanctions (EJS) is a program that gives young people an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks, after being charged with an offence
- Extrajudicial Measures (EJM) is a program that gives young people, who are willing to participate, an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks (option available to police instead of laying a formal charge)
- involvement with ADAPT may be one of the tasks assigned as part of the EJS/EJM contract
Youth Justice Program
- provides screenings, assessment and counselling services to young people involved with Halton Youth Justice Services who are experiencing issues related to drug and /or alcohol use
- referrals are initiated by Halton Youth Justice Services
- support is also provided to family members of the young person
Probation and Parole Program
- provides alcohol/drug use and problem gambling assessments for probation and parole clients as required by a court order and/or parole certificate
- these screenings, in conjunction with the Probation and Parole Officer, determine the level of service required to meet the counselling condition of the order
- services include group and individual counselling and referrals to community programs/services tailored to the needs of the individual
Drug Court Program
- the Halton Drug Treatment Court (HDTC) is a judicially-supervised drug treatment and rehabilitation program for offenders whose criminal conduct is motivated by drug addiction
- expected to take 9 to 12 months to complete
- participation is voluntary and includes an application and screening process by the Federal Crown Attorney's office and the Court Liaison worker
- once accepted, ADAPT is the lead provider to address the substance addiction and the individual is assigned an addiction worker
Safe Beds
- a short-term residential bed program (Mental Health & Justice Beds) providing individuals living with mental illness, and recent or current involvement with the criminal justice system, with a 30-day stay with onsite 24-hour supports to assist in resolving the current crisis and creating strategies for long-term interventions
- referrals are made by Halton Regional Police and admission to the program is based on a screening with Safe Beds program staff
- Canadian Metal Health Association (CMHA), Supportive Housing Halton (SHH) and ADAPT work in collaboration to provide individuals with a service delivery model that is comprehensive
- if the individual is in need of addiction services, the ADAPT Safe Beds Addiction Worker will be assigned to provide services
Burlington, ON, L7R 3N2 (3km)
Trained counsellors provide ongoing support to clients of all ages who are struggling with any of the following:
- gambling-related issues
- gaming
- excessive internet use
- shopping
- hyper-sexuality
Support services begin with a comprehensive assessment to explore the effect the problem area has on all aspects of one's life, followed by an individualized treatment plan, developed by the counsellor and the client
- gambling addiction treatment plan may include individual, group, couples/family counselling, as well as referrals to day treatments, residential treatments, or utilization of other community resources
- counselling services are also available to the significant others and family members affected by the problem behaviour of a loved one, regardless of whether or not the loved one is a client of ADAPT services
Problem Gambling Intensive Day Treatment Program
- offers a no-cost, 5-day intensive treatment program focused on gambling-specific issues
- through education and support, strive to assist clients in building a successful foundation for healthy, long-term lifestyle changes
- program is accessible at several locations in Ontario and runs Mon to Fri, 9:30 am-3:30 pm
- topics covered include: education about problem gambling and how it can become addictive, exploring thoughts that maintain problem gambling, coping with emotions, developing behaviours that support change, and relapse prevention
- for inquiries or referrals please contact the Problem Gambling Day Treatment Program at: 1-866-783-7073 or 905-691-2687
* 128 bed facility consisting of one main building, an apartment complex and one house
* independent and intermediate care floors
* open plan lounges with separate dining room
* ensuite bathrooms designed for maximum safety and independence
* electronic staff-call system
* nurse monitored and secure medication administration
* weekly visits by doctors
Special services available include:
* case management
* Special Care Unit features unique unit design that offers an enhanced level of care, an enclosed courtyard and a dining area
* weekly psychiatric clinic
* medication compliance support
* independent laundry facility
* life skills programs including money management
* social recreation in-house and linking client to community resources
Group Therapy: Treatment and Counselling
Focus is to improve a child/youth's self-esteem and emotional regulation by helping them understand the feelings they are experiencing and developing effective coping strategies; enhances a child/youth's social competences by increasing their awareness of the social cues around them and perspective taking
- locations: Halton Hills, Oakville, Milton and Burlington
- children/youth attend once a week, 4 pm-6:30 pm
- possible diagnosis/query: ADHD, ADD, Anxiety, OCD, LD, Depression
In addition to this program, parent/caregivers are encouraged to attend the Family Support Program which offers support and skills building including information and strategies to work with their child's social/emotional and behavioural challenges; and effective ways of connecting with the school system
Group Therapy: School-Focused Treatment and Counselling
For clients/youth between Grade 1 and Grade 8 who are experiencing significant and pervasive emotional, social or behavioural needs that are impacting the school setting despite in-school supports
- locations: Halton Hills, Milton and Burlington
- children/youth attend once a week, 12 noon-2:30 pm
- possible diagnosis/query: ADHD, ADD, Anxiety, OCD, LD, Depression
The program requires partnership and collaboration with the school and the family starting at the referral level and throughout treatment. Parents/Caregivers participate in Family Support Group and individual meetings with Child Youth Family Counsellor
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The Halton-based program is primarily an outreach service to seniors in a community setting or seniors residing in a long term care home
- also staffed with a seniors concurrent disorder worker through a local partnership with Halton Alcohol Drug and Gambling Assessment Prevention and Treatment Services
- provide education, training, and consultative support to staff at long term care homes and community agencies
Office: 416-422-5644
Peer Support: 1-877-422-1112 x818
Regional Services: 1-877-422-1112 x816
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Weekly meetings offer motivational support with a restorative justice approach.
Services include:
- personal care
- meals
- light housekeeping
- transportation to medical appointments
- social and recreational activities
- Medical Grade Pregnancy Tests
- Pregnancy Options Support
- Point-of-care Ultrasound
- STI Testing & Treatment
- Pregnancy + Beyond Support
- Post Abortion Support
- Abortion Support
- Resources & Referrals
- Male Mentoring
- Community Referrals
- Sexual Health and Relationship Education (S.H.A.R.E) for teens, students & teachers
- Baby Boutique - Free Maternity and Baby Clothes (NB - 2T)
Provides support and guidance to anyone struggling with body image issues, disordered eating and eating disorders. Services include: support groups, educational workshops, gentle yoga, support for families and friends, meditation and individual psychotherapy. Also provides an e-classroom where individuals enrolled in the treatment programs or workshops can access, download, and print materials.
Programs include:
- Airbourne Video Productions
- Caledonia Thrift Store
- Chaplaincy Services
- D.A.R.E. and Learning for Life
- Residential Supports
- STRIVE
- Paparella Innovative Art program
Services include:
- personal care
- meals
- light housekeeping
- transportation to medical appointments
- social and recreational activities
Office: 905-528-0683
Crisis: 905-972-8338
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Emergency or crisis services not provided. For access to emergency or crisis services, contact COAST Hamilton or ConnexOntario.
