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An anonymous fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics, separate from Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems

• based on the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions adapted from AA
• nonprofessional, self-supporting, spiritually based, apolitical, and welcoming to all cultures
• focused on sharing experience, hope, strength, and encouragement, and learning effective ways to cope with common problems and challenges

Alateen's are always welcome to attend Al-Anon meetings if there is not an Alateen meeting nearby

A supportive mutual-help environment that encourages people who are concerned about their drinking to take action and cut back or quit drinking before drinking problems become severe

• a behavioral change program and international support group network for people concerned about their drinking and who desire to make positive lifestyle changes
• empowers individuals to accept personal responsibility for choosing and maintaining their own path, whether moderation or abstinence
• promotes early self-recognition of risky drinking behavior
• run by volunteer members who came to the organization to resolve personal issues and stayed to help others

A 12 step recovery group for people whose debts and problems with over or under spending have made their life unmanageable

Reintegration services for all formally incarcerated people seeking supports in areas of housing advocacy, income support, mental health & addictions support, social connections and life skills

• Discharge Planning
• Drop-In Counselling
• Outreach
• Peer Mentorship

Stride: Circle of Support (Stride Nights)

• runs Wed evenings from 4 pm-6 pm
• volunteers and women meet weekly to enjoy a shared activity and meal
• allows women to build informal networks of support that assist them with their reintegration
• registration is not required, all levels of participation welcome

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

Support House's Centre for Innovation in Peer Support provides

• wellness-based, peer-led self-help and social connections programming to community members; and
• support to organizations who have peer staff, through training in peer-support program implementation, capacity-building, evaluation, research, knowledge brokerage, and quality improvement

Peer Support Programs include:

Virtual Self-Help

• to ensure confidentiality and safety of the group, all participants new to the Centre are required to register for Virtual Self-Help groups
• Community Resource and Wellness Series
• Daily Wellness Planning
• Well Being Drop-In
• Navigating Stress & Anxiety
• We Matter

Social Connections

• free, drop-in, virtual social connection opportunities are open to anyone aged 16 and older, no registration or commitment required
• Lit Grit
• Creative Writing
• The Games Room
• The Sharing Circle
• Just Be You (OAK0144)

Peer Support Navigation (one on one)

• offers one-to-one peer support appointments via phone/teleconference

Peer Warm Line (one on one)

• talk, and be heard by someone able to offer supportive listening
• call 289-644-1480, Mon-Fri, 12 noon-5 pm

Peer Supporters & Organizations Supports include:

Provincial Systems Virtual Learning Centre & Resource Hub

• weekly on-line Communities of Practice for Peer Support Worker and one for Peer Support Supervisors, open across Ontario
• guidelines, manuals & toolkits, open to province
• training for peer positions, supervisors, teams and organizations
• support for peer program implementation
• quality improvement & evaluation support
• infrastructure & governance
• influencing policy & decision makers

Offering programs and services to support, nurture and empower children and their families as they learn and grow together

EarlyON Programs

• free programs for parents, caregivers and children, newborn to 6 years of age
• offer interactive play programs where children can engage in age appropriate learning activities that support development
• parents/caregivers interact with their children, attend workshops, learn parenting tips, network with other parents/caregivers and borrow resources from the OPCC resource library
• from story-time to parent time, find free programs and support that will help you learn and explore together

Early Learning at Home

• designed to help keep early learners engaged at home with themes like dinosaurs, cooking and gardening

Enrichment Programs

• helpful parenting advice and support on a variety of topics, including development, sleep, and much more

Outdoor Education Programs

• get up close with nature and discover the many learning opportunities that come alive in the great outdoors

Licensed Programs

• a selection of part-time childcare options
• for more information, see listing OAK2626

Child Programs

• Discovery Station Program
• Licensed Summer Programs
• Forest and Nature Programs
• Ready, Set, School!
• Program Statement
• Quality First
• Selecting Childcare

Family & Parenting Support

• Family Services Coordinator
• Welcome Home (newcomer program)
• Community Services & Resources
• Parenting Programs

OPCC has four(4) permanent locations and a number of community locations throughout Oakville

• 461 North Service Rd W - Main location
• 481 North Service Rd W - Satellite Location (OAK8999)
• Oakwood Public School (OAK0223)
• Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QE Park) (OAK0452)
• community locations (op-cc.ca/locations.html)

For more information on current programs available, and times/locations, visit the website for Program Guide

Other services offered by Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre

• all services are strictly confidential
• can provide support where it is convenient and comfortable (coffee shop, home, hospital or a confidential meeting space can be arranged)
• meetings can be held throughout Halton region
• provide workshops, training, education and raising the awareness about HIV as well as presenting the most recent information about HIV

Support Services

• Individual, family and group counselling for people living with HIV, affected and allies
• Support for people with HIV, affected and allies
• Practical services including transportation for medical appointments
• Food security assistance
• Complementary therapies (accessible in Hamilton)
• Monthly support group
• Linking to local community agencies and resources

Education and Training

• HIV 101 for service providers and institutions in the region
• Harm Reduction
• Agency Overview
• Stigma and discrimination
• Healthy disclosure
• Positive Self-Management Program
• Peer volunteer training

• provide support groups, and peer to peer assistance with finding appropriate resources
• link families to important networks within their communities
• help families access important resources
• does not directly provide mental health services

• breast, lymphoma, myeloma, and metastatic cancer support groups
• family programming * parents' support group * children's support group
• bereavement support group
• pediatric oncology networking and education (PONE)
• peer support is available via telephone * email dawn@wellsping.ca to book an appointment

• visiting post-operative patients
• distributing of ostomy literature to interested parties
• books, brochures, resources and extended guides on a variety of ostomy related topics
• communicate with healthcare providers such as hospitals, surgeons, and ETs about the needs of people living with an ostomy
• support group newsletter (10 issues per year)

• compassion, 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

Offering programs and services to support, nurture and empower children and their families as they learn and grow together

EarlyON Programs

• free programs for parents, caregivers and children, newborn to 6 years of age
• offer interactive play programs where children can engage in age appropriate learning activities that support development
• parents/caregivers interact with their children, attend workshops, learn parenting tips, network with other parents/caregivers and borrow resources from the OPCC resource library
• from story-time to parent time, find free programs and support that will help you learn and explore together

Early Learning at Home

• designed to help keep early learners engaged at home with themes like dinosaurs, cooking and gardening

Enrichment Programs

• helpful parenting advice and support on a variety of topics, including development, sleep, and much more

Outdoor Education Programs

• get up close with nature and discover the many learning opportunities that come alive in the great outdoors

Licensed Programs

• a selection of part-time childcare options
• for more information, see listing OAK2626

Child Programs

• Discovery Station Program
• Licensed Summer Programs
• Forest and Nature Programs
• Ready, Set, School!
• Program Statement
• Quality First
• Selecting Childcare

Family & Parenting Support

• Family Services Coordinator
• Welcome Home (newcomer program)
• Community Services & Resources
• Parenting Programs

OPCC has four(4) permanent locations and a number of community locations throughout Oakville

• 461 North Service Rd W - Main location
• 481 North Service Rd W - Satellite Location (OAK8999)
• Oakwood Public School (OAK0223)
• Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QE Park) (OAK0452)
• community locations (op-cc.ca/locations.html)

For more information on current programs available, and times/locations, visit the website for Program Guide

• client navigation services
  
• tools for coping and wellness
  
• pain resources, physiotherapy resources
• awareness and education including Canadian Medical Education (CME) accredited conferences and colloquiums
  
• one-on-one and peer-to-peer support through innovative partnerships * for Halton Peer Support Chapter, email HaltonChapter@theilcfoundation.org or PeerSupport@theilcfoundation.org
• volunteer opportunities available
• agency cannot provide medical or pharmaceutical advice and does not endorse any one method of treatment for people suffering from chronic pain

Offering programs and services to support, nurture and empower children and their families as they learn and grow together

EarlyON Programs

• free programs for parents, caregivers and children, newborn to 6 years of age
• offer interactive play programs where children can engage in age appropriate learning activities that support development
• parents/caregivers interact with their children, attend workshops, learn parenting tips, network with other parents/caregivers and borrow resources from the OPCC resource library
• from story-time to parent time, find free programs and support that will help you learn and explore together

Early Learning at Home

• designed to help keep early learners engaged at home with themes like dinosaurs, cooking and gardening

Enrichment Programs

• helpful parenting advice and support on a variety of topics, including development, sleep, and much more

Outdoor Education Programs

• get up close with nature and discover the many learning opportunities that come alive in the great outdoors

Licensed Programs

• a selection of part-time childcare options
• for more information, see listing OAK2626

Child Programs

• Discovery Station Program
• Licensed Summer Programs
• Forest and Nature Programs
• Ready, Set, School!
• Program Statement
• Quality First
• Selecting Childcare

Family & Parenting Support

• Family Services Coordinator
• Welcome Home (newcomer program)
• Community Services & Resources
• Parenting Programs

OPCC has four(4) permanent locations and a number of community locations throughout Oakville

• 461 North Service Rd W - Main location
• 481 North Service Rd W - Satellite Location (OAK8999)
• Oakwood Public School (OAK0223)
• Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QE Park) (OAK0452)
• community locations (op-cc.ca/locations.html)

For more information on current programs available, and times/locations, visit the website for Program Guide

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

Immediate Suicide Loss Information and Guidance * Suicide Loss Bereavement Care Specialists answer questions about suicide loss grief, provide information about supportive services, how to help grieving children, teens, or adult family members and friends, or suggest other community support services


Also offer free 6-week Suicide Loss Grief Support Group for teens (14-18 years old) * led by professionals, this group will provide, education, coping skills, and a safe space to share about loss * registration is required by emailing to amanda@Heartache2Hope.com or call 905-599-4673

Grief support and counselling provided by staff and trained peer supporters to adults who have experienced a suicide loss

• 12-week psychoeducational Closed Support Groups * groups are held at the Canadian Mental Health Association Halton Branch office in Oakville
• Suicide Loss Open Group: monthly drop-in group meetings for suicide loss grievers * 4th Monday of each month in Burlington
• one-on-one grief support with trained peer supporters or professional staff
• specialized trauma counselling
• consultations and resources provided to families
• community education and training for professionals and volunteers about suicide loss and traumatic loss

HOPELINE - Immediate Suicide Loss Information and Guidance * Suicide Loss Bereavement Care Specialists answer questions about suicide loss grief, provide information about supportive services, how to help grieving children, teens, or adult family members and friends, or suggest other community support services