Searching for Pregnancy / Postnatal

• services are confidential
• free pregnancy testing
• alternatives to abortion
• practical assistance to mothers whenever possible which can include food, clothing, furniture, and other infant supplies
• support and educate people regarding issues of sexual conduct, pregnancy, parenting and other life skills

• Christian ministry staffed by trained volunteers that provides support to individuals and families affected by pregnancy
• confidential

• emergency services
• supported by family practitioners, dentists and specialists
• internal/family medicine
• general surgical
• cardiology, pathology, radiology
• anaesthesia, urology, gynaecology
• orthopaedics, plastics, ophthalmology, dentistry
• active volunteer group
• lay pastoral visitors, chaplain and spiritual services program

• layettes for new mothers and babies
• public education and speaking engagements

• supportive counselling for young mothers and fathers
• attachment-focused framework, counsellors support young parents to build on strengths and reduce their risks ensuring optimal outcomes for their children and healthy families
• advocacy and referral supports also available

• in cooperation with Durham Public Health Department

• in collaboration with Durham Catholic District School Board
• core academic courses in a child friendly environment
• support with re-entry into mainstream education system

• attachment focus which promotes positive infant mental health
• specific to individual needs and challenges of young families

• for parents and children with field trips in the community and special events
• Christmas Party, Mother's Day event
• special workshops and seminars scheduled as needeed

• for prenatal clients up to 28 days postpartum
• offered virtually

• weekly drop in groups, mother to mother breastfeeding support, with public health nurse(s) available

• free prenatal classes for young expectant parents under 23 years of age

• peer support group intended for pregnant women who are experiencing a mood disorder and new mothers who are having difficulty with postpartum adjustment and are experiencing symptoms of PMD
• group is facilitated by a Public Health Nurse

• health
• parenting issues
• information on community resources
• family health
• pregnancy, prenatal care
• breastfeeding support
• infant and child development
• parenting questions

• may be offered to families needing support as part of the Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program
• call the Durham Health Connection Line for details

• monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
• monthly drug benefit card
• income tax clinic

• may include dentures, emergency dental services
• eyeglasses
• special diet allowance
• health care supplies
• medical transportation funds
• prosthetic devices
• funerals and burials
• programs may vary by City or Municipality

• volunteer placements
• job search programs based on individual's skills, experience and circumstances
• employment placement, job matching service
• job skills training - development of skills for specific jobs
• on-the-job training
• supports to self-employment, referrals to self-employment programs
• basic education, basic adult upgrading
• high school upgrading
• English as a Second Language (ESL) classes
• literacy and basic skills

• clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children

• walk-in job search centre
• access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone
• resource materials
• job banks
• labour market information
• assistance with resumes
• referrals to job counselling and training

• covers costs related to starting a job or work placement
• families with children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children

• help young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment

• available Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm and Sat, Sun noon-5 pm
• automated information and payment details, payment history, file status
• information and announcements about Ontario Works
• service not available to TTY users

• to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance

• Emergency care
• The Shoulder Centre
• Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery
• Women's and Children's Health
• Critical Care
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Outpatient Mental Health Services
• Cardiac Care
• Diabetes Education
• Laboratory Services

• curriculum developed specifically to meet the needs of girls
• programs are delivered by professionally trained facilitators, with measurable objectives and outcomes
• programs delivered through weekly workshops, summer camps, PA Day programs, March Break camps, after-school drop-in programs and in-school classes

• Medicine, Emergency, Surgical Services
• Outpatient Clinics
• Ambulatory Rehabilitation Centre
• New Life Centre (Maternal/Child Program)
• Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Laboratory
• Diagnostic Imaging, Ultrasound
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Diabetes Education
• Social Work
• Palliative Care
• Mental Health
• Spiritual Services
• Volunteer Services

• cancer care including prostate cancer diagnosis clinic and pediatric oncology
• cardiac care
• diabetes education centre
• maternal and newborn care
• mental health including adult inpatient services
• outpatient palliative care
• pediatrics
• rehabilitation and complex continuing care

• Psychiatric Day Hospital, 416-284-8131 ext. 7319 - 3 week alternative to inpatient admission or transition back to community after inpatient stay. Includes support and education regarding mental health issues
• Psychiatric Day Treatment, 416-281-7318 - longer program that helps patients develop specific skills for coping with depression and anxiety
• psychiatric disorder counselling, medication management

• birth control counseling
• low-cost or free birth control
• pregnancy testing and counseling

• children, youth and adult programs
• Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process

• prenatal supports
• counselling

• crisis pregnancy support
• pregnancy tests
• resources for pregnancy and childbirth
• prenatal classes
• perinatal loss support
• adoption support
• diapers, gently used maternity clothes, baby clothes and gear
• free prenatal vitamins (Food 4 Thought), $15.00 worth of healthy food per week (Food 4 Thought)
• transportation support and accompaniment to appointments
• home and community visits

• weekly parenting support program
• community kitchen
• parenting sessions and resources
• mentoring, support groups
• donations closet, children's clothing and gear
• fall retreat
• connection and networking opportunities
• nutrition and parenting support
• high school credit completion, upgrades
• child care
• transportation support and accompaniment
• home and community visits

• Maintain a listing of Doulas in communities across Ontario
• Members of Association of Ontario Doulas (AOD) abide by a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice

Program covers eligible people looking to conceive or expand their families * fertility program offers artificial insemination (including intra-uterine insemination), one cycle of in-vitro fertilization, and one cycle of fertility preservation for medical reasons (such as patients undergoing a medical treatment which could lead to infertility)

Potential patients are encouraged to speak with their health care provider to determine if the program is the best option for them * potential patients can also contact the fertility clinics who are offering publicly funded fertility treatments

Province-wide free anonymous counselling, information and referrals to sexual health clinics and community agencies on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, birth control options, sexual orientation and gender issues


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