Searching for Pregnancy / Postnatal

Short term emergency shelter, capacity 209

• crisis intervention and counselling
• case management
• child advocacy
• child care and children's program
• Housing Connections (see separate entry) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process

Promote the health of Toronto residents through the delivery of health services and programs and the development and implementation of public policy and practices

• immunization and screening for communicable diseases
• health education programs
• family and child health
• dental health
• sexual health
• injury prevention
• environmental health
• physical activity
• public health standards enforcement
• research and population-based health research
• air quality health index
• beaches water quality
• extreme heat/cold alerts
• food handler certification program
• health status reports
• home visiting program for pregnant women and parents of children birth-3 years
• smoking cessation * support to help quit smoking

Breastfeeding Support - Counseling for breastfeeding mothers * phone calls or home visits * breast pump rentals * discussion of the effects of foods and medications on breast milk

Dental Services - Free dental clinics for eligible children and youth (ages birth-17 years), adults enrolled in selected programs, and older adults 65 years and older * low cost dental clinic referral for those not eligible for free services

Diabetes Prevention - Community programs that focus on promoting healthy lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes * programs focus on diabetes risk assessment, food skills and nutrition, physical activity, and smoking cessation and stress management

Services and Programs:

• Emergency Preparedness
• Fall Prevention
• Immunization Information Centre
• Works, The
• Sexual Health Promotion
• Vulnerable Adults and Seniors Program

Counseling for breastfeeding mothers * phone calls or home visits * breast pump rentals * discussion of the effects of foods and medications on breast milk

COVID19 -- Call or visit hospital website for updates on entryway restrictions, current visitor policies and appointment cancellations


Acute care hospital

• geriatric psychiatry
• Ontario Breast Screening Program
• palliative care
• women's and infants' health

Reitman Centre Alzheimer's Support and Training Centre 416-586-4800 ext 5882, for caregivers of people with dementia providing care at home

HIV Psychiatry Clinic -- psychiatric and mental health services for those affected or infected by HIV

Dental Clinic -- dental care for those who need dentistry delivered in a hospital setting including care for persons with HIV or AIDS, and persons with physical and developmental disabilities; referral from a medical doctor or dentist required

Mount Sinai Academic Family Health Team 416-586-4800 ext 4129 (at 60 Murray St)


Some hospital services provided at 60 Murray St or 700 University Ave

Sexual health counselling and related medical services, including birth control, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, and anonymous HIV testing and counselling * partners welcome * confidential * no Ontario Health Insurance required * schedules for women/trans and men/trans clinics differ -- see Hours above * clinic space limited

Men/Trans-Identified clients -- drop-in for sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment * free condoms available * by appointment -- anonymous HIV testing, counselling and treatment information * sexuality and safe sex counselling * sexual assault counselling, testing and follow-up * outreach to bathhouses

Women/Trans-Identified clients -- drop-in for sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment * free condoms available * emergency contraception/Plan B * by appointment -- counselling on safer sex, sexually transmitted infections (STI), birth control, sexuality and healthy relationships * pregnancy testing and counselling * abortion counselling, referral and follow-up * fertility awareness * anonymous HIV testing, counselling and treatment information * support for HIV positive women and trans people * sexual assault counselling, testing and follow-up

Family violence treatment and prevention

• child sexual abuse
• individual and family counselling
• programs for women in abusive relationships
• member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
• children's mental health program
• recruitment, education and support for foster and adoptive parents
• addiction and mental health case management
• early intervention/care planning
• aftercare

Partner Assault Response (PAR)

• 12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
• victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress

Prevention and Support Programs

• family support and development
• parenting circles
• community kitchen
• clothing bank

Youth Programs

• drop-in for youth 16-24 years
• counselling and support
• transitional housing
• substance abuse prevention
• HIV prevention
• outreach
• social, recreation and cultural activities

Educational Programs -- Aboriginal EarlyON Child and Family Centre

• local lead agency for EarlyON Child and Family Centre
• education and support for families with children birth-6 years
• summer day camp and residential camp
• GED program at Native Learning Centre (83 Alexander Street, tel. 416-393-0358) and Scarborough office -- for youth 18-20 years

see branch listings for additional information

Mobility for Good -- free phones and subsidized plans to indigenous women at risk or surviving violence, in partnership with Telus

Clinical team includes: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Chiropodists, Nurses, Dietitians, Mental Health Therapists, and Social Workers. We customize our programs and services to meet individual needs of clients. We attempt to provide all available information, education and support to allow women to make informed choices regarding all aspects of their health and health care, and to promote health and well being. Clients are also encouraged to be very involved and advocate for their health care needs

Community health centre * information and referral * primary health care * reproductive health care * prenatal and postnatal workshops * pre-abortion and post-abortion counselling * advocacy assistance * individual and group mental health counselling * nutritional counselling * foot care * diabetes prevention and education * HIV/AIDS prevention, education and advocacy * health promotion workshops * healthy living programs * no Ontario Health Insurance required for primary health care services

Food Bank - Member of Daily Bread Food Bank * open every Tuesday of the month

Diabetes Education Program - Supports for people living with prediabetes or diabetes * one-on-one or group consultation on monitoring blood sugar levels, medications, healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle choices * registered nurse and dietitian on staff

HIV/AIDS Services - COVID19 -- essential primary care available on site -- call ahead, non-essential service available by phone * Food bank -- hampers available for pick up, Tuesday 2 pm-4 pm, Thursday 10 am-12 noon * group activities cancelled

Mental Health Services - COVID19 -- essential primary care available on site -- call ahead, non-essential service available by phone * Food bank -- hampers available for pick up, Tuesday 2 pm-4 pm, Thursday 10 am-12 noon * group activities cancelled

Pre/Post Natal Link - Midwifery - Primary Health Care Services - Clinical team includes: Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Chiropodists, Nurses, Dietitians, Mental Health Therapists, and Social Workers. We customize our programs and services to meet individual needs of clients. We attempt to provide all available information, education and support to allow women to make informed choices regarding all aspects of their health and health care, and to promote health and well being. Clients are also encouraged to be very involved and advocate for their health care needs

COVID19 -- Call for appointment; some services virtual, call for details


Primary care for newly arrived refugees including:

• diagnosis and management of acute medical issues; referrals to specialists when necessary
• annual health exams
• management of chronic diseases such as diabetes or hypertension
• preventative care
• full primary care for children including immunizations
• pregnancy care
• family planning advice
• health education

After two years, clinic staff will help patients to connect with a family physician near their home

COVID19

• no drop-in
• appointments may be changed to virtual visits using the telephone or over video
• Pap Drop In Clinic is closed until further notice, but appointments can be made for pap tests at the Centre

Comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care

• birth control
• pregnancy testing, counselling on pregnancy options and referrals
• abortion information and referrals
• pap tests
• anonymous HIV tests
• HIV information and treatment referrals
• safer sex counselling and information

Special Treatment Clinic - this clinic is now operating in the the Bay Centre

• sexually transmitted infections (STI) testing
• STI treatment including cryotherapy for treatment of genital warts

Assessment and short-term treatment for individuals experiencing new or recurrent mental health problems during reproductive life stages: menstrual cycle, pregnancy, postpartum and the menopausal transition

Interprofessional team has a trauma-informed lens and welcomes gender diverse individuals

Also offers Child and Family Psychiatry Program which assesses and offers short-term treatment to children and youth 0-18 years. Treatment may include:

• parent counselling, family therapy
• individual therapy, treatment with medication

A multi-disciplinary team, which includes medical support, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, physicians, a chiropodist, counsellor, physiotherapists and health promoter, provides holistic healthcare programs and services

Programs and services include:

• health promotion
• disease management and prevention
• well baby and child health assessments
• immunizations
• infant and child developmental assessments
• women's and men's health services
• periodic health examinations, routine screening, diagnostic and testing procedures
• prenatal and postnatal/infant primary health care
• health counselling
• individual, family, and couples counselling

Maternal Infant Program - This Program is designed to help infants and families from the pre-natal stage to 12 months old of age. The goal of the Program is to ensure equitable access to resources, support, and knowledge.

Diabetes Program - A multi-disciplinary team of dieticians, diabetes nurse educators, social workers and a chiropodist provides individual, family, and caregiver support for diabetes * the program integrates traditional and western approaches to provide health education and help prevent complications of diabetes * in addition to providing education and support, services include: oral medication, disease management, insulin monitoring and management, nutritional counselling, foot care, and lifestyle management

Gerrard Street Site - Crisis management program and specialized mental health services * walk-in counselling * youth outreach program * physiotherapist * community health worker training program * two spirit trans peer support and counselling * housing support program * traditional program

Services and Programs:

• Carlton Street Site

Resource centre

• crisis intervention
• information and referral
• urban orientation
• community outreach
• food programs

Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children

• home visits for families with children birth-6 years
• auntie approach
• prenatal and postpartum support
• early education support, links to community resources and referrals

Pimaatsiwin -- drop-in for mothers and children birth-6 years

• parenting classes
• prenatal programs
• community kitchen, healthy families training and workshops

Trauma Support -- 416-963-9963 ext 249

• case management
• peer support
• peer-led support circles
• trauma counselling

Community and Family Wellness Support

• support, counselling and referrals specializing in legal assistance
• ending violence and general assistance

Cultural programming

• women's and youth hand drumming, arts and crafts, beading
• Full Moon Ceremonies, Traditional feasts
• Ojibwe language class
• fitness programs
• cultural traditions, crafts, support groups, speakers

Housing Program

• information and referral
• assistance finding and accessing safe, stable housing

Investing in Women's Futures

• self-employment and pre-employment training program
• includes skill-building workshops, educational bridging programs, traditional counselling and activities
• dress for success program

Mobility for Good -- free phones and subsidized plans to indigenous women at risk or surviving violence, in partnership with Telus

Short term emergency shelter, includes communal setting, food and necessities

• capacity 90
• crisis intervention and counselling
• referrals to other agencies for counselling, housing
• custody reunification
• pregnancy support
• Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process

COVID19 Modified services via phone, email, video calling, or screened on-site services by appointment with enhanced safety protocols

Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email healthcentre@ysm.ca

Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email nmebrahtu@ysm.ca

Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email rroblin@ysm.ca

----------

Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available

• access to diapers, formula, baby food
• birth control, pregnancy tests
• prenatal care, perinatal services
• prenatal and parenting classes
• immunization
• optometry, eye glasses
• chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
• addictions counselling
• traditional Chinese medicine
• foot care, socks and shoes
• health education and counselling on health issues

• Assistance with emergency problems
• focus on Native cultural and spiritual awareness

Gathering place

• drop-in
• social programs and events
• crafts and hobby groups
• meal program

Life Long Care Program (LLCP)

• transportation
• friendly visiting
• congregate dining
• Aboriginal support
• security reassurance
• life skills outreach in the community

Counselling unit

• information, peer and cultural counselling and referral
• self-help groups

Child and Family

• parenting group
• prenatal nutrition program
• community kitchen
• cultural teachings and activities
• health and physical development
• educational support including tutoring

Youth

• individual support
• mentoring
• tutoring and homework help
• nutrition and healthy lifestyles workshops
• snacks and meals
• cultural teachings and activities

Education Sector

• academic upgrading
• basic computer training

Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

Trauma-informed wraparound supports and services, including counselling and case management, housing support, health program, parenting and child development supports, and high school program; community education includes speakers, workshops on subjects of interest to young parents, including healthy sexuality, informed decision-making and pregnancy options

Counselling and Case management
Individual counselling and information, advocacy support and systems navigation, and referrals to other services about sexuality, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting

• support with form filling and applications
• wraparound support and information on pregnancy options, personal goal setting, relationships and personal challenges

Food Program and Practical Help
Warm meals available, including light breakfast and lunch for participants, their supports and children during drop-in hours; also supper available Monday and Tuesday

• Food Connect Program monthly access to essential food items for 12 participants experiencing food access challenges, includes referrals to community food programs
• Swap Shop includes access to free donated items such as baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books and small household items
• emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, menstrual products
• free Presto tickets for public transit to/from Jessie's Centre

Health Services
Individual health counselling for participants and their children

• onsite access to health promotion specialist
• weekly access to family doctor
• specialized prenatal and postpartum classes
• free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, nutrition, feeding supplies, health products
• health care navigation including referrals to doulas, midwives, primary care providers

Housing Support
Range of services to assist in finding and maintaining affordable housing

• assistance with social housing applications and special priority applications
• private market rent searches
• income supports assistance
• housing stabilization and eviction prevention
• conflict resolution and safety planning
• support with landlords for viewings and interviews
• accompaniment on request
• advocacy, education and information on tenants rights and responsibilities

Jessie's School Program
Access to secondary school credits from grades 9-12 and preparation for integration into mainstream and alternative schools and post-secondary education

• ​information on scholarship opportunities

Parenting Supports and Groups
Counselling, information, guidance, referrals and development screening

• Parent-Child Centre (PCC) includes parenting skills support, mentoring, parent and child activities and events; childminding available onsite for participants
• groups include prenatal and postnatal support, Nobody's Perfect parenting groups, and Girls Circle personal development groups

COVID-19 Service Change: Urgent services by appointment. Walk-in available for existing clients without phones and new client without health insurance

Doctors, nurse practitioners, and nurses assess and treat minor illnesses *OHIP not required

Services include:

• pre and post-natal care
• mental health services
• integrated care of complex health conditions such as diabetes
• foot care
• HIV/AIDS care
• care for seniors in the community

health services and programs * OHIP not required

Diabetes Education Program - Supports for people living with prediabetes or diabetes * exercise groups * one-on-one or group consultation on monitoring blood sugar levels, medications, healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle choices * registered nurse and dietitian on staff

Chiropody (Foot Care) - COVID-19 Service Change: Urgent services by appointment. Walk-in available for existing clients without phones and new client without health insurance

Dental Services - Dental clinic providing basic services including examinations, cleaning, X-rays, fillings, extraction and dentures

MATCH - South Riverdale Community Health Centre - Complete prenatal, labour, birth and postpartum care * midwives also provide well-gynecological care (Pap tests), STI screening, pregnancy testing (urine or blood tests) and counselling related to pregnancy options

Nutrition Program - COVID-19 Service Change: Services by appointment over the phone

Primary Care Asthma Program - Respiratory assessment, lung function testing, education, self-management skills, and smoking cessation support * clients are also seen for assessment of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and other respiratory related concerns

Primary Health Care and Urgent Care - COVID-19 Service Change: Urgent services by appointment. Walk-in available for existing clients without phones and new client without health insurance

Youth Health Service - Health services for physical and emotional health issues * OHIP not required

Family home visiting * prenatal and postnatal nutrition and support * school readiness * family resource program * infant mental health specialist * parent and child groups * child and family advocacy * child development clinic * early years social work * parent relief * community development * speech and language screening * EarlyON Child and Family Centre

satellite