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Specialized nurses on call 24 hours for emergencies

Emergency Services - for those who experienced a sexual assault within the past 12 days, were assaulted by a partner within the past 2 weeks or a child who has been or is suspected to have been assaulted in the past 72 hours

• physical examination and treatment of injuries, emotional support
• testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, emergency contraception
• collection of evidence of assault
• risk assessment, safety planning and referral to community services

Emergency services primarily available at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital (services also available at Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital but there may be a delay in treatment);

Non-Emergency Services - for children, youth and adults who have experienced a sexual assault outside of the emergency care guidelines, and/or are experiencing abuse by a current or former partner and have no injuries at this time

• follow-up medical care
• documentation of injuries
• risk assessment. safety planning,
• counselling services, family support

Non-emergency services by appointment only at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital

COVID19 -- services continue by phone, email, and video, online workshops and webinars available * offices are closed except for refugee shelters * see website page linked here for phone numbers to contact staff at specific services
COVID-19: SERVICE NOTICE

Counselling -- individual, marital, family

Crisis counselling and support group for women experiencing abuse and children who have witnessed or experienced abuse

• confidential and culturally competent
• information and referral
• telephone counselling
• transitional support worker

Short-term individual trauma based counselling and family support available by appointment

Social services

• settlement services including form filling
• interpretation by volunteers
• resume editing
• support and counselling for abused women
• information and referral
• cultural events

Programs generally take place at Toronto Public Library, Northern District Branch, 40 Orchard View Blvd

COVID19 All CCSYR locations closed, no walk-in service

• for telephone counselling appointment, call 905-770-7040 ext 241
• Welcome Centres available by phone or email, call 1-877-761-1155 for general inquiries, or to book/reschedule appointment
• call 1-800-263-2075 or visit website for updates and information

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Family counselling to assist with depression, anger, anxiety and stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, confidence, assertiveness and healthy boundaries, work/life balance, family communication and problem-solving, abuse prevention and healing, parenting, and major transitions such as marriage, having a baby, losing a loved one, moving to a new country, divorce, remarriage, changes in health, becoming a young adult, and leaving home

• confidential

Case management for residents experiencing mental health issues, including multilingual psychotherapy and group mental health sessions

COVID19 -- as per government guidelines; telephone and walk-in services available


Employment programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews

Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects

• counselling services for families
• group sessions and workshops at various locations

Aging at Home: recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors

Youth summer programs such as recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening programs for youth

Individual and group counselling for women and their children, parenting support, transitional and housing support, immigration support, and access to family court support worker

Family Court Support Workers
Assist with information on family court process and preparations for proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)

• assistance in finding legal representation if needed
• referral to specialized community services and supports
• safety planning
• court accompaniment as required

Emergency shelters and crisis line, call 1-800-263-3247

Emergency shelter, crisis intervention, outreach, counselling and support services

Emergency Shelters
2 shelters, 24 hour crisis line and crisis intervention

Community supports
Non-shelter resident services include counselling and group supports for women and children, parenting programs, legal support program, and transitional housing support, public education and prevention programs, and volunteer opportunities

Men's health promotion and support for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, separation and divorce, parenting, social isolation and self-esteem, abuse and trauma, and for situations of crises and distress

• individual, couple and group counselling
• peer support group for boys and men includes emotional support, information and resources
• legal assistance clinic and resource centre -- individual and group settings
• Fathering After Separation or Divorce - 8-week parenting program
• support for male victims of domestic abuse and family violence, including counselling, support groups and referrals
• mindfulness meditation workshops
• Survivors of False Allegations - supports for those who have been falsely accused or wrongfully convicted

Initiative of Canadian Association for Equality

COVID19 -- essential services are being delivered online, via email, or over the phone where possible

• individual counselling by phone, video, or online
• youth, women's groups, and seniors' programs delivered online until further notice
• offices open Tuesday and Friday - call to schedule an appointment

Services include:

• individual and family counselling
• counselling and advocacy for abused women
• crisis intervention
• parenting support
• settlement services-immigration
• assistance with subsidized housing applications and Ontario Works
• information and referral
• programs for youth, young mothers, women, and seniors
• health and safety workshops
• annual Health Fair Event
• student placement and volunteer opportunities

COVID-19 -- maintain all essential services including supportive housing, assisted living, home care

• transportation for essential visits
• providing hot meals, frozen meals and food hampers to seniors and people needing isolation
• Transitional Care Centre -- regular service, visits (in person for family and caregiver with appointment)
• also available via phone/virtually telephone reassurance, supportive counselling and service coordination
• Family Health Organization, GAIN Community Team
• Adult Day Program -- in person and virtual care
• Diabetes Education Program -- assessment, consultation, group education
• Wellness and Community Development Program -- in person and virtual platform
• Vocational Training Centre -- in person and virtual platform

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Adult Day Program -- Monday-Friday 9:30 am-3 pm, weekday and weekend extended hours

• for persons 55 years and older with special needs such as physical frailty or mild memory impairment, in need of supervised, structured setting
• social and recreation activities, lunch, snack
• personal care and health related services -- exercise, foot care, physiotherapy, massage therapy
• transportation available
• fee

Overnight Stay Program -- respite care (caregiver relief) program for persons with cognitive impairment or dementia and seniors in need of services, stays up to three months, meals, snacks, showering services *

• laundry -- fee
• personal care and health related services provided by personal support workers including medication reminders, personal hygiene, feeding

Chinese Bereavement Services -- culturally specific bereavement services, individual support and self help group

• public education, seminars, workshops
• information and referral

Chronic Disease Self Management Program -- 6 week workshop for adults with chronic medical conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis

• individual counselling with nurse, dietitian and social worker
• health and education workshops, seminars, caregiver education and support
• information and referral
• workshop licensed by Stanford University

Community Outreach -- outreach programs for those living in seniors apartments and suburban areas, retirement groups, seniors self help groups

• community, wellness and health education
• caregiver support, volunteer development

Community support services -- escort to medical appointments, telephone security checks, friendly visiting, hospice visiting, grocery shopping, client intervention and assistance -- free

• congregate dining -- fee, subsidies available
• transportation -- fee
• referrals, follow up

Elder Abuse Prevention Program -- Chinese Elder Abuse Helpline 416-502-2321, elder abuse education, supportive counselling

Home care services -- home help, homemaking, respite care, palliative care -- fee

Personal Care Program -- for seniors living in the community requiring higher level of care

• care coordination
• scheduled and unscheduled personal support workers' visit, security check

Integrated Dialysis Care Program -- Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses visit home peritoneal dialysis patients at their home, health maintenance, nutritional counselling

Wellness and Social Program -- social, recreational and educational programs for persons 50 years and older, drop-in centre, friendship groups, interest classes, outings

Men's health promotion and support for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, separation and divorce, parenting, social isolation and self-esteem, abuse and trauma, and for situations of crises and distress

• individual, couple and group counselling
• peer support group for boys and men includes emotional support, information and resources
• legal assistance clinic and resource centre -- individual and group settings
• Fathering After Separation or Divorce - 8-week parenting program
• support for male victims of domestic abuse and family violence, including counselling, support groups and referrals
• mindfulness meditation workshops
• Survivors of False Allegations - supports for those who have been falsely accused or wrongfully convicted

Initiative of Canadian Association for Equality

Centre offers settlement, employment, supportive counselling and other services to newcomers, youth, families, women, and seniors. Services are delivered both in-person and virtually.

Settlement Services

• information and newcomer' orientation; group information sessions on settlement
• referrals to access other programs and services
• interpretation
• support with applications to government programs and services
• settlement counselling; family reunification support
• English conversation classes
• computer skills training; life skills seminars

Employment/Career Services

• employment counseling
• career exploration, goal setting and planning
• job search assistance and workshops e.g LinkedIn workshops
• networking with employers
• resume and cover letter preparation, mock interviews
• labour market information and exploration
• referral to other employment-related information and programs

Youth and Family Support

• leadership training and workshops, education and information sessions on topics relevant to youth
• summer activities and festive seasonal celebrations
• financial literacy training, financial planning support for post-secondary education
• career planning, academic support
• life coaching, supportive counselling
• information sessions on topics that impact family wellbeing

Community Support for Women

• leadership training and workshops, skills development
• supportive counselling
• support for women in abusive relationships

Community Support for Seniors

• social, recreation and wellness programs
• information and support in applying for Old Age Security, Canada Pension Plan, Guaranteed Income Supplement, seniors housing
• supportive counselling

COVID19

• services available in-person, online and by phone/email during office hours
• operating on a hybrid model, providing all services and programs online and in-person
• for more information on programs and services, please check website
• please wear a mask to the office to keep it a safe, healthy environment - thanks for the cooperation

Employment Services

• one on one employment counselling
• resume clinic, interview skills
• career training referrals, career networking club
• employment workshops, job fair

Family Services

• counselling for individuals, families, couples
• safety plan development for victims of domestic violence, transition planning and housing support
• referrals to community services, legal information
• educational workshops
• self-help group

Health Services

• education and information seminars
• mobile health clinic for cervical cancer screening, Pap tests, screening for sexually transmitted infections
• breast cancer support group

Settlement Services

• one-on-one orientation or workshops, form filling, interpretation and translation, citizenship preparation, referrals

Social Services

• assistance in accessing social assistance and other services
• recreational and educational programs to reduce social isolation
• translation and interpretation
• seasonal income tax clinic

Neighbourhood centre, including counselling and support, child development and literacy, and recreation programs

• individual and group counselling
• counselling for assaulted women
• before and after school program for children 4 1/2-13 years, including breakfast and bagged lunch
• recreation programs for youth, including boys and girls club (see separate listing)
• homework assistance
• summer and March break camp
• recreation programs for seniors

Settlement services -- information and referral, orientation, interpretation, counselling, form-filling including documentation or social assistance applications

• counselling and support groups for assaulted women and their families
• workshops

Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY), 647-346-3700 ext 322 -- in-home school readiness program for low income families

Multiservice agency providing a range of services for people with social and emotional problems, including counselling, information and referrals, supplementary financial assistance program (government assistance recipients), support groups, supports for assaulted women, in-home palliative care program, English conversation café for new immigrants, homelessness prevention program, and parenting, mental health and wellness programs and workshops

• Pathways to Employment in partnership with JVS Toronto
• Restitution Services for Holocaust Survivors
• Holocaust Survivor Emergency Funding
• chaplaincy services
• speakers
• all services confidential

Café Europa monthly group for Holocaust survivors in partnership with Bernard Betel (see separate listing)

Children
Jewish child protective and family services investigates allegations of child neglect and abuse

• adoption and foster home services and recruitment
• file and adoption disclosure
• counselling
• big brothers and big sisters program
• homework club
• school outreach counselling program

Families
Includes individual, couple, family and group counselling, family life education and life skills programs

• financial assistance combined with poverty reduction counselling for persons on social assistance
• assistance maximizing benefits and entitlements, and finding employment and accommodation
• support for families with special needs children
• Family Resource Centres for pre-school and caregivers (see separate listings)

Woman Abuse Program
Individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, emergency financial assistance, and support groups

• Here to Help group program for children and their mothers
• advocacy and community outreach
• education and consultation
• referrals

COVID19 -- as per government guidelines

• Food Bank -- call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
• Domestic Violence -- coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications
• Senior Programs -- virtual fitness sessions, technology training

For general inquiries: info@ehcw.ca or maria@ehcw.ca
For settlement services and support with applications: nissa@ehcw.ca
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: obioma@ehcw.ca
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: yougeita@ehcw.ca; monica@ehcw.ca

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Newcomer Settlement Services - in groups or individually

• needs assessment
• orientation and overview of community and government services
• information and referral and to other service providers
• assistance in form completion and interpretation

Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews

Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects

• counselling services for families
• group sessions and workshops at various locations

Connect Young -- anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series

Clothing Bank, Food -- call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada

Aging at Home -- recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors

Neighborhood Pod -- connection with community through community leaders

Youth Summer Programs -- recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening

COVID-19 -- contact organization for COVID service updates


Children's Programs

• individual counselling
• Stop Now and Plan (SNAP) Program
• Kambi Ya Watoto Summer Camp

Leaders in Partnership (LIP)

• for children 7-12 years at risk of suspension or expulsion from school
• 10-week lunch time school-based skills training program addressing the social and emotional needs of children in developing a more positive attitude towards school and their community

Youth Programs -- for youth 16-24 years

• individual counselling
• Express Yourself / Anger Management Program
• Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) Program - supports high-risk youth who live in an identified priority community and/or or belong to a distinct priority population (such as Racialized, Indigenous, Somali, Roma, LGBTTQ2S) to make healthy life choices
• Ujima Youth Mentorship Program

Kujichaguilia Club (K-Club) -- for young people 16-29 years to transition from involvement with the justice system to integrate into family and community life

Family Program

• individual and family counselling
• Effective Parenting Program -- 10 week program primarily for those referred by Children's Aid or the courts
• Kuponya - Collaborating with Black Families -- works with Black families from a trauma-informed perspective in collaboration with the Children's Aid Society and Jean Tweed Centre
• individual support, family mediation, mobile crisis counselling, and crisis intervention

Violence Against Women Services

• support to women and their families who are experiencing or have experienced violence, including human trafficking
• individual, group and crisis counselling designed to meet the needs of Black women and children
• legal and parenting support; housing search assistance; safety planning

COVID19

• services available in-person, online and by phone/email during office hours
• operating on hybrid model, providing all services and programs online and in person
• for more information on programs and services, please check website
• please wear a mask to the office to keep it a safe, healthy environment - thanks for the cooperation

Employment Services

• one on one employment counselling,
• resume clinic, interview skills,
• career training referrals, career networking club
• employment workshops, job fair

Family Services

• counselling for individuals, families, couples
• safety plan development for victims of domestic violence, transition planning and housing support
• referrals to community services
• legal information
• educational workshops
• self-help group

Health Services

• education and information seminars
• mobile health clinic for cervical cancer screening, Pap tests, screening for sexually transmitted infections
• breast cancer support group

Settlement Services

• one-on-one orientation or workshops,
• form filling, interpretation and translation, citizenship preparation, referrals

Social Services

• assistance in accessing social assistance and other services
• recreational and educational programs to reduce social isolation
• translation and interpretation
• seasonal income tax clinic

COVID19 -- essential services are being delivered online, via email, or over the phone where possible

• individual counselling by phone, video, or online
• youth, women's groups, and seniors' programs delivered online until further notice
• offices open Tuesday and Friday - call to schedule an appointment

Services include:

• individual and family counselling
• counselling and advocacy for abused women
• crisis intervention
• parenting support
• settlement services-immigration
• assistance with subsidized housing applications and Ontario Works
• information and referral
• programs for youth, young mothers, women, and seniors
• health and safety workshops
• annual Health Fair Event
• student placement and volunteer opportunities

COVID19

• drop-in and group services have resumed
• appointment preferred
• masking is not mandatory but suggested for all visitors
• people who have symptoms of illness are urged to wear masks or access services online

Family Services

• domestic violence prevention and crisis intervention
• men's mental health program
• parenting groups
• family life education - transitional housing support

Seniors Programs

• application for old age benefits and subsidized housing
• social and recreational activities

Children Programs

• summer, March-break and teacher professional activity day programs

Youth Programs

• children and youth recreation
• leadership training
• newcomer adaptation

COVID19 -- limited in-person services with limited hours at each location; also continuing to provide services over the telephone, via email, Zoom, Skype and Google Classroom; for more information, call or visit website


Support for Women and Families

• short term supportive counselling including parenting and family supportive counselling
• employment and career counselling
• support groups for women from various cultures
• resources and information for parents and families
• information workshops on health related topics, assertiveness, employment, life skills, stress management and parenting

Violence Prevention and Crisis Intervention

• crisis support and counselling for women and children who have experienced or are experiencing violence in the home
• legal and medical referrals
• accompaniment to legal, medical and social services resources
• information, public and community education on wife abuse
• support groups for women who are victims of spousal abuse

Anti-Human Trafficking of Vulnerable Women Healing Group -- support group for women who have experienced childhood and intimate partner abuse, women coming from war-torn countries or women suffering from trauma and illness as a result of abuse

Newcomer Assistance and Integration

• immigrant/newcomer settlement support and counselling
• information sessions for newcomers and community residents
• information and referral
• English language instruction for newcomers to Canada at various locations -- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry, childminding for children 6 months-5 years while parents attend class
• English as a Second Language (ESL) preschool program
• labour market information for newcomers * Library Settlement Partnership services (LSP)

Seniors' Services

• skills development; computer training, educational workshops, leadership training
• intergenerational groups
• social and recreational programs, fitness, tours, excursions
• advocacy on seniors issues

Youth Services

• services for all youth
• youth newcomer settlement support
• one-on-one counselling
• homework help, career-education networking, after-school programs, recreational activities, cooking club
• Youth Program for ages 16-26 years: leadership skills, English language skills, integration into the community
• volunteering opportunities and community service for high school graduation
• English Conversation Circles

Family Drop In -- for parents and children of all ages

Welcoming Communities, (Community Connections Mentorship Program)

• matches newcomers with Canadian volunteers who offer orientation to the local area and moral support in transition to Canada
• English conversation circles
• newcomers build leadership skills, newcomer family drop-in, social events such as movies, cooking club

Healthy Lifestyles and Well-Being

• health promotion workshops
• mental health challenges and coping strategy support
• stress management activities
• one-on-one support and referrals to health services
• fitness assessment, fitness activities, yoga
• blood pressure check in partnership with the local community health centre

Community Development

Participation on various coalitions, community networks and committees; volunteer opportunities

COVID19 Contact for information on in-person, telephone and virtual services

• iRIDE Plus Transportation clients must wear masks while in vehicle
• Adult Day Program, full day and limited capacity in-person half day sessions; virtual programming available
• phone and in-person hospice visiting by trained volunteers
• phone pals and friendly volunteer social visits
• Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes available virtually and in-person Mon-Fri

Multiservice agency includes medical and non-medical home and community care support services, such as personal care and support, palliative care, home care and homemaking, hospice and respite, meals on wheels, social work, transportation

Meals on Wheels and Kosher Meals on Wheels
Bulk delivery once per week of frozen meals (including Ensure meal replacements, sandwiches and soup packs if applicable); expanded hours Tue-Fri 10 am-4 pm; volunteers wear masks and gloves during deliveries; contact 416-635-2860 ext 581 for food and to arrange delivery

Adult Day Program
For individuals 55 years and older living with dementia; open to frail seniors without cognitive impairments, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; observes Jewish culture and traditions, but all are welcome

• caregiver support and respite
• lunch, snacks and Kosher meals
• therapeutic social and recreation activities
• transportation

Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes
Classes led by physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants and specially trained staff to increase mobility, relieve pain and reduce the risk of falls by building strength and improving balance

• free
• offered online and in-person

Home Support Services
Includes caregiver support/respite care, companionship, homemaking, housekeeping, personal care, supportive housing services, palliative care

• Meals on Wheels (regular, certified Kosher, and vegetarian options)
• specialized workers for individuals with Alzheimer Disease or mental health challenges
• transportation to medical appointments, not wheelchair accessible
• fee for all home services
• some programs available in Russian

Elder Abuse Prevention Program
For individuals 55 years and older who are experiencing or have experienced abuse

• includes individual and group counselling

Social Work Services
Includes information and referral, counselling, case management, support groups, workshops

• free

Volunteer Services
Includes friendly visiting, security checks and telephone reassurance

• intergenerational programs
• volunteer hospice program