Searching for Community Mental Health Centres

Provide training and support services for persons with severe or persistent mental health problems. Training is provided on site in the Garden Cafe and Clerical Units, Transitional and Supported Employment Programs. On the job support is also available.

A virtual consumer/survivor group that offers support, education, information, advocacy and self-help groups for consumers of the mental health system.

A transitional residential program for individuals with a mental illness. This residence has a capacity to accommodate 7 tenants.

This residence is staffed by one full time support worker, and several part-time staffers, who provide 8-11 hours of support daily. Provides a combination of affordable housing and ongoing flexible housing supports. Length of program is approximately 6-12 months.

A non-profit children's mental health agency operating under the Child and Family Services Act. Accredited by Children's Mental Health Ontario and is governed by a community based board of directors.

There are a limited number of programs that use volunteers. Individuals interested in volunteering should contact Pathstone's main line at 905-688-6850.

Treatment for youth with emerging mental health concerns requiring mental health and addictions treatment and support. Services are provided in the office, clients' homes, or at a location of client's choice in the community. Staff work with clients on their goals for recovery. Treatment, counselling, education, and support are provided.

A 35-bed residence offering a comprehensive range of services for people recovering from alcohol and substance use.

Residential Treatment Services -- an 18-day residential, co-educational, treatment program focusing on addiction recovery through stabilization, education, skill development, health promotion and aftercare planning.

Hepatitis C Clinic Services offered include treatment for Hepatitis C infection, outreach services, peer treatment coaching and individual counselling. Patients can be referred by a family physician, Niagara Region Public Health or community health centres. Individuals who know they have Hepatitis C or believe they may be at risk of infection can also self-refer by contacting 905-378-4647 ext 32554

Niagara Methadone Services 905-378-4647 ext 32542, Mon-Fri 7:30 am-3:30 pm -- Medical assessment, opiate replacement treatment and referrals are offered to help people manage their opiate dependence.

Niagara Eating Disorder Outpatient Program 905-378-4647 ext 32532, Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm -- Outpatient services for people with concerns about anorexia, bulimia and other food-related disorders. Services include medical and nutritional assessment, education, group therapy, support group, individual and family counselling and referral.

Offers a wide range of outreach services to adults who have special needs

Behaviour Support Services
Engage people through an initial consultation, and support may include:

• Complex Behaviour Support Plans
• Positive supports and Preventative Strategies
• Intensive Behaviour Supports - intended for individuals with complex needs requiring intensive programming within-group living settings
• Behaviour Support Revision Clinics
• Skill Building Groups
• Professional Consultations
• Partnerships (CMHA Niagara Safe Bed Program, Niagara Health)

Chaplaincy and Bereavement Support Services
Offers support to individuals throughout the Niagara and Hamilton areas to encourage and support each individual's faith or spiritual needs. Hamilton services are faith focused. The program is accessed directly through Bethesda's Chaplain at 905.684.6918 ext. 331.
This program provides support through three main areas:

• Trauma, Grief, and Bereavement Services in the Niagara and Hamilton Regions
  • ​The focus on the Christian faith is the differentiator to other similar services
• Spiritual Life Coaching and Formation
  • ​Providing support and working with people one-on-one to enable them to lead their best lives from a spiritual perspective
• Building Community
  • ​Groups offered to people that are supported at Bethesda.

Clinical Services
Provides comprehensive person-centred assessments, treatments, consults, and educational and training opportunities. The Clinical Services multi-disciplinary team includes Psychometrists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Pathologists, Social Workers, Behaviour Consultants, and Mental Health Nurses. The team works collaboratively with the individual and their support by offering a variety of services. Services can be accessed through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).

Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Management
Cross-sector coordination support to divert people with a developmental disability or dual diagnosis in conflict with the law, where appropriate, through securing services or treatment in place of the usual criminal justice proceedings of the trial and/or incarceration. The Dual Diagnosis Justice Case Management program can be accessed directly at 1-800-789-1773 or through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).

Provides the following services aimed to increase independence and build social and life skills:

• a variety of 1:1 and group programs
• community participation opportunities
• Passport programs and supports
• gym program
• day program
• men's group
• job finding support services

Programs and activities include:

• community outings
• swimming
• gym
• movies
• bowling
• arts and crafts
• gardening
• music
• computers
• hiking
• nutritional education
• customized exercises and stretching
• stress management

COVID-19: Proof of vaccination status or a medical exemption note from a doctor is required. See website for more information and other COVID-19 related requirements for accessing the program.

A non-profit arts and peer support organization operating in partnership with Silver Spire United Church. The organization aims to reduce barriers and provide opportunities for adult artists and creatives living with mental illness/substance use disorder in Niagara. The arts is used as an agent of social change by connecting and engaging the public through exhibitions, publications and performances to lessen the effects of stigma and social isolation. The organization supports the creative goals of aspiring, emerging and established artists.

A residence for individuals with a mental illness. Provides meals and 24 hour staffing. Nursing care is not available. The home is licensed for 15 residents. Homes for Special Care provides a supervised setting for psychiatric patients of St Joseph's Health care Center for Mountain Health Services and are licensed under the Ministry of Health. The Center works with the Homes and provides supportive services to the clients. There is no time restriction to length of stay.

Provides support, public education, and access to information about psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia) to consumers with mental illness, friends, relatives, and caregivers.

Support group meetings for family members / caregivers and for individuals living with psychosis.

Work to improve the quality of life for individuals experiencing mental, emotional and addictions challenges through the delivery of services including information and referral, urgent support services, residential services, counselling services, employment services and justice services.

A volunteer-run program similar to alcoholics anonymous. Regular online meetings for those who desire to stop compulsive eating disorders including; overeating, anorexia nervosa and bulimia.

Addiction Program - assessment and outpatient counselling for people of all ages experiencing issues with alcohol, drug use and gambling. Mental health and peer support also available. Assistance is available to family and friends. Additionally, counsellors are available through the guidance offices of high schools. Community education is a major component of this program

Adult Mental Health Program - community-based, client-focused services to adults with mental illnesses or with concurrent disorders (mental illness and addictions) including assessment, consultation, treatment, education, support, and advocacy. It is an interdisciplinary staff (physicians, nurses, social workers, with support from addiction counsellors and peer support as required)

Specialized Geriatric Services - provides non-emergency clinical assessment, consultation, treatment and education to older adults, their families, and service providers who are, or know of, someone who is experiencing mental health issues combined with age-related difficulties

Provides assessment, rapid consultation, and treatment of individuals experiencing mental health problems. Coordinates aftercare for individuals discharged from inpatient psychiatric units, and works with community groups to prevent the development of mental health problems through education, consultation, and joint projects.
Services include:

• Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
• General psychiatry
• Rapid consultation service
• Self Esteem Group for Men
• Self Esteem Group for Women

Offers support groups for people living with a gambling addiction. Services are available in-person, online, and over the phone. Visit the website for a full list of meetings in Ontario.

A community mental health organization that uses the self-help training system of cognitive behavioral techniques for controlling behavior and changing attitudes. Members who need professional care are expected to follow the authority of the physician and/or professional.

Helps disabled or injured workers, and family, friends and co-workers of workers injured or killed on the job through community educational seminars, workshops, clinics, guest speakers and information on current and pending legislation. Also provides private consultation, and assists in completing forms. Offers a monthly peer support meeting

Due to COVID-19, all groups and individual appointments have been moved online.

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.

Provides telephone based peer support services to cancer patients, their families and friends. Also provides online peer support through Cancer Connection
* This is not a counselling service

Residential care facility for individuals with broad spectrum disabilities who are unable to live independently.

Services include:

• personal care
• meals
• light housekeeping
• transportation to medical appointments
• social and recreational activities

Residential care facility for individuals with broad spectrum disabilities who are unable to live independently.

Services include:

• personal care
• meals
• light housekeeping
• transportation to medical appointments
• social and recreational activities

Due to COVID-19 this service/organization is experiencing closures or cancellations. Contact or visit website before visiting in person.

A health and lifestyle program aimed at preventing chronic disease and enhancing the quality of life for those living with mental illness and offers a variety of modules (Exercise, Cooking, Nutrition, Smoking Management, and Weight Management).

A community-based, residential support program designed to support adults with dual diagnosis including developmental disabilities, Autism and psychiatric issues.

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

Provides a central referral point to all programs, clinics, and services offered by the Developmental Pediatrics and Rehabilitation Program. The community may call to inquire about programs and services. The program provides a variety of clinics and services for children and youth with developmental, emotional/behavioural, communication, and/or physical disabilities requiring specialized services. Also provides services for adults with augmentative communication needs through our Technology Access Clinic. Part of the Hamilton Health Sciences Network.