Residents of Dufferin County who are experiencing difficulty paying rent or utilities may be eligible for financial assistance. Those who are experiencing a housing crisis may be eligible for financial assistance to help find or keep housing.
Read MoreSHIP has championed the fundamental right of housing for nearly 30 years. As a respected health service and housing support provider, they promote Healthy Housing™ by forming lasting relationships with landlords and developers.
Read More24/7 Crisis support provides a timely and high-quality response to de-escalate, stabilize and support those in mental health and addiction crisis. This is for adults 16 years and older who are residents of Dufferin County and are experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis.
Read MoreThe Shepherd’s Cupboard offers a 3 - 5 day emergency supply of food to those living in the Shelburne area. They are open twice a week, and though COV-ID 19 has changed the manner in which they run, they continue to offer their services at the usual time and place.
Read MoreCommunity Living Dufferin enables people with an intellectual disability to achieve their fullest potential. They offer employment opportunities, leisure activities, creative adventures and support independent living for all people with developmental difficulties.
Read MoreSuicide. It’s a difficult topic to bring up. However, when someone talks about suicide or brings up concern for a loved one, it’s important to take action and seek help quickly.
Read MoreThe Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch (CMHA Peel Dufferin) has been a pioneer in providing services for people with mental illness and educating Canadians about mental health issues. Here offered, both crisis connections and extensive information on mental health.
Read MoreUnderstanding the wide variety of challenges that come under the title of ‘mental health’ is an imperative to families and communities who wish everyone to live to their fullest potential. CMHA Peel Dufferin has called a series of articles that are helpful to further understanding.
Read MoreEveryone has ups and downs in their everyday life, but if your mental health is affecting your daily life or getting in the way of your work or relationships, we can help. Here is a quick guide to all the services that are available in either a PDF or APP form - easily downloadable.
Read MoreWellness Together Canada was created in response to an unprecedented rise in mental health and substance use concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with funding from the Government of Canada. Wellness Canada offers ways to connect with resources that may help.
Read MoreHere 24/7 is a front door to the addictions, mental health and crisis services provided by 11 partner agencies across Waterloo – Wellington. All you need to do is reach out to them. They do the intake, assessment, referral, crisis, waitlist and appointment booking work for these important programs.
Read MoreBirthright is a non-profit organization committed to providing confidential, non-judgmental support to any woman who is pregnant or thinks she might be pregnant, no matter her age, race, circumstances, religion, marital status or financial situation.
Read MoreSince 1984, Family Transition Place (FTP) has been providing critical services to women and their children who have experienced abuse and unhealthy relationships. Inside FTP’s doors, women find a warm and welcoming place where their safety and well-being is the most important thing in the world.
Read MoreFamily Transition Place’s Rural Response Program (RRP) provides safety, support and hope by reducing barriers to service for women living in the rural communities of North Dufferin. Our RRP office is located in Shelburne, but RRP staff are mobile and able to communicate with clients in different ways in order to eliminate barriers.
Read MoreHeretohelp was created to help people find quality information, learn new skills, and connect with key resources in BC. But though it was created particularly with this province in mind, its resources concerning mental health and substance abuse are pertinent to us in Ontario.
Read MoreWellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health provides numerous clinics and workshops. Though many are on hold due to COV-ID 19, they are beginning to open up again. The clinics include vaccination clinics, breastfeeding, parenting skills, and food safety training among others.
Read MoreWhy does Public Health care about your health? Because preventing disease, protecting your well-being and promoting overall health makes it less likely you’ll get sick or injured. As a vital part of the local health system, they offer a variety of programs that help you stay well.
Read MoreDomestic violence is a serious crime. A person committing these acts can be arrested, charged, convicted and jailed. If you or your children are experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone. There is help available for you. If you feel you are in danger, call 9-1-1.
Read MoreOur lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding. We also miss the plethora of possibilities that that is obscured by a single lens. This is an important understanding for all anti-racism work.
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