Fitness for Mental Health
Record #: OAK0070 | Last Full Update: 23 Jul 2020 |
Contact Information | |
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Office Phone | 416-200-3588 |
inquiry@fitforthemind.ca | |
Website | www.fitforthemind.ca |
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Primary Contact | Jodie Becker, Founder and General Manager; Email: jodie@fitforthemind.ca |
Agency Information | |
Description (Agency) | A not for profit organization that recognizes that physical activity is a viable treatment for mental illness and is an integral part of the journey to recovery |
Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
Established | 2016 |
Funding | Grants ; Fundraising ; corporate sponsorships |
Description and Service Details | |
Description (Service) | Fitness for Mental Health offers programming that is specific and consistent and customized to suit both individuals and organizations One-to-one programs: * offered in a private setting * programs are designed to be unique to each individual and their personal challenges * benefits include improvements in mood symptoms, the ability to focus, and overall mental well being * group programs also available to organizations and communities to promote the benefits of physical activity |
Hours | Hours not specified |
Areas Served | Halton Region |
Eligibility | Individuals living with mental health disorders * hospital patients and outpatients |
Application | Call for information about programs * self referrals as well as referrals from counsellors, doctors and psychotherapists accepted |
Languages | English |
Fees | Program - pay what you are able |
Site Information | |
Located In Community | Oakville |
Address & Map | |
Mailing Address | c/o Fitness for Mental Health 579 Amelia Cres Burlington, ON L7L 6E4 |
Physical Access | Not Applicable - Mailing address |
Categories and Classification | |
HCSD Main Heading | Sports / Recreation |
HCSD Sub Heading | Physical Fitness & Exercise |
Service Categories | Physical Fitness ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Therapeutic Exercise ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities |