Support House
Service: Centre for Innovation in Peer Support - Peer Services - Virtual Programs
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0340 | Last Full Update: 12 Feb 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | Toll free 1-833-845-9355 (1-833-845-WELL) |
| Fax | 905-844-4961 |
| centreinfo@supporthouse.ca | |
| Website | https://supporthouse.ca/peer-services |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/SupportHouse.ca Instagram: www.instagram.com/supporthouse.ca/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/supporthouse-ca/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/supporthouse_ca YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGRgLBPpX5-1aoX7iOJAemQ |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | virtual programs 2020 |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - Halton Region ; Provincial - Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network ; Donations ; United Way - Halton & Hamilton ; Foundation - Ontario Trillium Foundation |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Supports offered in a virtual setting in direct response to physical distancing measures implemented to prevent the spread of Covid-19 Online Peer-led Support Groups* up to date calendar of groups is available on websiteSocial Connections * no registration required, open to anyone 16+ in Ontario * offering opportunities to connect socially over a virtual platform * topics include: Mindful Moments, The Centre Café, The Sharing Circle and The Games Room Self-Help Drop-In * requires a brief pre-registration for participation, open to anyone 16+ in Ontario * explore in a safe, stigma free environment and develop wellness tools * groups include: Well BEing, Navigating Stress & Anxiety and Daily Wellness Planning One-to-One Peer SupportsPeer Support Navigation* offers one-to-one peer support appointments via phone/teleconference * sometimes, exploring new supports feels uncomfortable, Peer Support Navigators will support your needs * Peer Navigation and 1:1 services by phone, text or virtual, Mon-Fri Peer Warm Line * it’s not uncommon to experience feelings of loneliness, anxiety, anger or fear during these times * talk, and be heard by someone able to offer supportive listening * call 289-644-1480, Mon-Fri, 12 noon-5 pm Virtual System/Partner Offerings* weekly on-line Communities of Practice for Peer Support Worker and one for Peer Support Supervisors, open across Ontario* guidelines, manuals & toolkits, open to province * training for peer positions, supervisors, teams and organizations * support for peer program implementation * quality improvement & evaluation support * infrastructure & governance * influencing policy & decision makers |
| Hours | Office: Mon-Fri, 8 am-4 pm Groups: Mon-Sat, morning, afternoon and evening, see website for details |
| Dates | Visit website |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up Individuals age 16 and older who identify as navigating a mental health and/or substance use/behavioural addiction |
| Application | Call 1-833-845-9355, self-referral |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Halton South |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 165 Cross Ave, Suite 201 Oakville, ON L6J 0A9 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable - Online services |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | COVID-19 ; Mental Health / Addictions |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Safety and Well-being Resources ; Support Groups |
| Service Categories | Internet Information Resources ~ Mental Health Issues ; Mental Health Related Support Groups ; Peer Support Services ~ Mental Health Issues ; Talklines/Warmlines |