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Healthy Minds at Work – Resources for Workers
Participate in an online session with peers to learn about ways to build resilience and maintain wellness through lectures and case-based discussions by joining:
These resources are available in English only.
COVID-19: Support for people
Resources for health care workers during COVID-19
Self-referral for mental health care
The Ministry of Health and Ontario Health partnered with five hospitals to provide services for frontline health care workers. Individuals who meet the following criteria are eligible to self-refer for psychotherapy and psychiatric services:
Talk to a clinician – If you are a frontline health care worker and would like confidential support from a clinician, including iCBT supports, you can self-refer online or by phone to any of the access points below:
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AbilitiCBT is an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) program that you can access from any device, any time. Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most effective forms of therapy. It works by helping you understand and change the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are causing you problems. AbilitiCBT works the same way, but virtually. AbilitiCBT’s user-friendly platform makes it convenient to get help when you need it, where you need it.
Our AbilitiCBT offering includes a special program to help you address anxiety symptoms related to the uniquely challenging aspects of pandemics: uncertainty, isolation, caring for family and community members, information overload and stress management.
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BEACON digital therapy is now available free of charge to support Ontarians through stress and mental well-being concerns during COVID-19, funded by the Government of Ontario.
Guided digital therapy with BEACON is personalized, and you receive support from a registered therapist that’s always one-to-one. It’s a therapy that’s completely digital, so it’s available when you are and you never need to worry about keeping appointments. Everything happens on your terms privately and securely.
BEACON provides Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a clinically-proven method that’s all about building stronger resiliency through learning new skills to manage your thoughts and feelings.
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Learn what financial, mental health and other supports are available during COVID-19.
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Nutrition and Transportation
The Canadian Red Cross provides services that allow Canadians to remain living in their homes safely and with dignity through innovative programs that provide healthy meals and dining and transportation support.
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211 connects people to the right information and services, strengthen Canada’s health and human services, and helps Canadians become more engaged with their communities.
The following food resources can be accessed through 211:
Cooking classes and facilities
Programs that provide kitchen facilities that individuals, groups or organizations can use to prepare and serve food. Includes programs that teach people how to prepare nutritious and affordable meals.
Food access for seniors/people with disabilities
Variety of programs that support the capacity of older adults and adults with disabilities to maintain healthy eating habits, including social dining, meal delivery, assistance for grocery shopping and in home meal preparation.
Food banks and referrals
Programs that distribute free groceries or vouchers to eligible individuals and families on low incomes. Typically operate one or two days a week, and serve only those residing within specific geographic boundaries. Includes organizations referring the general public to these programs.
Food delivery
Food banks and grocery stores that deliver food to people who are homebound. Includes programs that deliver boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables on a regular basis to individuals who enroll in the service.
Food for special dietary needs
Programs that provide vitamins and other nutrients.
Free / Low-cost meals
Community programs generally open to all, but focused on individuals who are on low incomes, homeless or unemployed.
Grocery stores, fresh food and producers
Programs where the public can buy fresh food products, including grocery stores and cooperatives, farmers markets and farms.
Grow / Pick your own food
Programs that support members of the public to produce their own fruits and vegetables by giving access to community gardens, providing tools and advice on gardening, or by organizing trips to pick fresh produce directly from local farms.
Infant formula / Baby food
Programs that provide baby food, usually in addition to other baby items and groceries.
Non-profit catering services and eating establishments
Social enterprises providing meals and catering services. Some operate with the mandate of providing training or working experience to groups facing employment barriers.
Other food security initiatives
Organizations that advocate or run programs to increase food security in their local community, including food coalitions, food rescue programs, foundations, and other agencies/services generally involved in poverty and hunger reduction.
School meal programs
Programs that provide free or low-cost meals or snacks to school children.
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An RN, Palliative System Navigator, with specialized knowledge in Palliative Care, will ensure you and your family are connected to the services most needed. We will be with you throughout your journey.
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Therapists at Speech Therapy Works are committed to providing the highest quality service to you and your family. We are committed to making your service experience family-oriented and pleasant. Our clinical focus is in the area of pediatrics: speech therapy for children. We administer individual and group therapy in our clinic and at your home. We treat children at various stages of development every day. We work with children experiencing mild speech-language difficulties and children with significant speech-language delays. We have the expertise to provide effective therapy for children with various diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Down Syndrome.