This is a general overview of Crisis & Distress resources, serving Halton region
- In an emergency call 9-1-1 for police, fire and/or ambulance
- for emergency shelters in Halton and surrounding area, see listing BTN4778
General Crisis & Distress
YOUTH (17 yrs & younger)
ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids)
- 905-878-9785
- for children and youth in crisis, and caregivers/community members
- see listing, BTN4032
ADULTS (16 yrs & older)
COAST (Crisis Outreach and Support Team)
- 1-877-825-9011
- telephone support and mobile intervention program for those who are in crisis and have a mental health concern
- see listing, MHH0509
ALL AGES
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
- call or text 9-8-8, or 1-833-456-4566
- national telephone and text suicide prevention and support
- see listing, MET7492
Distress Centre Halton
- Oakville: 905-849-4541
- Burlington: 905-681-1488
- North Halton: 905-877-1211
- Hamilton: 905-561-5800
- see listing, MHH0488
Addiction & Gambling
ConnexOntario
- 1-866-531-2600 or text CONNEX to 247247
- online chat
- access to addiction, mental health and problem gambling services
- see listing, LON6230
Caregivers
Ontario Caregiver Organization
- Toll free helpline 1-833-416-2273 (CARE)
- supports Ontario's caregivers by being the one point of contact for information about existing services and supports
- online chat
- peer and community support groups
- see listing, MET8105
Children and Youth Mental Health
One Stop Talk (available Mon-Fri 12 noon-8 pm & Sat 12 noon-4 pm)
- 1-855-416-8255
- connect directly with a counsellor through online chat, video and voice
- offers children, youth (under 18 yrs) and their families immediate access to free mental health support through single session counselling and ensures direct referral to additional service when needed
- services are provided through an integrated network of infant, child and youth mental health agencies across Ontario
- see listing, MET1991
Kids Help Phone
- 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
- online chat
- bilingual help-line provides free counselling, information and referral on anonymous basis to children and youth
- ages 5-30
- see listing, MET6983
Good2Talk (post-secondary school students)
- Counselling Line: 1-866-925-5454
- Crisis Text Line: text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
- provides information and referrals about services and supports for mental health, addictions and well-being on and off campus or speak anonymously with a professional counsellor
- see listing, MET2344
Naseeha (available daily, 12 noon-3 am)
- Helpline and Text line: 1-866-627-3342
- Muslim youth helpline serving Muslim and non-Muslim youth across North America
- a safe zone for youths and individuals to talk and get the help they need
- provides workshops, web therapy sessions, and phone & texting mental health support
- see listing, PEL1127
Youthspace.ca (available daily 9 pm-12 midnight)
- Text line: 778-783-0177
- Online crisis and emotional support chat service for youth
- chat online or via text message
- conversations limited to 60 minutes
- see listing, IMP0305
First Responders
Boots on the Ground
- Toll free 1-833-677-2668
- peer support for first responders
- services offered to retired and serving police officers, firefighters, EMS, corrections officers, and nurses across the province
- able to provide in person peer support as needed
- see listing, OAK0181
Indigenous peoples
Hope for Wellness Helpline
- 1-855-242-3310
- online chat
- a mental health helpline, telephone or online chat, for Indigenous peoples
- provides immediate, culturally relevant crisis counselling support
- refers callers to additional supports if needed
- see listing, IMP0326
TALK4HEALING
- Helpline and Text line: 1-855-554-4325 (1-855-554-HEAL)
- online chat
- 24/7 help, support and resources for Indigenous women, by Indigenous women, all across Ontario
- services in 14 Indigenous languages
- see listing, IMP0327
Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
- 1-866-925-4419
- immediate and culturally appropriate counselling supports to former students who are experiencing distress
- see website
2SLGBTQ+
LGBT YouthLine (available Sun to Fri, 4 pm-9:30 pm)
- Text 647-694-4275
- email: [email protected]
- online chat
- peer support by email, text and online chat
- information and referral
- anonymous and confidential
- Youth Line blog
- referral database of LGBTQ+ youth services
- see listing, MET7095
Trans Lifeline (available Mon-Fri 1 pm-9 pm)
- Toll free 1-877-330-6366
- a hot-line that is staffed by transgender people for transgender people in crisis
- based out of the USA
- see listing, IMP0092
Interligne
- Phone or Text 1-888-505-1010
- confidential information and support service for individuals concerned with sexual orientation and gender identity issues
- service offered through telephone, text, chat, and email
- Acts of Homophobia Registry
- see listing, IMP0133
Veterans
Veterans Affairs Canada Assistance Service
- Toll free 1-800-268-7708
- TTY 1-800-567-5803
- psychological support for veterans, former RCMP members, their families and caregivers
- see website
VETS (Veterans Emergency Transition Services) Canada
- 1-888-228-3871
- for Canadian veterans who are in crisis, at risk of becoming homeless or are homeless and their family members
- see listing, IMP0122
Sexual Assault and Domestic/Family Violence
YOUTH
Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting (see full listing, BTN0483)
For children in need of care/protection, report to either:
- Halton Children's Aid Society at 905-333-4441 or toll free 1-866-607-5437
- Halton Regional Police Service, Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Bureau at (non-emergency) 905-825-4747 ext 8970
ADULTS
Halton Womens Place
- South Halton: 905-332-7892
- North Halton: 905-878-8555
- 24 hour crisis lines and shelter for abused women and their dependent children, emergency transportation to shelter available
- see listing, BTN2544
SAVIS (Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services)
- 24 hour crisis line: 905-875-1555
- free individual counselling for ages 16 and up
- support services for friends and family members
- advocacy, support and accompaniment to Nina's Place, the police station and court
- see listing, OAK2741
Femaide
- 1-877-336-2433 (1-877-FEMAIDE)
- provincial crisis line and confidential services for Francophone women who are victims or survivors of any form of violence or are in distress
- crisis intervention, support and referral to community agencies
- see listing, MET4619
Assaulted Women's Helpline
- 1-866-863-0511 or text #SAFE (#7233) on your Bell, Rogers, Fido or Telus mobile phone
- telephone crisis counselling, emotional support, information and referrals to emergency shelters, legal information and community services
- ages 16 and up
- see listing, MET5691
Seniors Safety Line
- 1-866-299-1011
- 24 hour crisis and support line for seniors in Ontario who have experienced any type of abuse or neglect
- see listing, MET5690
Other three-digit (N11) helplines serving Halton
- 811 - Health Care Information & Service Navigation Assistance (Health Connect Ontario)
- 711 - Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS, relay service, IP-relay)
- 611 - Telephone Service Provider
- 511 - Provincial Road Conditions & Tow Truck Services, in restricted Tow Zones (Ontario 511)
- 411 - Commercial & Residential Directory Assistance (YellowPages)
- 311 - Regional Services Intake & Information, Public & Family Health Information Line (Access Halton)
- 211 - Community Information, Resource & Service Navigation (Ontario 211)
For a larger list of resources available, visit General Crisis Intervention Hotlines or Distress Phone Lines
Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
- for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
- to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
- physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
- personal-social behaviours
- basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
- see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
- Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
- Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
- may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired
- for programs see here
Job Training
- Vocational Education, see here
- On the Job Training, see here
- Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
Apprenticeship
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
- for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
- for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
- for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
- Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
- Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
- Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
Peer support group for parents and caregivers of children, youths or adults living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Free Call-In Counselling
- single session individual counselling
- talk one-on-one with qualified counsellors
- available over the phone or via video conferencing
- get support with no referral or appointment necessary
- later appointments available upon request
- provides small group support, follow up programs, and individual support as a bridge prior to group commencement
- volunteers are individuals who have experienced grief in their own lives
- each volunteer is committed to providing safe support and compassionate care
A program administered by Halton Women's Place to protect pets from violence
- if a woman is seeking shelter and has a companion animal, the shelter will work closely with the client, local veterinarians, animal welfare agencies, pet boarding facilities and volunteers to help in keeping their pet safe
Services may include:
- any veterinary care or vaccinations that are needed
- safe transport out to a nearby kennel or boarding facility
- support in facilitating visits between women/children and their pets during their stay at Halton Women's Place
Initially created in collaboration with the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association
- funded through collaboration with PetSmart Charities through grant support and fundraising efforts where possible
Major Services:
- 24 hour crisis lines for abused women
- HWP Chat provides online support, Mon-Sun 24 hrs, from a training Violence Against Women Counsellor
- safe shelter accommodation, food, and basic personal items for a maximum of 8 weeks for abused women and their dependent children
- individual and/or supportive group counselling at the shelter
- community agency information and referral when necessary
- court support for interim custody and restraining orders
- children's services
- emergency transportation to shelter, if necessary
- depart planning
- SafePet Program
- advocacy and public education around ending violence against women
- transitional support program
- accepts donations of goods for those in the shelter and those moving from the shelter to permanent housing (see list of needs here)
Family Court Support Worker Program
Facilitates a victim's understanding of and passage through the familly court system.
Support provided includes:
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- debriefing with clients following family court appearances
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
Schools programs
- EngageMENt 'male ally' program is a conversation-based 8-week program led by a male facilitator that guides male students through discussion around popular and sports culture, through a gender lens, and discusses what 'healthy masculinity' means, wrapping up by planning an experiential or service learning initiative (participants may receive up to 15 volunteer hours toward their Community Involvement requirement)
Mobile service which supports youth, single females and families at risk of homelessness, or episodic homelessness, to find immediate, long-term, safe and stable housing alternatives
- Emergency Supportive Housing Program for families and individual women in short-term accommodations
- Housing First services and case management for adults, youth and families
- Advocacy, referrals and community support to improve housing retention
An overview of emergency shelters in the region of Halton and surrounding areas
Halton's Emergency Shelters
For general emergency shelter intake in Halton, call Access Halton at 3-1-1
- If someone is homeless or sleeping outside
- contact Halton Social and Community Services at [email protected] or 1-866-442-5866
- If someone is experiencing a mental health crisis
- call the Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST) at 1-877-825-9011
- for more details see here
Salvation Army Halton Lighthouse Shelter
- 905-339-2918 or call 3-1-1 and ask for referral
- emergency shelter services for men, located in Oakville
- shelter may be able to arrange transportation
- for more details see full listing here
Wesley Housing Services - Halton
- email [email protected] or call 3-1-1 and ask for referral
- emergency shelter services for youth, single females and families
- Housing First services and case management for adults, youth and families
- advocacy, referrals and community integration to improve housing retention
- for more details see full listing here
Emergency Shelter for abused women, their dependent children and pets:
Halton Womens Place
- Shelters
- South Halton 905-332-1593
- North Halton 905-878-8970
- Crisis Phone
- South Halton 905-332-7892
- North Halton 905-878-8555
- Administration 905-332-1200
- online chat through HPW Chat
- protects pets from violence through the SafePet Program
- for more details see full listing here
Emergency Shelter's in Surrounding Regions
ShelterSafe.ca
- an online clickable map that connects women with the nearest shelter
- map provides the shelter's 24 hour phone number and/or website, and information on each shelter's pet policy, wheelchair accessibility, and availability of children's programming
- for more details see full listing here
Hamilton
To find shelter information call 905-546-2489, or 211
- for more information on shelters in the Hamilton area, see here
Niagara
To find shelter information call 1-800-263-3695, or 211
- for more information on shelters in Niagara Region, see here
Peel
To find shelter information call Street Helpline Peel 1-877-848-8481
- for more information on shelters in Peel, see here
Wellington County and City of Guelph
To find shelter information call the County of Wellington 1-844-824-1212
- for more Information on shelters in Wellington County, see here
Toronto
To find shelter information all the central intake line 1-877-338-3398
- for more information on shelters in the City of Toronto, see here
This listing provides an overview of infant seat and booster seat laws, and car seat clinics
- all drivers are responsible for ensuring that passengers under 16 are secured properly
For details on specific requirements for different age groups from infants to youth, installation and tips, see:
Car Seat Clinics
Information about infant and child car seat installation and inspection clinics can be found through the Halton Region Police Service's website or by calling Halton Region at 3-1-1
If you witness or suspect someone is a victim of human trafficking or sexual exploitation or if a victim comes to you there are agencies in Halton Region that offer help and support services:
Reporting to Police
Halton Regional Police Service
- call 905-825-4777 and ask for the on-duty Vice unit officer
- 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
Crisis Support & Counselling
Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton (SAVIS)
- 24/7 crisis line 905-875-1555
- Anti-Human Trafficking Services 905-825-3622
- 24/7 distress line Oakville 905-849-4541, Burlington 905-681-1488, North Halton 905-877-1211
COAST (Crisis Outreach and Support Team)
- 24/7 crisis line 1-877-825-9011
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
- 24/7 helpline 1-833-900-1010
Peer Accompaniment or Mobile Support Workers
Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton (SAVIS)
- 905-825-3622 (after hours call crisis line 905-875-1555)
- 905-624-1755 (after hours call Female Mobile Support 905-459-1315 ext 250)
Restorations Second Stage Homes
- 905-962-7378
Emergency Shelter and Practical Assistance
- 905-878-8555 (north Halton), 905-332-7892 (south Halton)
- call 3-1-1
- emergency shelter intake and referral to Salvation Army Halton Lighthouse Shelter (men) or Wesley Housing Services - Halton (women and families)
Halton Regional Police Service - Victim Services
- 905-825-4777 ext 5239
Health Care Support (sexual assault or abuse) & Hospital Emergency Rooms
Nina's Place (located at Joseph Brant Hospital)
- 905-336-4116
- Halton Region's only sexual assault and domestic violence care centre
- 905-632-3737
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
- 905-845-2571
- 905-878-2383
- 905-873-0111
Support for people younger than 18 or have dependents younger than 18
- 24/7 helpline 905-333-4441
Halton Regional Police Service - Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Bureau
- 24/7 non-emergency 905-825-4747 ext 8970
Internet Child Exploitation Counselling Program (ICE)
- 1-866-264-8900, Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
- referrals to short-term counselling
Milton, ON, L9T 1Y7
Provides Information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process
- services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids, trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
Vulnerable Victims and Family Fund -- financial and court-based supports to enable victims of crime and families of homicide victims to attend court
- travel arrangements and expenses
- language interpretation
- real-time captioning or other equipment for victims with disabilities
Milton, ON, L9T 5E3
Provides supportive housing and outreach case management services throughout Halton for people diagnosed with a serious mental illness
- services are based on a flexible, rehabilitative model of support and are tailored to meet the needs of the people
Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT)
- for clients with severe and persistent mental illness, with priority given to people with schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders and with bipolar disorder
- for more information, see listing
Halton HOMES Program
- provides affordable housing and supports for adults who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
Outreach case management/support service
- for clients 18 years of age or older with a diagnosed mental illness living in the community
Core supportive housing Program
- provides safe, secure, affordable, and decent accommodation in a variety of settings
- rent-geared-to-income housing
Justice Supportive Housing Program
- provides affordable accommodation and flexible supports for people with serious mental illness who have come into conflict with the criminal justice system
Volunteer Program
Milton, ON, L9T 4Z9
A Christian organization which provides community programming and Christian teaching for both children and adults
Community and Family Services include:
- food bank
- spiritual needs
- subsidized Summer Day Camp
- youth programs
- Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP), providing one time help with those struggling to pay their hydro arrears
- diaper voucher program (in partnership with MCRC Infant Food Bank)
- clothing and household voucher program
- Christmas assistance
- volunteers always welcome, contact office for more information
Milton, ON, L9T 2M3
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario -- Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- Peer Support Meetings
- LGBTQ2SIA+ Workplace Inclusion Training
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
An outpatient addiction medicine clinic that provides expert assessment, brief counseling, and medication-assisted treatment for a variety of substance use disorders including opioids, alcohol, stimulants, cannabis, smoking cessation, and benzodiazepine tapering guidance
Services are covered by OHIP, and all patients are under the care of doctors with expertise in addiction medicine
Offers same day walk-in service, with immediate access to methadone and suboxone programs for opioid addiction, and medication-assisted treatment for addiction involving alcohol or other substances * provides both short-term stabilization and longer-term follow-up care * patients are also connected with addiction counselling and other supports to assist in their recovery
Located at Milton Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
A program supports children's healing from the effects of exposure to abuse and supports mothers to assist their children in this healing process
- 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
- free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
- group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
- separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
Offers individual and group counselling for women who have experienced emotional, physical and/or sexual abuse by a partner
- available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
- individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
- information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
- services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
- eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
- group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
Offers many different types of counselling for people who are experiencing personal and family problems
- available in-person, by video or by phone (as clinically appropriate)
Counselling services include:
- individual counselling for issues including, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress, loneliness, grief, job loss, sexual orientation, sexuality, chronic illness and sexual abuse
- couple counselling for those who want to improve communication, problem solving, conflict management, and sexual issues
- family counselling for dealing with the loss of a family member, conflict, effective discipline, substance abuse, school problems, parenting issues and concerns for aging parents
- separation counselling for dealing with the emotional reaction when a relationship ends, which may include grief, loss, anger & strategies for resolving custody and access issues
- blended family counselling for helping couples let go of previous relationships, adjust to a new relationship, and define parenting roles
- youth counselling for supporting mental well-being
Also offer:
- group programs for education, skills and support including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills-informed and programs for women and children who have experienced abuse
- walk-in counselling clinic for single-session therapy designed to provide support, feedback and ideas on making positive life changes, for more information see here
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
A 12-week group education and counselling program on intimate partner violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
- survivors/partners of the offender are provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on the offender's progress
The program helps participants to:
- take full responsibility for their behaviour
- understand the effects of their behaviour on their partner and their children
- identify and change attitudes that lead to abusive behaviour
- learn to respect the opinions and wishes of all family members
There are separate programs for men and women:
- groups are offered online
- men can join the online program from the Burlington office, if required
- individual sessions are provided for those with same sex-partners
Milton, ON, L9T 4X5
Professional counsellors/therapists offer individuals, couples and families hope, comfort and guidance when faced with the challenges of life
Major services:
Counselling:
- individual, couples, family and group treatment
- individual counselling for survivors of sexual abuse
Client advocacy:
- assistance to cope successfully within the system
Employee assistance services:
- improving employee welfare and productivity, trauma intervention, management, consulting
Grief counselling
Service for abused women:
- individual and group counselling
- group counselling for children
Milton, ON, L9T 0K4
Access to health care support at home, at school or in the community * Care Coordinators work with people in the community or leaving hospital to determine what help is needed and arrange for care * care is provided in community settings such as the home, school, residential facility or nursing community clinic * provides information about other community services and refers when appropriate
Services available to eligible patients may include:
- nursing
- nurse practitioner
- personal support
- physiotherapy and occupational therapy
- speech and language therapy
- social work
- nutrition and food counselling (dietitians)
- palliative care
- medical supplies and equipment
- access to long-term care homes
- access to supported living (adult day programs, supportive housing, retirement homes and assisted living)
- health support in the school
- specialized services for people living with specific health conditions
- referral to other community supports
Information and Referral - thehealthline.ca provides online access to health care information and services in Ontario, or call the referral phone service at 310-2222 - in English or 310-2272 - in French
Children's Health Services - Special health services for children in both the home and school environment * supports children when health care provision is essential to a student's participation and development in school programs * services are provided within public, private or home-based schools
Mental Health and Addiction Nurses - Assessments, interventions and support to students and families with mental health and or addiction issues * consultation to school staff in regards to mental health and/or addiction issues as appropriate
Placement Services - Determine eligibility for admission to long-term care facilities and prioritize and manage the admission process * support and information is provided to applicants and their families prior to and during the admission process
Nursing Clinics - Nursing services for ambulatory patients at clinics located in the community
Health Care Connect - Refers people who do not have a doctor to a family health care provider who may be accepting new patients * once registered, program participants are assigned to a Care Connector * Care Connectors work with family doctors and nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients * Health811 (get connected to health care 24/7)
Adult Day Programs - Programs that promote wellness, dignity, and enhance quality of life in a social setting, and provide a much-needed break for persons providing care and support at home * contact Central Registry at 905-281-4443 ext 122 for information and how to apply
Milton, ON, L9T 1P5
Staff assist individuals experiencing employment, mental health, addiction, relationship, parenting or self management problems through direct service or referrals to appropriate agencies.
Services include:
- Anger & Emotion Management - for adults and youth (fee for service)
- Short term Individual Counselling for Youth and Adults
- That's a Wrap (TAW) Program for youth (12-24) at risk of/with current justice involvement
- Sexting Program - Youth
- Healthy Partner Relationship Program (fee for service)
- Hate Crimes Education and Prevention - counselling and workshops
- Effective Communication
- Life skills programs
- Information & referral to community services
- Record Suspension (Pardon)
- Parenting Program
Milton, ON, L9T 4N5
Provides adults in Halton Region the opportunity to achieve secondary school credits
Programs include:
- Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
- Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
- Cooperative Education Credit
- Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
- Night School Credit
- Summer School Credit
- Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
- for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
- for more information, see here