Stepped Care Inventory

Social and Recreation Groups for Persons with Dementia. 
Various Programs Offered.
Huron County Toll-free: 1-800-561-5012
Perth County Toll-free: 1-888-797-1882
Age 18+

Respite Services
An opportunity for caregivers to take a break and focus on themselves, their health and their interests.

Adults are referred for respite through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-437-6797 or access information on the DSO website.
18+
Link

Respite Services
Huron Respite Network provides planned, periodic, and short-term respite for families who are the primary caregiver of children and youth with developmental and physical disabilities and mental health concerns.

Parents, caregivers, and members of a child’s team may make referrals for respite service by contacting the Respite Manager at 519.524.7362 extension 222 or respite@clch.ca.
Ages 0-18
Link

Children and Youth Counselling Program
A special counselling and support program available for children and youth who have witnessed violence at home.
Ages 0-17

Outreach Counselling & Advocacy Services
Individual and group counselling for women who have, or are currently experiencing abuse of any kind.
16+

Transition Support Counselling Program
Available to women in Huron County who are experiencing moments of transition in their lives and have experienced violence.
16+

Employment Support
Provides employment and skills development services for people with disabilities and/or employment related barriers.
15+
Link

1-866-95-LEADS (1-866-955-3237)

Settlement Support
Provides settlement assistance to newcomers including information and referrals about community and government services such as healthcare, housing, legal, education and translation.
18+
Link

Toll-Free: (833) 283-6274 (MAPH)

Local: (226) 339-1547

Books & Bears for Kids
Offers a child’s book, tailored to their type of loss, literature for parents/guardians and a comfort bear.
Ages 0-17
Link

519-291-5141

WILOW
The County of Huron provides eligible OW clients and their family members with free, confidential, short-term counselling support program for personal, family and work-related problems.
Children-Adult
Link

519.482.8505
Toll Free: 1.888.371.5718

Employment Support
Provides support services for individuals with employment challenges, to obtain and maintain employment.
18+
Link

1-888-729-9675

Pregnancy and Parenting Support
Trained volunteers are here to help individuals dealing with some of the most difficult challenges and questions you may ever have to face. A safe, confidential environment for you to find answers and explore options. Provides free pregnancy tests, can meet one-on-one to discuss options available, provide infant necessities and system navigate to other community services/resources.
12+
Link

(519) 606-0046

Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program
Six hour educational/informational program offered in small group or individual format as part of the Direct Accountability Program.
18+
Link

Anger Awareness (Goderich + Stratford)
Interactive program designed for youth that focuses on helping youth to appropriately deal with their feelings of anger. Can be done individually or in group format. Attempts to address proven criminogenic risks and needs in the areas of anger, hostility and aggression and was specifically designed for youth at risk.
Ages 12-17

Goderich 519-524-8822
Stratford 519-271-2950

Anger and Substance Abuse Program
Educational/informational program that targets persons charged with a criminal offence where anger management and/or substance use appear to have been a contributing factor to the offending behaviour.
18+
Link

Victim Crisis Assistance
The program offers immediate, on-site services to victims of crime and/or tragic circumstances 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year.
Children-Adult
Link

Huron 519-600-4108 
Perth 519-271-9998

Support Groups for Persons living with Dimentia
A support group for people in the early states of dementia.
18+
Link

Caregiver of a Person with Dimentia Living in Long Term Care
A monthly support group specific to caregivers of a loved one living in Long Term Care.
18+
Link

In-Home Therapeutic Recreation
Offers individualized activities for persons living with dementia either in-home or virtually.
18+
Link

Bereavement Group
4 week support/education program for the general public who have lost a loved one to dementia. Opportunities for education and time for discussion.
18+
Link

1:1 Mentoring
Mentoring program that provides boys and girls with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with.
Ages 6-16
Link

In School Mentoring
Provides youth in the elementary school system with a mentor for one hour per week for the duration of the school year. Matches meet on school property and engage in activities.
6+ (in elementary school)
Link

Group Mentoring
Offers boys and girls an opportunity to enhance social skills and develop friendships while participating in a variety of fun, recreational activities under the guidance of adult mentors.
16+
Link

1:1 Mentoring
Mentoring program that provides boys and girls with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with.
16+
Link

Group Mentoring
Offers boys and girls an opportunity to enhance social skills and develop friendships while participating in a variety of fun, recreational activities under the guidance of adult mentors.
Ages 6-16
Link

1:1 Mentoring
Mentoring program that provides boys and girls with a role model to talk to and share the experiences of growing up with.
Ages 6-16
Link

Big Bunch
Weekly group program for the duration of the school year with a day trip in the summer.
Phone: 519-235-1780
Ages 6-16

Community Mentoring
Traditional mentoring, cross gender mentoring (Big Sister with Little Brother), Couples for Kids (couple with little for two-to-one friendship), Big Family (allows a family to enjoy spending time together with a little, giving the child a chance to make friends with each family member).
Phone: 519-235-1780
Ages 6-16

Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds
Group mentoring program that provides adolescent girls with information and support to make informed lifestyle choices while maintaining sensitivity toward their emotional, social and cultural issues.
Phone: 519-235-1780
Girls 9-14

In School Mentoring
Provides youth in the elementary school system with a mentor for one hour per week for the duration of the school year. Matches meet on school property and engage in activities.
6+ (in elementary school)
Link

Share the Care
Caregiving model that helps people pool their talents, time and resources to assist a friend or loved one facing significant health challenges.
519-525-6331
18+
Link

Sexual Assault Counselling Program
For individuals who have experienced sexual abuse including historical/childhood sexual abuse.
1-800-265-5506
Children-Adult
Link

Partner Assault Response Program
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict within the relationship. Victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources and information on the offenders progress.
519-438-4168
18+
Link

Caregiver Connections
A support group for caregivers raising children with disabilities, autism or mental health concerns.
1-226-699-0707
18+
Link

Circle of Security
Caregivers learn how to support their children’s ability to manage emotions and feeling of security.
1-226-699-0707
18+
Link

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
A peer support group for grandparent caregivers.
1-226-699-0707 ext 104
jrobertson@rrhc.on.ca
18+
Link

Helping Children with Loss
A program for parents to receive practical knowledge for supporting children who are experiencing the loss of a loved one, separation/divorce, loss of a pet, moving, etc.
1-226-699-0707
18+
Link

Nobody’s Perfect
A participant-centered approach to supporting parents in learning and building upon positive parenting skills.
1-226-699-0707
18+
Link

Sibshops
A peer support group for siblings of children who have a disability, autism or mental health concern.
1-226-699-0707
Ages 0-17
Link

Living Options for Youth (Shelter)
Provides youth with emergency shelter stays. LOFY has 14 single-occupancy bedrooms, a kitchen and lounge room, a computer room, a men’s and women’s washroom and a onsite-laundry. 
519-272-2294
Ages 16-24
Link

Victim Quick Response
Provides limited financial assistance to victims of violent crimes who require immediate assistance that cannot be obtained through other sources. There are three components that may provide financial assistance for: short-term counselling services, funding for funeral expenses for victims of homicide and funding for immediate emergency expenses in five categories.
Children-Adult
Link

Huron 519-600-4108 
Perth 519-271-9998

Healthy Babies Healthy Children
Healthy Babies Healthy Children (HBHC) is a free, voluntary program for expectant parents and families with children from birth up to transition to school. The HBHC program involves providing information and support to prenatal individuals and parents during the postpartum stage up to when the child enters school, as well as support to navigate referrals to other community services to reduce health inequities. HBHC offers home visits to eligible families with the support of a public health nurse and peer support from a parent resource visitor.
Parents with children up to entry to school
Link

Creative Flow
This 6-week series introduces participants to the concepts and techniques of watercolour, and self-regulation through journaling, breathing, meditation and yoga, all used as tools to explore the connection of art and life.
Check website for registration
18+
Link

Mindful Eating – Emotional Eating and Good Craving Management Group
This program was designed to help those who: eat to cope with their emotions; are frustrated that dieting does not work for them; say they are emotionally eating; eat when they are not hungry and struggle with powerful food cravings.
Check website for registration
18+
Link

Mindful Moments (Mindfulness Drop in Clinic)
A weekly, virtual opportunity to meet and meditate for those who have some experience with mindfulness practice. A variety of meditations will be offered including: sitting, mindful movement and loving kindness.
Check website for registration
18+
Link

Mindfulness Yoga Group
Discover what mindfulness is and learn techniques scientifically proven to decrease stress and change the wiring of your brain to improve your mood.
Check website for registration or call 519-236-4314
18+
Link

Parents/Caregivers Support Program for Multiples
A program for parents or caregivers of twins, triplets and higher order multiples. One-on-one and group support with an NP who can provide guidance, support and emotional assistance to overcome the challenges and answer the questions that may arise both pre and post-partum.
Check website for registration or call 519-236-4314
18+
Link

Mind Body Medicine
This group practices mindfulness using proven techniques to bring about inner peace. These techniques are also effective in reducing symptoms of mood and anxiety problems.
519-600-3736
18+
Link

Mindful Yoga
Provides patients with an increased knowledge and practice of yoga and meditation as treatment for a variety of mental health or related issues, i.e. anxiety, depression, chronic pain and past trauma.
519-524-6060
18+

Peer Support
These workers use their own lived experiences with mental health and addiction to walk alongside individuals in their own journey of recovery and wellness. They offer supportive listening, but also help with navigating the mental health, addiction and health care systems.
16+
Link

Phoenix Support Centre
Based in Stratford, the Centre offers a variety of groups and drop-in peer support services for both youth and adults.
12+
Link

Togetherall
We offer a diverse and safe online community – a place where people can feel safe to share their feelings, support each other, and start to feel better. We expand the role and reach of peer support to populations large and small. Available 24/7.
16+
Link

Huron Perth Seniors Mental Health & Addictions Team Program
The Huron Perth Seniors Mental Health and Addiction Response Team provides a range of specialized mental health services and education for seniors.
Mobile Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) services are offered and include assessment, treatment and support for older adults living with chronic and persistent mental health concerns, addictions, and/or responsive behaviours associated with dementia and/or neurocognitive conditions.
This program offers:
∙ Access to Huron Perth Enhanced Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant
∙ Clinical transition support
∙ Goal specific community treatment
∙ Assistance with medication issues
∙ Assessment, consultation
∙ Non-legal advocacy and liaison
∙ Collaboration with community agencies
∙ Psychosocial Rehabilitation Supports (group and one-to-one)
∙ Short-term case management supports in the home
∙ Assessment and case consultation with Psychiatry and/or Geriatrician
Education
∙ Facilitated by Enhanced Psychogeriatric Resource Consultant on subjects related to seniors’ mental health issues, dementia and addictions.
In-service training provided to long-term care homes, community groups and residential care homes.

https://www.hpha.ca/seniorsmentalhealth

519-271-6819
1-888-261-9350
Referral Form
Link
65+

Caregiver Support
Various programs offered. An opportunity to connect with other caregivers, enhance your understanding of dementia and develop practical strategies for supporting a person living with dementia. Offered in a variety of formats.
Children-Adult

Perth County Site: Toll-free: 1-888-797-1882
Huron County Site: Toll-free: 1-800-561-5012
Link

Grief and Bereavement Support Groups
Offers support to those of all ages who are grieving a loss. Programs and workshops vary throughout the year and services are offered as needed.
Children-Adult
519-291-5141
Link

Social Work and Bereavement
Services available to hospice residents.
Children-Adult

Jaclyn Turpin, MSW, RSW
519.508.4900 ext. 740 jaclyn@rotaryhospice.ca

Melissa McManus, MSW, RSW
519.508.4900 ext. 740
melissam@rotaryhospice.ca

Link

Workshops – Mindfulness
Provides patients with an increased knowledge and practice of meditation as a treatment for a variety of mental health or related issues, i.e. anxiety, depression, chronic pain and past trauma.
519-232-2362 x223
Link
18+

Workshops – Coping with Grief
Assist in improving the emotional well being of each participant while providing researched based models and stages of grief and loss.
519-232-2362 x223
Link
18+

Workshops – Persistent Pain
Program strives to assist in improving the health and well being of all participants as well as empowering them in their own self-management of their pain.  
519-232-2362 x223
Link
18+

Workshops – Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Providing caregivers improve self-care behaviours by increasing exercise and relaxation to improve emotion management by reducing feelings of guilt, anger, depression and improving self-confidence.
519-232-2362 x223
Link
18+

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Various resources to help improve sleep. Workshops and print resources available. Trained Mental Health counsellor offers a drop-in program for patients to receive system navigation, self-help, and CBT-i intervention for improving sleep (review of sleep logs, strategies to improve sleep).
Drop in only at Tavistock Clinic see website for dates
Link
18+

Happiness 101
You will learn scientifically proven interventions that lead to lasting and sustainable happiness. These interventions are based on the research findings from Positive Psychology (the scientific study of optimal human functioning).
Check website for registration
Link
18+

Community Wellness
Social & Leisure Groups and Events to help build social skills and find meaningful activities to promote recovery. Physical wellness & health activities, education and support to improve physical health. Personal awareness & growth teaching life and living skills to support living with a mental illness. Creative self-expression groups and learning opportunities to encourage creativity and self-expression. In addition a safe, welcoming and inclusive centre that supports individuals through drop-in services.
519-235-0335, ext. 4251
exeter@cmhatv.ca
Link
16+

Family Support
Provides family members, caregivers and friend with tools to help in the recovery process of a loved one. Participants will learn about mental illness, coping strategies and community support for both themselves and the individual struggling with their mental health or addiction.
Application
Link
16+

Buddy Up Social Skills Group
A facilitated group experience for youth, with Asperger’s Syndrome or Autism. Young people learn and practice social skills with their peers.
 519-273-1020 or 1-800-268-0903.
Link
Ages 11-14

Connecting Seniors Program
Provides personal growth groups for men and women.
Link
55+

Public Education and Awareness
Various programs offered for the community and health care providers.
Children-Adult

Perth County Site: Toll-free: 1-888-797-1882
Huron County Site: Toll-free: 1-800-561-5012
Link

First Link Care Navigation
A referral program that connects a person living with dementia to their local Alzheimer Society, from time of diagnosis and throughout the duration of their experience living with the disease.
65+
Referral Tool
Link

Client Education Program
Various programs offered.
Children-Adult

Perth County Site: Toll-free: 1-888-797-1882
Huron County Site: Toll-free: 1-800-561-5012
Link

Mental Health Counsellors
Provides school-wide mental health promotion, prevention, intervention and counselling services to students at both an elementary and secondary level.

School-based mental health services – contact school Principal, Resource Teacher, Guidance Teacher
Link
students in AMDSB

Independent Program
Extension of residential program; provides continued care and support to adolescents in the community.
(519) 524-8012 ext 207
Link
Ages 18-24

Volunteer Visiting
Volunteers make weekly visits to clients’ homes. The focus of the visit is to provide emotional, social and/or practical support to those living with a life-limiting illness and provide support to their caregivers.
Children-Adult
519-508-4900 ext 730
referrals@rotaryhospice.ca
Link

Introduction to Mindfulness
6-week introductory level program where you will learn to use strategies based on meditation and mindful movement to manage stress, enhance balance of body and mind and promote improved well-being and healing.
Check website for registration
18+
Link

Older Adults and their Caregivers
Counselling and information for older adults and/or their family members, caregivers and significant others.
 519-273-1020 or 1-800-268-0903.
Link
55+

Respite Care Coordination
Flexible, periodic short-term break from caregiving to provide rest and renewal for the caregiving family.
519-273-1020 or 1-800-268-0903.
Link
Ages 0-17

Women’s Counselling
Small group program where women can discuss issues such as addiction, abuse, handling finances, relationships and parenting.
519-273-1020 or 1-800-268-0903.
Link
18+

BounceBack for Teens
BounceBack® coaches, help you learn skills to improve your mental health in up to six telephone sessions.  Multiple topics are available form nine booklets.
Referral Form
Link
Ages 15-17

BounceBack for Adults
BounceBack® is a free skill-building program from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) designed to help adults manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Using a series of self-selected workbooks and supported by a trained coach, you’ll will learn skills to manage low mood, worry and stress, and improve overall mental health.
Referral Form
Link
18+

Kids Help Phone
Kids Help Phone’s e-mental health services are available 24/7 across Canada. This means that we’re here for kids, teens and young adults from coast to coast to coast. Phone’s e-mental health services are available 24/7 across Canada. This means that we’re here for kids, teens and young adults from coast to coast to coast.
Urgent Help – Kids Help Phone
Link
Ages 6-21

Residential Program
Provides a supportive, communal living setting for youth and adolescents in need of an alternative living situation and who would benefit from individualized programming.
Up to age 18
Referrals for residential admission are received directly from Children’s Services Agencies. Case/Placement workers are requested to call the Executive Director to seek availability at Betamarsh Incorporated

Alternative Classroom
Provides an innovative classroom experience for students unable to function in a conventional school setting. Provides opportunities for students that have mental health issues, addictions, FAS/FAW, anger, behavioural issues, bereavement and loss and have been traumatized or need a break from the regular school system.
For School Aged Children
(519) 524-8012 ext 202
Link

Animal Assisted Therapy
Provided to residents in the residential program.
Up to age 18
(519) 524-8012 ext 202
Link

Foster Care
Provides a family setting for boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 18 who have experienced physical, sexual, emotional abuse or childhood trauma, as well as children who have demonstrated behavioural problems in their home, school and community.
Ages 3-18
(519) 524-8012 ext 202
Link

Grief Support Group
8 week bereavement program which helps people to discover new tools to deal with loss, no matter what the loss is.
18+
519-525-6331

Suicide Support Group
8 week support for those affected by suicide.
18+
519-525-6331

Grief Recovery Program
An action program for moving beyond death, divorce and other losses. Runs in either a group, or one-on-one setting.
Children-Adult
Adult Referral
Child Referral

Tear Soup
A support group for those living with loss. These are evening groups for support, understanding and fellowship; all while preparing, cooking and enjoying a meal together.
519-291-5141
Link
18+

Coping Skills Group
A 6 week program designed to help participants develop a wide range of coping skills to navigate the ups and downs of life.
Check website for registration
Link
18+

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
An evidence-based model of therapy that helps individuals accept their experiences and behaviours and to make positive changes to manage emotions and move forward in their lives.
Dr. L. Cleto’s Website
Link
18+

System Navigation and Supports related to Social Determinants of Health
This program provided by a Mental Health Clinician provides patient with knowledge, awareness, and the soft-transfer of a patient to programming services in the community to support improved mental health. The program also supports patients who struggle with social determinants of health which can create negative health outcomes.
Check website for registration
18+
Link

My Journey
Assists youth struggling with mental health concerns and/or addiction. Help is provided for both youth and their families through system navigation support throughout the duration of their treatment.
519-525-6959
Link
Ages 12-24

Sleep Sound, Sleep Smart, Feel Better
4 week course based on research which has shown cognitive behavioural therapy to be the most effective treatment for insomnia.
519-524-6060 ext 506
Link
18+

School Based Outreach Program
Provides school based support services to youth in schools.
School Aged
Link

Timely Access Team
Access to intake and service planning including brief services (weekly drop-in clinic, solutions-focused sessions, referrals to other community services).
Link
Up to age 18

Clinton
519-482-3931 ext 3221
Text 519-719-3134

LIstowel
519-291-1088 ext 4221
Text 519-719-3766

Stratford
519-273-3373 ext 2221
Text 519-719-2350

WHYS of Addiction
Provides education and support in a casual group format. Explore a number of topics that can help develop news skills, as well connect with other people and resources in your community. Offered virtually, or in person in Stratford.
Application
16+

Social Work Services 
Outpatient social work services are available to residents of South Huron. Services are short-term in nature (maximum of five sessions). Referrals can be made to other MH services.
16+
Referrals to the SHH Social Work Department can be made by the client themselves, a physician, or another healthcare provider in the community. A written request is sufficient. Please fax your referral to 519-235-3405.

Clinical Intensive Case Management
Provides time-limited, goal specific, in-home community treatment. The program focuses on relapse prevention and stabilization in the community utilizing psychological education, medication management, liaising with partner agencies and advocacy.
16+
Intake number at 519-524-8316 ext. 5750 or 1-877-695-2524 toll free, Fax 519-524-9349 or call the Huron Perth Helpline and Crisis Response 1-888-829-7484.
Link

Huron Community Mental Health Service – Counselling + Treatment
Individual appointments and groups are offered to clients living with moderate to severe mental health conditions through the utilization of evidence-based counselling and treatment approaches.
16+
Huron Community Mental Health Services Referral Form
Link

Huron Community Mental Health Service – Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Individual appointments and groups are offered to help support clients in developing coping skills, stress management, leisure pursuits, building self-esteem and positive relationships, and healthy living skills.
16+
Huron Community Mental Health Services Referral Form
Link

Huron Outreach Eating Disorder Program
Outreach, satellite partner of LHSC Eating Disorder program for individuals seeking treatment for eating disorders.
16+
Alexandra Marine & General Hospital Huron Outreach Eating Disorder program
Link

Outpatient Social Work Services
Access to a social worker at the ambulatory care clinic in both Wingham and Listowel. Can assist with system navigation and brief counselling support until longer-term support is obtained.
13+
Referrals can be made by anyone – Complete the referral form and fax to 519-291-1528

Eating Disorders Outreach Program
Huron Perth Clinical Intensive Case Management Program

Service provides time limited goal specific in-home community treatment. The program focusses on relapse prevention and stabilization in the community utilizing psychological education, medication management, liaising with partner agencies and advocacy.

https://www.hpha.ca/clinicalintensivecasemanagement

Listowel Mental Health Outpatient Services
Listowel Mental Health Outpatient Services provides evidence based individual and group psychotherapy counselling services.

In addition to individual and group psychotherapy, this program offers assessment and treatment planning.

Groups offered include:
Mental Health Skills for Recovery Group
Psychoeducation skill building group for those individuals who are currently on the Group and Individual Counselling Waitlist.

CBT for Anxiety Group
This 10 week group assists individuals in developing behavioural techniques and cognitive concepts to adaptively cope with generalized anxiety and panic symptoms.

This group is modeled after evidenced-based treatment of CBT.

Individuals who would find this group helpful are ready to actively engage in goal-oriented group-based treatment and experience symptoms of generalized anxiety or panic; are experiencing symptoms of generalized anxiety or panic which may limit the individual’s daily functioning and participation in normal or usual activities of daily living; are prepared to complete weekly CBT based homework and are committed to the regular practice of skills.

CBT for Mood Group
This 10 week group is a closed evidence-based group, designed to enhance individuals understanding of the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

This short-term treatment group aims to strengthen skills and strategies for increased coping and more adaptive ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.

DBT SKILLS Group
Using the DBT Training Manual developed by Marsha Linehan, this program is a broad-based cognitive-behavioural treatment for individuals who struggle with both over control and under control of emotions and associated cognitive and behavioural patterns.

The purpose of this group is to educate clients on how to assess and identify thoughts, feelings and behaviours and to provide education and training in the areas of mindfulness, interpersonal skills, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

This group is suited for individuals who have difficulty with exhibiting self-destructive or impulsive behaviours and need assistance managing negative core beliefs and emotions will benefit from this group.

This group lasts 2 hours in duration and consists of group instructions and dialogue as well homework as assigned.

https://www.hpha.ca/listowelmentalhealth

Sexual Abuse Treatment Program
The Sexual Abuse Treatment Program (SATP) is dedicated to providing comprehensive crisis support, counselling, therapy, information and advocacy services to individuals who have been sexually assaulted. The program promotes a person-centered approach to service delivery and respect for the person’s self-determination.

The program coordinates with other community supports whenever possible to support our clients. The program also provides education and training regarding sexual assault to community agencies.

This program offers:
∙ Assessments
∙ Group Counselling
∙ Individual Counselling
∙ Advocacy
∙ Education

Group include:
Solid Ground Group
Group treatment through the Solid Ground group is the initial step in the SATP program. This 10 session, weekly group provides tools on helping participants learn how to lessen the symptoms experienced after having been through a sexual assault.

Trauma Informed Yoga
Helps individuals connect with and find safety within their body, keeping them grounded.

https://www.hpha.ca/sexualabusetreatment

Transition Bed Program

The Transition Bed Program operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Transitional Case Workers work with the client and community supports to create and implement a plan for enhanced stability to meet urgent needs in a safe, therapeutic environment.

The goals of this program are to:
∙ Provide short term recovery-focused goal-based support
∙ Provide an appropriate response level to situational crisis involving individuals who are experiencing mental health, addictions and/or criminal justice system involvement
∙ Reduce unnecessary admissions to Inpatient Mental Health units
∙ Reduce hospital readmissions associated with situational crisis

Huron Perth Helpline and Crisis Response Team
The Huron Perth Helpline & Crisis Response Team is available to all residents of Huron and Perth Counties, who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

The Huron Perth Helpline & Crisis Response Team provides crisis assessments, brief crisis therapy, education about mental health and addiction services, and treatment referrals.

This service is offered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the helpline and in-person assessments.

Face-to-face assessments are offered in the following locations in Huron and Perth Counties:
∙ Hospital Emergency Departments (Goderich, Seaforth, Clinton, Wingham, Listowel, Exeter, Stratford, and St. Mary’s)
∙ Homes and communities
∙ Schools
∙ Doctor’s offices

https://www.hpha.ca/crisisprograms

Social Work Services
Short-term, time-limited social work supports.
65+
Call ONE CARE Intake toll free at 1-844-482-7800

Mental Health Counsellors
Provides school-wide mental health promotion, prevention, intervention and counselling services to students at both an elementary and secondary level.
All students in HPCDSB
Referral by School-based mental health services – contact school Principal, Resource Teacher, Guidance Teacher

Grief and Bereavement Services
Offered by Grace Winbow.
18+
Registration

Palliative Visiting Volunteer Program
Offers support for individuals challenged with life-limiting illness, their family members and caregivers. Service can include emotional support, family support and respite, companionship, practical support and bereavement support.
Children-Adult
519-291-5141

Social Work Counselling Services
Provides counselling sessions for individuals, couples and families. Provides individual counselling, system navigation, education and advocacy, linkages to other community services and facilitation of clinic programs
18+ and some younger children (based on case-by-case scenario)
Registration Link

Eating Disorders Dyad
A pilot program where a Mental Health Clinician and Registered Dieitian meet once or twice all together to support patients with disordered eating/eating disorder who are either awaiting treatment or exploring options for treatment.These meetings are not treatment, but are psycho-educational and involve exploring topics related to self-help resources and education about what happens when bodies do not get enough fuel. The RD and SW/RPs are participating in Eating Disorders Ontario support sessions for FHTs.
16+
Check website for registration

Individual Therapy Sessions
Mental Health Clinicians are able to see patients with a wide range of mental health-related concerns. Do not provide couples therapy at this time.
Children-Adult
Self-referral, please contact: 226-779-5550 or speak with your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner
Link

Mending Through Mindfulness: Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
8-week program is for anyone experiencing moderate anxiety/depression. It is also highly recommended for people with a history of depression. MBCT helps reduce stress and anxiety and prevents relapses in those who suffer from depression. It combines the practice of mindfulness meditation with the practical skills of learning to interrupt thought patterns that lead to negative spirals in mood.
18+
Link

Counselling Services
Confidential, professional counselling and psychotherapy services.
Children-Adult
519-284-3450 ext 3100

Mental Health Services
1:1 Counselling Services
Please speak to your Family Physician or Nurse Practitioner for a referral to the Mental Health Team
Children-Adult

Mental Health Services
1:1 Counselling Services
Referrals can be made by Primary Care Provider or allied health members of medical team
Children-Adult

Sleep Therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia and other sleep issues.
Check website for registration or call 519-236-4314
18+

Short and Long Term Counselling
Provided to individuals, couples and families. A number of groups are available as well.
519-271-7172
Children-Adult

Mental Health Team
Provides individual counselling, psychological assessment, system navigation, education and advocacy, linkages to other community services and facilitation of clinic programs i.e. yoga, meditation and sleep problems.
519-524-6060
Children-Adult

Mental Health Team
The MH Team is made up of regulated professionals and work with children through to seniors to provide therapy for a variety of issues that may include: depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, trauma/abuse, behavioural/attention concerns, school/work related concerns or issues related to loss or adjustment.

Listowel 519-291-4200
Wingham 519-357-3930

Exeter Transitional Supportive Shared Housing
Tenants live in safe, affordable housing where rent is geared to income. Tenants receive on going support as they gain greater independence. Low level of support provided.
Link
16+

Transitional Case Management
This program is designed to help navigate community supports, connect to resources and services and meet your short-term goals. Address housing issues, help transition back to community from hospital for example, budgeting, finding social and recreational supports and supporting you in making sure your physical and mental health needs are being addressed. The goal is to support the stabilization of clients in their natural environments by building healthy coping skills to live a fulfilling life.
Link
16+

Goderich and Exeter Independent Housing
Rent-subsidized apartments. Individuals are supported as they reintegrate into community.
Link
16+

1:1 Counselling
Subsidized counselling based on individual needs for children, youth and adults.
226-667-6767
info@cclondon.ca
Children-Adult

CCSCC: Coordinated Care for Children in Care
Supports children and youth who are healing from trauma In the care of various forms of foster parents.

Clinton 519-482-3931 ext 3221 / Text 519-719-3134
Listowel 519-291-1088 ext 4221 / Text 519-719-3766
Stratford 519-273-3373 ext 2221 / Text 519-719-2350
Link
Up to age 18

Counselling and Therapy
Offers a range of individual, family and group counselling approaches to address a broad range of child and youth mental health concerns.

Clinton 519-482-3931 ext 3221 / Text 519-719-3134
Listowel 519-291-1088 ext 4221 / Text 519-719-3766
Stratford 519-273-3373 ext 2221 / Text 519-719-2350
Link
Up to age 18

Addiction Supportive Housing (ASH)
Designed to meet the needs of Perth or Huron County individuals who are precariously housed or are homeless. A therapeutic program for individuals who would benefit from intensive addiction case management and safe, affordable housing.
519-271-6819
1-888-261-9350
support@cmhahuronperth.com
Link
16+

Adult Substance Use Counselling
Free, practical and confidential services to anyone in Huron and Perth Counties who have concerns about their own, or someone else’s alcohol or drug use. Services could include assessment, information and support, individual counselling, family counselling, psychoeducational groups, referral to residential treatment services and referral to community services.
Application
Link
18+

Youth Substance Use Counseling
Free, practical and confidential services to anyone in Huron and Perth Counties who have concerns about their own, or someone else’s alcohol or drug use. Services could include assessment, information and support, individual counselling, family counselling, psychoeducational groups, referral to residential treatment services and referral to community services.
Application
Link
Ages 12-18

Ontario Psychotherapy Program
This program offers free, publicly funded, short-term cognitive-behavioural therapy with a psychotherapist, providing practical and goal-oriented support for those dealing with depression, anxiety and related challenges.
Self-referrals
Link
18+

Case Management
Works with individuals experiencing symptoms of mental illness who require support to live and work in the community. Case managers provide on-going support as needed in order to stabilize, achieve goals and improve quality of life.
Application
Link
16+

Court Support Support Services
Provides support for people involved in the criminal justice system who have issues related to substance misuse and/or mental illness. CS Workers connect with clients in custody, in court and in community settings.
Application
Link
16+

Crossing Bridges
Confidential, virtual safe space for young people to connect with an addictions counsellor, get information about substance use and behavioural addiction and find substance use and addiction services and supports.
Application
Link
12-24

Heart to Home Shelter Outreach and Housing Stability
Provides support for those individuals who are homeless or percariously housed. The goal is to transition those experiencing homelessness into permanent housing solutions.
Application
Link
16+

Housing
Supported and subsidized housing program aimed at those who are homeless, or at risk of becoming homeless and have mental health challenges.
Application
Link
18+

Pregnancy and Parenting Program
Community treatment program designed for people whose substance abuse is directly impacting their parenting.
Application
Link
16+

Problem Gambling and Behavioural Change
A program for individuals struggling with issues related to problematic behaviours including: gambling, gaming, spending/shopping, pornography/sex and excessive internet use.
Application
Link
16+

Supported Housing of Perth Program (SHOPP)
Collaborative program serving Perth residents. Provides housing assistance and wrap around support services to people who are experiencing homelessness.
Application
Link
16+

Transitional Case Management
Short-term case management for people dealing with addiction related issues and who experience frequent visits to hospital or who are at high risk and need extra support.
Application
Link
16+

Connection Centres
Located in Stratford and Wingham, these Centres provide support to individuals who are homeless or percariously housed, offering food, temporary shelter, access to services, show and laundry facilities.
Stratford Connection Centre, please call 519-271-6819, ext. 405
Northern Huron Connection Centre, please call 519-271-6819, ext 404
Link
16+

Group Care
Provides group care services to children and their families struggling with complex emotional and mental health needs. Offers eight programs that cater to the individualistic needs of each child by highly trained staff.
Children-Adult

Psychiatric Day & Evening Program; includes Clozapine Group

The Psychiatric Day & Evening Program provides evidence based individual and group psychotherapy counselling services.

In addition to individual and group psychotherapy, this program offers assessment and treatment planning.

Groups offered include:
Clozapine Group
The Clozapine Group provided follow-up monitoring for patients who have been prescribed clozapine.

Objectives:
∙ Provide the opportunity for patients taking clozapine to express any concerns that may occur due to clozapine therapy
∙ Provide the opportunity for staff to assess the mental and physical status of patients taking clozapine
∙ If patients are unable to attend the group, arrangements can be made for follow-up every one, two or four weeks

Mental Health Skills for Recovery Group
Psychoeducation skill building group for those individuals who are currently on the Group and Individual Counselling Waitlist.

CBT for Anxiety Group
This 10 week group assists individuals in developing behavioural techniques and cognitive concepts to adaptively cope with generalized anxiety and panic symptoms.

This group is modeled after evidenced-based treatment of CBT.

Individuals who would find this group helpful are ready to actively engage in goal-oriented group-based treatment and experience symptoms of generalized anxiety or panic; are experiencing symptoms of generalized anxiety or panic which may limit the individual’s daily functioning and participation in normal or usual activities of daily living; are prepared to complete weekly CBT based homework and are committed to the regular practice of skills.

CBT for Mood Group
This 10 week group is a closed evidence-based group, designed to enhance individuals understanding of the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

This short-term treatment group aims to strengthen skills and strategies for increased coping and more adaptive ways of thinking, feeling and behaving.

DBT SKILLS Group
Using the DBT Training Manual developed by Marsha Linehan, this program is a broad-based cognitive-behavioural treatment for individuals who struggle with both over control and under control of emotions and associated cognitive and behavioural patterns.

The purpose of this group is to educate clients on how to assess and identify thoughts, feelings and behaviours and to provide education and training in the areas of mindfulness, interpersonal skills, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

This group is suited for individuals who have difficulty with exhibiting self-destructive or impulsive behaviours and need assistance managing negative core beliefs and emotions will benefit from this group.

This group lasts 2 hours in duration and consists

https://www.hpha.ca/psychiatricdayandeveningprogram

Referral Form

Assertive Community Treatment Team

The Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) provides intensive treatment, rehabilitation and support services for individuals with serious mental illness and complex needs who find it difficult to engage in other mental health services. The goal is to support individuals in their recovery and their desire to live in the community.

ACTT is multidisciplinary and includes social workers, nurses, a vocational specialist, psychiatrist, peer support worker, and recreational therapist. They provide psychiatric treatment, administer and monitor medications, help to access community services, and assist individuals in their activities of daily living. Support is provided as frequently as required to ensure individuals are supported 7 days a week.

This program offers:
∙ Long-term, goal specific community treatment
∙ Assistance with medication
∙ Relapse prevention
∙ Vocational support
∙ Recreation support
∙ Psychoeducation
∙ Substance abuse support
∙ Liaising with community agencies
∙ Activities of daily living support
∙ Advocacy
∙ Family support and education

https://www.hpha.ca/actt

Huron Perth Ontario Telemedicine Network Primary Care Nurse Practitioners
The Huron Perth Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program consists of two programs.
The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program provides services to frail, complex elderly, and individuals with mental health and/or addictions concerns.
The Homeless Access to Care Program provides access to primary care to individuals experiencing homelessness.
https://www.hpha.ca/otnprimarycarenursepractitioners

Prevention & Early Intervention Program for Psychoses
The Huron Perth Prevention & Early Intervention Program for Psychoses (PEPP) provides assessment and treatment planning for individuals who are displaying their first episode of psychosis, such as hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thought, and who have either had no treatment or have been treated for less than six months.
The program offers:
∙ Psychiatric consultation and treatment
∙ Case management
∙ Individual and group sessions
∙ Family support and education
∙ Medication monitoring
∙ Community presentations and school-based presentations are also available to promote public awareness of early intervention for the treatment of psychosis
https://www.hpha.ca/pepp

Community Treatment Order Program

A Community Treatment Order (CTO) is an order issued by a physician to support individuals with serious mental health disorders in receiving the care and treatment they need to remain in the community safely.

The Ontario Mental Health Act and the Health Care Consent Act govern the use of CTOs in Ontario. A CTO consists of a comprehensive Community Treatment Plan with specific expectations for the individual and their supports with regards to their psychiatric treatment.

The CTO Coordinator does not provide direct support or care.

https://www.hpha.ca/communitytreatmentorder

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

HPHA Department of Psychiatry provides outpatient psychiatric care via a collaborative care model.

Psychiatrists work collaboratively with individuals during an episode of care to establish diagnosis, provide treatment recommendations and plan discharge from psychiatric services with subsequent follow-up with the referring primary care provider. The duration of an episode of psychiatric care is determined by clinical need.

https://www.hpha.ca/psychiatry

Geriatrician – Dementia
Specializes in the care of older adults and the diseases that affect them. Concentrates on optimizing treatments to enhance quality of life. Offers comprehensive assessment.
65+
Phone: 519-357-2500
Fax: 519-357-1816

Mental Health Clinicians
Provide direct care through the provision of psycho-social assessments and individual, couple, family and group counselling.
Children-Adult
519-600-3736

Schedule 1 Facility
Inpatient unit that provides care and treatment to adults (16+) experiencing acute and chronic mental health and addiction illness. Offering assessment and treatment.
16+
Referral by admission at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital

Inpatient Mental Health
Schedule 1 Facility
Short-term hospitalization for people with mental illness is sometimes needed to figure out a diagnosis, to stabilize symptoms, or to provide relief for a person who is struggling with the challenges of mental illness. https://www.hpha.ca/inpatientmentalhealth
16+

Consultation Liaison for SGH site for inpatients admitted to floors other than psychiatry
Admission to Stratford General Hospital
18+

CHO Community Homes for Opportunity
CHO is a supportive housing program for people with serious mental illness. The program is intended to assist Tenants by providing appropriate housing and support services to achieve and maintain stability in a home that is safe and affordable. The Program offers opportunities for Tenants to enhance the quality of their daily living, their personal growth and development and improve life skills through participation in a variety of activities and programs. CHO provides housing, meals and support services in a home setting for people with serious mental illness who require 24‐hour supportive care.
16+
Registration Link

Renascence Women’s Group
Offers information, referrals and supportive counselling services for women who have been victims of abuse either in childhood or in their intimate relationships.
18+

Specialized Consultations and Assessments
Available through internal referral; includes referrals to tele-mental health.
Up to age 18

Youth Justice Services – Diversion Program
This services offers “extra-judicial measures” at a pre-charge level through police referral.
12+

Youth Justice Committee Program
Offers intervention post-charge and pre-court through crown referral.

Youth on Probation Team
Mental Health Counsellors provide assessment and treatment. Child and Youth Workers work with clinicians to address specific goal areas.
Up to age 18