Hello everyone!
Thank you to all the family caregivers who joined me for several weeks in the family educational programs. I am excited to say that there will be a new program available this fall starting in September. Poster will all the details with locations and time will be circulated through this e-notice in August. There will be reminders in July of the future programs.
REMINDER: There are no support group meetings in July and August. The next meeting is June 11 and then will resume September 10. The 2019 schedule for the Barrie Family Support Group is posted below. Reminder that the Barrie Family Support Group that is facilitated by Elizabeth Marshall will be held at a new location 90 Mulcaster St., in Barrie Poster is below with more details. CMHA Simcoe County has updated their website to a new look, please visit their website to read about family caregiver support services
Remember, all images has links to pages for more information or quick links to social media.
If you would like ongoing support here are places you can contact. To have 24/7 support, Crisis Services at 705-728-5044 will get you to speak with a live mental health professional. You may also see them in-person by calling the same number and ask for a mobile service.
To inquire about services at Canadian Mental Health Association of Simcoe County, you may call and speak with the On-Duty Worker Monday-Friday (9am-4pm) at 705-726-5033, anyone can also walk-in, without an appointment, and speak with the On-Duty Worker at 88 Mulcaster St., second floor.
Family members interested in speaking with an addiction counselor may contact the On-Duty Worker for this service at 705-726-5033.
911 is always available for immediate, emergency service.
Take care,
Tara Maxwell, Coordinator
