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Shannah's Mental Health Journey
Since her youth, Shannah has been faced with challenges in her mental health. Between the ages of 18 to 22, Shannah had been in and out of hospitals due to her illnesses. She was diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and at age 26 she received a diagnosis for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), a... -
Grace's Inspirational Story
As the CEO for Ontario Shores Foundation, it’s always an honour to meet someone who has been helped by our programs. When I met Grace for the first time, I was so moved by her courageous story. I just had to share it with you today in the hopes that it will inspire you to help more patients like... -
Jessica's Moving Story
Jessica was just 13 years old when she was admitted to the Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores). Grappling with lingering symptoms of a concussion, a naturopath had advised Jessica to change her diet. Shortly thereafter, Jessica’s mindset... -
Meet Emily Willchuk, Integrated Care Coordinator
Why is the role of a care coordinator so important? In my opinion, it's because we're working to advocate for some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. People diagnosed with schizophrenia often face high rates of hospitalizations and decompensation in the community. Each time someone... -
Meet Shane Mammen, Integrated Care Coordinator
I've had the privilege of serving as a Clinical Care Coordinator in the Integrated Pathway for people diagnosed with Schizophrenia. This role is incredibly important because it allows us to be the bridge between our patients, their families, and our dedicated healthcare teams. We're still in the... -
Meet Kerrie Naylor, Medical Education Coordinator
In my formal academic training, I have completed a Social Service Worker (SSW) diploma as well as a Registered Practical Nursing Diploma (RPN) and I feel that I was moderately prepared for a career in mental health. I completed practicum placements in both diplomas in mental health settings and... -
Let’s LISTEN Day
Today marks Bell Let’s Talk Day. This is the 13TH time Bell has helped start the conversation about mental health and I thank them for that. This year, however, I’m going to ask you to entertain just a slight, but significant change, to its title, ‘Bell Let’s Talk AND Listen Day’. -
Hey, Let's Talk
I want to start a conversation…and I hope you join in. In my short time here at Ontario Shores, I have seen incredible work done by our staff. The compassion and empathy shown is so life affirming. Having said all this, I must take a moment to perhaps point out an area that needs a lot of... -
It's "Bell Let's Talk" Day!
It's a perfect day to start a conversation on mental health, consider your own mental health, reach out, and listen! -
Growing the Beez Kneez
Help Support our Therapeutic Gardening programs The Beez Kneez Therapeutic Sustainability Garden was started in 2021 and features wheelchair-accessible raised-bed planters, rain barrels, composters, bird feeders, wind chimes and a honey-producing bee hive maintained by Alvéole. Patients named the... -
#MindVine TV - Geriatric Transitional Unit Opens at Ontario Shores
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences officially opened its new Geriatric Transitional Unit (GTU) on Monday, February 5. GTU is a 20-bed inpatient; 59-day length of stay, unit that provides specialized services to meet the mental health needs of individuals with #dementia and presenting... -
Living with Dementia
Dementia disorders are the most common mental health problem affecting Canadian seniors. Dementia involves loss of memory and cognitive abilities and almost always affects judgment, decision-making and relationships. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common dementia disorder. Other types of dementia... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 10 - Bruno Guévremont, Military Veteran and Bell Let's Talk Ambassador
Episode 10 features an interview with Bell Let's Talk Ambassador, Bruno Guévremont. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers and Chris Bovie. -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 49 - Implementing Quality Standards in Treatment of Dementia
In this episode, we have two special guests from Ontario Shores in Andra Duff-Woskosky, Director of the Geriatric Program, and Dr. Robyn Waxman, Geriatric Psychiatrist. The two discuss Health Quality Ontario's Quality Standards for the Behavioural Symptoms of Dementia and how it was implemented at... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 72 - Desmond Rose (Protecting Minds Series)
Episode 72 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to #mental health, #mental illness and #recovery . In this episode we're talking with Desmond Rose, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 69 - Rachel Boutilier (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Rachel Boutilier, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 68 - Kirstie Burrows (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Kirstie Burrows, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 70 - Robin Simpson (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Robin Simpson, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 71 - Louri Snider (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Louri Snider, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 74 - Alzheimer's Awareness Month with Dr. Amer Burhan, PIC at Ontario Shores
Episode 74 of the #MindVine Podcast features Dr. Amer Burhan, Geriatric Psychiatrist and Physician in Chief at Ontario Shores discussing Alzheimer's Awareness Month as well as other issues related to the treatment of #dementia . This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 21 - Jim Lawther, VETS Canada
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference features an interview with Jim Lawther, @VETSCanada. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 20 - Brian Hansell, #ConvoPlate
Episode 20 features an interview with Brian Hansell, Paul Hansell Foundation about the #ConvoPlate initiative. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1). -
Dr. Nadia D'luso and Dr. Lauren David
As we celebrate our 100th #MindVine episode, we are delighted to welcome Dr. Nadia D'luso and Dr. Lauren David from Ontario Shores as we discuss psychology, the science of behaviour, and its impact on virtually every aspect of our lives. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (... -
Psychiatric Emergency Service and Bell Let's Talk
In recognition of Bell Let’s Talk Day and its 2023 theme of ‘Let’s Change This’, Dr. Phil Klassen, VP of Medical Affairs at Ontario Shores, and John Henry, Regional Chair for Durham Region, discuss mental health and our hospital’s efforts to secure funding to build Canada’s first ever emergency...