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Adolescent Eating Disorder Day Treatment
The Adolescent Eating Disorder Day Treatment (AEDDT) Program at Ontario Shores is a 16-week live-at-home eating disorders program which serves a maximum of 8 adolescents at a time. The program will run from Monday to Friday each week. Our program works closely with community providers to ensure... -
Eating Disorders Unit (EDU)
The Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) is a 12 bed inpatient unit for adolescents struggling with an eating disorder. It provides an interprofessional model of care with a focus on recovery and rehabilitation. The unit includes individual patient bedrooms, kitchen, dining room and lounge area. There are... -
Traumatic Stress Clinic
The Traumatic Stress Clinic provides specialized assessment and trauma treatment for individuals who are experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and/or PTSD-related symptoms. -
Health Care Worker Assist Program
We're here to help Many health care workers are experiencing increased feelings of stress, grief, burnout and compassion fatigue. Now is the time to take care of yourself. If you are a community or health care worker whose mental health has been impacted by a wide array of stressors - including the... -
Katelyn - Volunteer
Katelyn was on a journey of discovery and seeking meaningful ways to give back and share hope with others. Katelyn has been an active part of the volunteer community here at Ontario Shores and sharing her gift of time, positive energy and uplifting words of encouragement in our gift shop, library... -
Allan Smith
Volunteering has always been something I have wanted to get involved with. Both of my parents volunteered in the community when I was growing up. My brother, sister and wife have also found time to help pay back to the community with volunteer work. Now that I am retired, and have lots of free time... -
Willow and Aspen
Meet the dynamic duo of Willow and her beloved golden retriever Aspyn. The two have been volunteering at Ontario Shores since 2017 and have contributed hundreds of hours. Volunteering originally started as a way for Willow and Aspyn to spend time together and give back but it soon become something... -
#NVW2021 - 'I lost someone so important to me to mental illness'
I began volunteering at Ontario Shores nine years after overcoming a very difficult period in my life: my father’s suicide. I decided that following his tragedy, this would be a great way to give back to others struggling with mental illness. My father was the type of man who would never ask for... -
#NVW2021 - 'I am making a difference in the lives of people who struggle with mental illness'
I joined the volunteer team at Ontario Shores without realizing how impactful the experience would be on my personal life. I began volunteering during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Gift Shop, Drop-in Centre and at Coffee Hour. The pandemic has had an impact on my own mental health due to the social... -
#NVW2021 - 'I can continue to encourage others to share their story'
I began volunteering at Ontario Shores three years ago without any clear goals of where I wanted to end up or what area I would fit best in. Eventually, I began volunteering in Recovery College which focuses on providing education about mental illness, treatment, passion, hope and meaning. This is... -
#NVW2021 - Volunteering Has Helped with Grief Over Lost Son
My journey with Ontario Shores began eight years ago when my son was admitted after struggling with mental health problems. Shane took his own life just one year later. I was searching for ways to show my compassion for others dealing with mental illness. I decided that the only way to move forward... -
#NVW2021 - 'The Experience Meant the World to Me'
Many people choose to volunteer to give back to a cause or organization that has a personal meaning for them and this is especially true for me. In 2014 I realized that I was not dealing well with my mental health and decided to get help for the depression and social anxiety I was dealing with... -
Benefits of a Nourishing Diet Extends Beyond Physical Health
Most of us lead busy lives, often made more stressful by a chronic health condition such as a mental illness, either personally or as a caregiver (or both). In the hustle and bustle of a typical day, when we may grab food only for the purpose of filling our growling bellies, it's easy to forget... -
Protecting Minds - 'Working the front lines during a pandemic creates a roller coaster of emotions'
I’ve felt firsthand the negative effects of the pandemic. I am 49, from Oshawa, Ontario and work as a sales representative at PepsiCo Foods Canada. Although much of my role focuses on managing the business, I spend a lot of my time in stores working with the public. Working the front lines during a... -
Wounded Warriors Canada and Ontario Shores Launch New Service to Support Mental Health Needs of First Responders
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Wounded Warriors Canada today announced a new service to meet the growing mental health needs of First Responders. First Responder Assist builds on the expertise of both organizations and will enhance the culturally specific... -
Wounded Warriors and Ontario Shores Partnership
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Wounded Warriors Canada are proud to announce a new partnership to support Ontario’s public safety personnel (police, fire, paramedics, correctional workers, dispatchers) and their families. Wounded Warriors Canada and Ontario... -
Robin's Story
My reaction to the first intake call was anxious, curious, and prepared for disappointment. I’d tried Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Tapping, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in the past, but they didn’t help with my PTSD symptoms. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and... -
Sterling's Eating Disorder no longer defines him
My eating disorder no longer defines me; because Ontario Shores was there for me when I needed it the most. I am a Trent University biochemistry and molecular biology major and an established mental health advocate at my university and elsewhere. I am also a member of the Ontario Shores Center for... -
Robin's Trauma no longer defines her
I am not defined by PTSD. Ontario Shores was there for me when I needed them. My first intake call made me nervous, curious, and prepared for disappointment. I had previously tried cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), tapping, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), but they had not helped my... -
Jeff's PTSD no longer defines him
PTSD doesn’t define me. Ontario Shores was there when I needed it the most. As a new volunteer firefighter in Ottawa, I was told that the demands of the job would change us for the rest of our lives. The Chief said the same thing five years later, during his speech at my full-time professional... -
National Mental Health Week: Here's Why I Became an Advocate
Hi, my name is Sterling, I am first-year chemistry and psychology joint major at Trent University. I am an established mental health advocate at my university and beyond. I am a proud member of the Patient Advisory and Recovery Committee (PARC) at Ontario Shores Center for Mental Health Sciences... -
Waves of Gratitude
Marion Anderson has fought a slew of mental health labels over the years, âIâve fought the blackest of depressions, fought my way back from suicide attempts and self harm,â she says. âThe stigma has been ever present, but through every step of the way, Iâve been continually fighting and... -
Ontario Shores partners with CFS Durham to expand services for clients impacted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Ontario Shores partners with CFS Durham to expand services for clients impacted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). April 14, 2023 (Whitby, ON) - As the demand for trauma-based therapy services grows, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Catholic Family... -
Together, Kinark Child and Family Services and Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences will expand Outpatient Eating Disorder services in the community.
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Kinark Child and Family Services (Kinark) are pleased to announce that they will work collaboratively to expand community-based Outpatient Adolescent Eating Disorder Services to meet the needs of East Region patients and families...