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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... -
COVID-19: What to Say to Teenagers about Self Isolation
Having empathy for teenagers can be really hard sometimes. During my mental health training and education, I get questions from frustrated parents constantly about how to help with their teenager’s mental health. Now I can only empathize with all the parents out there unsure of what to do or say to... -
COVID-19: Meditation Can Help Manage Anxiety
With all the emotions that we are collectively experiencing these next few months, we might want to taking time to experience new things that we’ve always wanted to do. In my past two blogs I talked about healthy versus unhealthy anxiety. And while there are many opportunities that people can... -
'My Mental Illness Didn't Stop Me' - Crysten
Naturally soft-spoken and perhaps a little timid, Crysten has shown a determination that inspires others. “She’s worked so hard,” notes Donna McAleer-Smith, a Registered Practical Nurse at Ontario Shores who supported Crysten through the Grove School. “She’s very kind and has that silent strength... -
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... -
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... -
Chelsea's Story
In my parents’ living room, there is a copy of Ontario Shores’ 2015 annual report with my smiling face gracing the cover. It’s been seven years since that photo was taken, and it is getting harder to convince people that the seventeen-year-old featured on that cover is me, especially when they flip... -
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... -
Ontario Shores Saved Me
At times, I’ve taken a step back and looked through my life to try and determine where things started to go awry. My brother’s death was a huge catalyst into the start of my mental health journey. Before his death, I’d had people die who were close to me, but they had lived long lives. The loss of... -
Ontario Shores Gave Me Hope
I was sitting in a general hospital for major depression disorder and generalized anxiety disorder and told I was being transferred to Ontario Shores. I had been feeling like I had hit rock bottom. I knew I could only go up from here. I was very anxious after hearing this information but was assured... -
Giving Tuesday
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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... -
Ontario Connecting Children and Youth in Durham Region to Care Close to Home
NEWS RELEASE Ontario Connecting Children and Youth in Durham Region to Care Close to Home $8.4 million boost in funding to expand pediatric services December 20, 2023 Ministry of Health WHITBY — The Ontario government is investing more than $8.4 million to increase access to pediatric services for... -
What a difference a year makes
Ontario Shores is quite fortunate to have Dr. Neal Anzai heading up our Eating Disorders Program. In this guest blog, he shares thoughts about his first year and a half with us as we mark Eating Disorders Awareness week. With the start of the annual Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW), I thought... -
The Book
I arrived home a couple of weeks ago and it had been one of those days. To say the least, I was more than a little down. So, I did what I always do when I need a boost. I reached for The Book. Actually, it’s called The Recovery Book. It contains hundreds of letters, cards and stories of good news... -
It was at that moment I committed to recovery
“That first session, I had an epiphany. ‘Oh, so that’s how others see me.’ It was at that moment I committed to recovery.” It was February of 2023. It was a virtual group therapy session hosted by Ontario Shores. Just a few hours earlier, I was certain this would be yet another failed attempt to fix... -
I like myself again
If I looked at my life 2 years in the future, I probably would be dead. I hated myself! It was a late rainy January afternoon at a Starbucks that I was going to meet her face-to-face for the first time. However, this woman helped to save my life through months of intensive online therapy. My story... -
Celebrating Child and Youth Care Week
Child and Youth Care week is celebrated throughout the Ontario CYC community as a time of year where organizations, stakeholders, funders and peers can spotlight and acknowledge Child and Youth Care practitioners for their work, effort and perseverance in practice. Let's meet some of our Mental... -
Chelsea's Story
A sweet teenaged girl who has overcome bullying and social media bullying while learning to live with depression, anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). -
#MindVine: Rogers TV: September 2022 Episode
The #MindVine mental health show is presented by Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences. This episode features hosts Darryl Mathers and Julia VanHartingsveldt talking back to school with adolescent psychologist Dr. Nadia D'Iuso as well as everything Ontario Shores with President and CEO... -
Virtual Tour: Eating Disorders Unit at Ontario Shores
Come walk along with us as we tour the Adolescent Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores. You'll see the entrance, classroom, common recreation areas, kitchen, and typical bedroom. -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 04 - Day 2, CMHA Mental Health For All Conference
Episode 4 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to mental health, mental illness and recovery. In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 2 (Part 2) at the conference includes interviews with Mara Grunau, Executive Director of the... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 31 - Chantal Lester and Katrina Shaw, CMHA
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 3 at the conference we sit down with Chantal Leser and Katrina Shaw of CMHA (@CMHACalgary) to talk about how young people grieve the loss of someone to #suicide . The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 15 - Chelsea's Recovery & 13 Reasons Why
Episode 15 features an interview with former adolescent inpatient Chelsea Lall (@ChelseaLall) and Dr. Nadia D'luso an adolescent psycologist at Ontario Shores. The guests discuss Chelsea's recovery as well social media bullying, mental illness, suicide the controversial Netflix series Thirteen...