Need help figuring out mental health resources and how to access available services in York Region and South Simcoe? Once a month you can book a 60-minute appointment to meet with a case manager so that you can get help with: filling out initial applications for financial assistance programs such as Ontario Works (OW), Ontario…
Join YSSN and Matthews House Hospice for an 8-week group that will help you learn to cope with grief. The Coping with Grief group is for adults 30+ residing in York Region or South Simcoe who have experienced the loss of a loved one (excluding active psychosis and developmental disabilities). You must have access to…
This workshop, in collaboration with Sunbeam Community & Developmental Services, will focus on the environment’s effect on behaviour. Why does your child behave differently at home then he/she does at school? Parents and caregivers will learn proactive strategies that can be used to prevent challenging behaviour and build independence now and into the future. …
This is a series of eight lunch and learn workshops. Attendees may choose to attend as many sessions as desired. These sessions may benefit by exploring new skills and acquiring knowledge related to navigating the transition to adulthood in areas such as employment, post-secondary education, and developing independence. A resource guide for caregivers is also…
Get immediate help with an issue related to your mental health. Our Single Session Counselling offers you personalized support so you can build a plan to work through one of the following concerns: coping with a specific mental health challenge caregiver challenges housing addictions education access to community services other concern you may be dealing…
During this webinar, we are joined by Ed Mahony, Parent Advocate and Special Education Behaviour Consultant/Resource Teacher. He will help caregivers understand the legal implications of PPM 140 - the Policy/Program memorandum issued by the Ministry of Education that establishes a policy framework to support incorporation of ABA methods into school boards’ practices. We will…
Join our Restorative Yoga for a gentle approach to yoga that focuses on unwinding, increasing flexibility and centering your body and mind. This workshop is for parents or caregivers of children or adults with developmental disabilities.
Get immediate help with an issue related to your mental health. Our Single Session Counselling offers you personalized support so you can build a plan to work through one of the following concerns: coping with a specific mental health challenge caregiver challenges housing addictions education access to community services other concern you may be dealing…
Need help understanding the developmental services and mental health system? Book a free, 1-hoursession, to discuss and ask important questions related to your situation. YSSN’s Dual Diagnosis Service Navigator role aims to assist with service delivery to meet the continued challenging needs of the community. Schedule a resource day session to discuss identifying needs and…
Hosted by YSSN’s Family Peer Mentors, this group is a chance for caregivers of children or adults with a developmental disability to connect and share. Open to caregivers of children and adults with a developmental disability.
Join YSSN and Matthews House Hospice for an 8-week group that will help you learn to cope with grief. The Coping with Grief group is for adults 30+ residing in York Region or South Simcoe who have experienced the loss of a loved one (excluding active psychosis and developmental disabilities). You must have access to…
This is a series of eight lunch and learn workshops. Attendees may choose to attend as many sessions as desired. These sessions may benefit by exploring new skills and acquiring knowledge related to navigating the transition to adulthood in areas such as employment, post-secondary education, and developing independence. A resource guide for caregivers is also…
