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	CDR0032	Adoption Council of Ontario	36 Eglinton Avenue W, Suite 202  Toronto, ON M4R 1A1	416-482-0021	The Adoption Council of Ontario runs the following programs:    ADOPTION RESOURCE CENTRE  An information, education and support service on all aspects of adoption. Includes a lending library of adoption related materials for members. Online library and posts adoption supports listing    ADOPTONTARIO PROGRAM  A recruitment and response program designed to find adoptive homes for Ontario children awaiting adoption. The AdoptOntario website, www.adoptontario.ca, also features the new Adoption Resource Databank for waiting adoptive applicants.	Mon-Fri 9am-5pm	Record Added Add Record
	BRA0140	Anaphylaxis Canada, Mississauga Anaphylaxis Group		Anaphylaxis Canada 416-785-5666	Support group for parents of children (and adults) with severe (anaphylactic) food allergies. Meetings include parent support and guest speakers on various aspects of living with anaphylaxis. Examples include a community dietician, community allergist, paramedic services, food package labelling issues. Canadian Anaphylaxis Registry – free information service, provided by Anaphylaxis Canada, for people who are allergic to food, insect stings, medication, latex, or exercise * may also be of benefit to people who are intolerant or sensitive to foods * provides updates on food labelling and product alerts * latest research findings * tips for staying safe * school related issues * also available to schools, camps, media, and medical professionals		Record Added Add Record
	CDR0099	Association of Ontario Midwives	Greenwin Square  365 Bloor St E, Ste 301  Toronto, ON M4W 3L4	416-425-9974	The AOM is the professional body representing midwives and the practice of midwifery in Ontario.    Activities include:  Advocating for the professional interests of midwives and for the Ontario Model of Midwifery Care;   Providing public education and promoting midwifery as an integral part of the Ontario health care system;  Representing midwives to the Ontario Ministry of Health to maintain appropriate funding for midwifery services;  Providing ongoing peer support to all members (including educational and professional development);   Developing clinical and other practice guidelines and promoting midwifery research;  Administering a benefits package;  Negotiating and providing access to professional liability insurance for midwife members.    AOM is an active member in the Canadian Association of Midwives and the International Confederation of Midwives.	Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm	Record Added Add Record
	CWL0713	Caledon Community Services, Counselling & Care Coordination	Royal Courtyards, Upper Level  18 King St E  Bolton, ON L7E 1E8	905-951-2300; 905-584-2300	Through the Counsellling & Care Coordination program, CCS empowers residents of the community to pursue their health and wellness through a continuum of services including confidential emotional and instrumental support during times of need. Individuals and families are provided with a myriad of support services and resources that assist them in dealing with tragedies, illness, housing problems, family violence, parent/child conflicts, financial hardship and other circumstances that compromise their health and well-being.  Also emergency financial assistance (food certificates and food support) for Caledon residents. Runs the annual Santa Fund at Christmas. Runs "Help with Heat" Fund for residents in need of help with their heating bill. Also works in partnership with Town of Caledon Recreation Department to offer fitness programs to low income families.	Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm	Record Added Add Record
	CMH0067	Childrens Mental Health Ontario	40 St Clair Ave E, Ste 309  Toronto, ON M4T 1M9	416-921-2109	Supports and represents treatment organizations that serve children (up to 18yrs) and their families throughout Ontario.    Goals are:  To promote service excellence through standards and accreditation, information sharing and education  Advocate for policies, programs and funds to improve the state of children's mental health  To support the work of parents and board members in children's mental health.    Children's mental health centres and related services:  Assess emotional and behaviour problems  Develop treatment and support programs in collaboration with clients  Work with families or caregivers to enable troubled children to stay in school and at home (in some cases, treatment is provided in a residential setting).		Record Added Add Record
	MHL0138	CNIB, Halton/Peel Office	Sussex Centre  50 Burnhamthorpe Road W, Ste 421  Mississauga, ON L5B 3C2	905-275-5332	CNIB provides community-based support, knowledge and a national voice to ensure Canadians who are blind or partially sighted have the confidence, skills and opportunities to fully participate in life. * services include: counselling and training * services for children and families * independent living skills * independent travel skills* computer training * consumer products * assistive technology * low vision services * accessible design services * accessible text services	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm by appointment only	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0078	Easter Seals Ontario, Provincial Office	One Concorde Gate, Ste 700  Toronto, ON M3C 3N6	416-421-8377	Easter Seals offers the following programs dedicated to helping children, youth and young adults achieve their full individual potential and future independence.    * Residential and Family Camp   Provide a camping experience to a child that is fun and safe while promoting the development of life skills that enhance future independence building self-esteem through activities that challenge each child's individual abilities and providing opportunities for social interaction and building friendships.    *Recreational Choices Funding Program   Parents choose a recreation program that they feel is best for their child. This could include another residential camping program; day camp; swimming lessons; or another recreational program that takes place during the summer.   Easter Seals will fund up to $250 towards the cost. This program is open to all children/youth (5-18yrs) registered with Easter Seals.    * Direct Financial Assistance   Offers direct financial assistance to individual families. Easter Seals Ontario acts as a third party funder and as such has no role in prescribing or recommending equipment, selecting a vendor/contractor or in the relationship between the parent and vendor.   Children and young adults (birth to 19th birthday) with physical disabilities, who are registered with Easter Seals Ontario, qualify for financial assistance towards the purchase of eligible services and special equipment.    Easter Seals financial assistance program picks up where the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's Assistive Devices Program (ADP), insurance and other family resources leave off. The list of eligible equipment and services is reviewed regularly and priority is given to mobility and communication devices. Easter Seals' funding contribution is based on availability of funds.    * Feature Scholarships   Rose Brodie Provincial Ambassador Scholarship Fund  Frank Henry Ralph Pounsett Scholarship Fund  Truelove Dell Scholarship Fund  Beatrice Drinnan Spence Scholarship Fund    * Incontinence Supplies Grant Program   Program for children and youth with chronic disabilities (physical or developmental) that result in irreversible incontinence or retention problems lasting longer than six months requiring the use of incontinence supplies.	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm	Record Added Add Record
	CMH0061	Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere Brampton	Community Door  7700 Hurontario Street, Suite 601  Brampton, ON L6Y 4M3	Brampton 905-488-7716	Provides a wide range of support services for family members and caregivers of someone with a mental illness.  Services include:  1-to-1 supportive counsellling  Information & referrals  Educational materials  Support groups for families members(without the illness) (call for meeting times)  Representative available for speaking engagements for public education to various groups.  Education speaker events  fameKids and fameYouth Groups and individual programs offered for children (7-17yrs) that have a family member with mental illness. Programs offered in Toronto and Peel. For more information phone: 416-207-5032 for Toronto and Scarborough and for Peel: 905-276-8316	Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm or by appointment(some evening times available)	Record Added Add Record
	CMH0245	Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere Mississauga	Mississauga Community Door West  90 Burnhamthorpe Road W  Mississauga, ON L5B 3C3	905-276-8316	Provides a wide range of support services for family members and caregivers of someone with a mental illness.   Services include:   1-to-1 supportive counsellling   Information & referrals   Educational materials   Support groups for families members(without the illness) (call for meeting times)   Representative available for speaking engagements for public education to various groups.   Education speaker events   FameKids Group and individual programs offered for children (7-12yrs) that have a family member with mental illness. Programs offered in Toronto and Peel. Contact Dave Cho for more information at 416-207-5032 ext.26 or davec@fameforfamilies.com	Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm or by appointment(some evening times available)	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0136	Family Services of Peel	151 City Centre Dr, Ste 501  Mississauga, ON L5B 1M7	* Intake 905-453-5775  * Brampton 905-453-7890   * Mississauga 905-270-2250	IMMEDIATE INTERVENTION SERVICES (IIS)  Provides immediate services for victims of violence (domestic violence; partner abuse) including short-term counselling, support, information, referral and advocacy. For individuals who are experiencing domestic violence or partner abuse, bereavement due to sudden death or loss, and traumatic events   Clients are entitled to 6 free counselling sessions.    INDIVIUAL, COUPLE & FAMILY COUNSELLING (ICF)  Provides individual, couple and family counselling.- a sliding scale      New Beginings Group - Stage I & II  14-week therapeutic group for women who have experienced violence/abuse in their intimate partner relationship.    Partner Assault Response Program (PAR) has two aspects: There is the:   PAR Groups for men which is a 16-week psycho-educational group for men who been abusive towards to their female partners. Individuals who have abused their partners, referred to the program by a court as a condition of a probation order, conditional sentence or parole, or as a condition of bail prior to sentencing.    PAR Support for women - 16 week specialized counselling/educational programs delivered to provide partners of participants with safety planning and referrals to community resources      Offered at the following locations:    BRAMPTON  7700 Hurontario   Brampton, Ontario L6Y 4M3   (Hurontario & Ray Lawson)    MALTON - call for details    MISSISSAUGA  151 City Centre Dr, Ste 501  Mississauga, Ont L5B 1M7	*Mississauga - Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm  *Fri 9am-5pm  *Sat 9am-1pm.    Brampton- *Mon & Fri 9am-5pm  *Tues-Thurs 9am-9pm	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0148	Interim Place, Mississauga		905-403-9691 ext 2221	24-hour emergency shelters provide up to 54 beds in a safe, secure confidential setting where women, with or without children, can stay up to 4 months. Provides support in the following areas: supportive counselling, support groups, advocacy, accompaniment, information and/or assistance on financial, legal and housing.	24 Hour Shelter Lines   Office Mon-Fri 9am-5 pm;	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0050	Justice for Children and Youth	415 Yonge St, Suite 1203  Toronto, ON M5B 2E7	416-920-1633	Legal clinic that represents and advocates for youth (under 18yrs) on matters such as: welfare, education, children's aid, getting off the street, family or criminal law.    CHILD WELFARE  Advises and represents youth who want into or out of children's aid care. Answers questions or concerns about their placement or program while in care.    CONSENT TO TREATMENT  Gives legal advice to young persons and care providers regarding the right to consent to and refuse treatment; assists young people who are having trouble getting OHIP.    CORRECTIONS LAW  Advocates for youth who are in jail at youth centres or in detention.    CUSTODY AND ACCESS  Represents children and youth who are not living with a parent and are seeking access to siblings only. The Office of the Children's Lawyer represents children and youth in custody and access disputes. They are appointed by the court and the parents' lawyers can request this appointment.    EDUCATION LAW  Helps young people who are not living with a parent get enrolled in school; helps children and parents obtain appropriate special education placements by giving legal advice relating to the various processes under the Education Act; provides summary advice to parents throughout Ontario and will consult with other lawyers and clinics to assist them in representing clients outside the Toronto area; represents low-income children and youth who have been suspended or excluded from school or who face expulsion from a school board; gives advice about truancy and about information, records and privacy issues.    IMMIGRATION LAW  DOES NOT practice immigration or refugee law. However will assist children and youth obtain OHIP or school enrolment when their immigration status is an issue; and will assist other lawyers and clinics with this area of law as it relates to the Charter and to international human rights instruments.    LEAVING HOME  Provides summary advice and representation, when necessary, for young people who have left or are considering leaving their parents' home (issues often involve child welfare, support, family and social assistance law); assists in the recovery of personal possessions being withheld by a parent when a young person leaves home.    MENTAL HEALTH LAW  Acts for youth who are locked in mental health facilities (secure treatment/psychiatric wards) or who are in a facility for mental health reasons.    SOCIAL ASSISTANCE  Represents youth (16-17yrs) who are trying to get general welfare assistance or who have been cut off; gives summary advice to persons seeking the foster parent benefit and to young parents applying for family benefits.    SUPPORT  Provides summary advice to young persons and assistance to legal counsel where youth are seeking financial support from their parents (the youth should be able to obtain a legal aid certificate). In this area, assists youth living independently - but NOT youth living with a parent.    TEST CASES  Tries to challenge laws that discriminate against children or youth, or laws which fail to take into account the best interests or wishes of children and youth, from the perspective of the young person; will also represent children and youth in cases which involve the interpretation of legislation pertaining to them such as the Child and Family Services Act or the Young Offenders Act.    VICTIMS OF CRIME  Represents young persons who wish to protect the privacy of personal records (e.g. CAS files, school records, medical records, etc.) in criminal proceedings (defence lawyers may try to use these records to undermine the testimony of victims of crime in the trial against the accused); helps young people make claims before the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board. (DOES NOT assist with personal injury claims in civil courts).    YOUNG OFFENDER  Helps young people in trouble with the law by giving them information about the legal system and their rights; helps them find lawyers and refers them to other resource; represents youth who are charged in incidents in schools, group homes and jail; represents youth with learning or other difficulties; may do appeals depending on the issues; does reviews of dispositions to help a youth get into open custody or on probation; will do bail hearings and general advocacy for youth without lawyers.	Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0161	Learning Disabilities Association, North Peel	Bramalea Civic Centre  150 Central Park Dr, Ste 104  Brampton, ON L6T 2T9	905-791-4100	The Learning Disabilities Association of North Peel (LDA) is a parent and professional,non-profit, charitable organization,   assisting people with learning disabilities and their families.   Provides support, guidance and resource information;an interactive environment, offers workshops, programs, courses and support groups, and public awareness of learning disabilities.    They offer: * computer skills program for children and adolescents (7-16yrs) who are Learning Disabled (LD) or have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) * social skills program for children (7-11yrs) and adolescents (12-16yrs) who are Learning Disabled (LD) or have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) * anger management program for children (7-13) who are Learning Disabled (LD) or have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) * summer support program a full day program for children (6-12yrs) designed to incorporate learning and fun * academic support (tutoring) one-on-one support for elementary school students (Gr. 1-8) * youth group designed to meet the social needs of adolescents (13-18yrs), * adult support group facilitated by professionals who encourage self-facilitation amongst participants. * parent support group a group setting for parents of learning disabled children of all ages to help understand learning disabilities and learn about strategies to help their child.	Mon-Fri 9am-4pm	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0160	Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region -, Mississauga Office	165 Dundas St W, Suite 800  Mississauga, ON L5B 2N6	905-272-4100	The Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region is a non-profit, charitable organizations comprised of groups of parents and professionals brought together by a concern for children and adults with learning disabilities.     LDA assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports LDAO in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities    CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS include:    COMPUTER SKILLS PROGRAM  For children and adolescents (7-16 years) who are learning disabled (LD) or have Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (AD(H)D); and who may experience difficulty in the areas of reading and writing, cognitive ability, comprehension, information retention, fine motor control and visual perception    SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM  For children (7-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D: and who may avoid social contact; behave immaturely, be shy or timid in groups, and/or experience conflict with peers.    POSITIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM  For children (8-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D who may need assistance in developing effecting coping behaviours, manage conflict and develop constructive strategies to diffuse confrontations.     ACADEMIC SUPPORT (TUTORING)  For elementary and high school students who require individual assistance with their school work and improve studying skills.    YOUTH GROUP  Designed to meet the social needs of adolescents (11-16 years), this program gives youth the opportunity to interact with their peers while having a chance to participate in fun activities.    SUMMER SUPPORT PROGRAM  A full day program for individuals between the ages six and twelve designed to incorporate learning and fun. Participants will be encouraged to develop and/or improve study skills, learn computer skills, and take part in exciting social skills activities.	Mon-Fri  9:30am- 3:30pm	Record Added Add Record
	MAL0142	Metis Nation of Ontario, Community Wellness Worker Program	10 A Bram Court, Unit 4  Brampton, ON L6W 3R6	905-450-4844	Community wellness program * offers counseling support services * general emotional support * friendly visiting * individual advocacy and referrals * assistance to people with disabilities access programs * nutrition and fitness awareness * stress management * alcohol-related health problems * diabetes awareness and intervention * prenatal infant mortality prevention and intervention * child safety in the home * workshops and educational outreach * responsible gambling awareness and prevention * although these services were initially set up for the Métis and Aboriginal populations in Peel Region, any person in the community is welcome to use the general services provided	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * evening appointments: based on client needs	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0170	Ontario Federation of Teaching Parents		416-410-5218	Ontario Federation of Teaching Parents (OFTP) is a non-profit group run by volunteers that provides information about home learning, enables networking among its members, and serves as an advocacy group and link between the homeschooling community and the provincial government. Open to all, inclusive of all languages, all faiths/philosophies and all educational styles.		Record Added Add Record
	CMH0080	Parents for Childrens Mental Health	600 The East Mall,, 3rd Floor  Toronto, ON M9B 4B1	416-220-0742	Works with families, general public, mental health professionals, agencies, government * provides awareness, education, support, comprehensive information on children's mental health * workshops for parents * parent to parent support * parent support groups * website * newsletter		Record Added Add Record
	BRA2050	Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse	1515 Matheson Blvd E, Unit 103  Mississauga, ON L4W 2P5	905-282-9792	Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse (PCAWA) consists of more than 35 member agencies in Peel that are directly involved, or concerned with, woman abuse * member agencies work together to promote a more effective and coordinated response to woman abuse in the region	Variable	Record Added Add Record
	CDR0117	The Dam	ReMax Building  6850 Millcreek Dr, Suite 109  Mississauga, ON L5N 4J9	905-826-6558	The Dam is a community program for youth (13-19yrs). All teens are welcome, free of charge, to come to the drop-in and participate in the programs, regardless of race, creed or colour. The drop-in provides a positive, healthy, encouraging and neutral turf environment that is drug-free and alcohol-free.    The Dam is a safe place where youth can hang out. The drop-in is named 'The Dam', because it is the hope that the drop-in is a dam that stops the flow of teens from becoming homeless street kids in the downtown core of Toronto. It is the goal to be the friends of youth and a resource to help them stay at home, in school and in the community.    DROP-IN PROGRAM  Offers a safe, fun place where youth can hang-out and get help when they need it. Provides a positive, healthy, encouraging environment for youth by offering free programs welcoming all regardless of race, colour, and creed and developing long-term, caring, consistent, one on one relationships.    YOUNG MOMS' PROGRAM  Support program which gives young mothers a chance to set and attain goals, care for their children and care for themselves, while being integrated into a caring community. This is accomplished by being a strong support for young mothers and by providing positive relationship building with staff, volunteers and young mothers.  Services include:  Individual counseling for young women to talk with a staff member confidentially about any issue or concern  Assist with housing and job searching  Referrals to other help agencies    Volunteer opportunities available.	Office Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm Programs Mon S After School Drop-in 3 pm-5 pm The DFA (DAM Film Association) 7:30 pm-10pm Tues S After School Drop-in 3 pm-5 pm Discussion Forum 4:30 pm-6 pm WedS After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm Dinner Program 5:30 pm-7 pm Evening Drop-in 7 pm-9 pm Young Mom's Dinner Group 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Thur S After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm Evening Drop-in 7:oopm to 9:00pm Fri S After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm	Record Added Add Record