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Event Speakers: Mental Health and Recovery Day
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Ontario Shores Art Gallery
Ontario Shores launched the Art Gallery in 2008 to bring people together who share an interest in art. Through our Guest Artist of the Month Program we are able to support aspiring and established artists from all around Ontario by providing a venue to showcase and sell their work. The Art Gallery... -
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DBT Videos by Module
DBT What is Dialectical behavior therapy for adolescents (DBT)? Origin of DBT Where it All Began – Marsha Linehan Developing the Synthesis of Acceptance and Change – Marsha Linehan Borderline Personality Disorder Having A Life Worth Living - Dr Aguirre's Insights on Borderline Personality Disorder... -
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Upcoming Events
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Stories
These powerful stories, generously shared by our patients, their families, dedicated staff, and our cherished donors, are a catalyst for breaking down barriers, amplifying the voices of those who seek expression, and offering solace to countless others grappling with mental health challenges. We... -
My Story. My Voice.
This service is designed to create and facilitate mutually beneficial opportunities for individuals with mental illness to share their recovery journeys in a variety of forums. Sharing recovery stories is beneficial for the story teller as it can help make sense of the events that have occurred in... -
Geriatric Units - Photo Gallery
Most of the Geriatric unit bedrooms are single, however we have two double rooms per unit. Bathrooms are shared and are located in the hallways of each wing. Storage space is available in each bedroom for clothing and additional space for personal care items is available in the nursing station... -
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Our Stories
Your invaluable support enables us to accomplish all that we do. Moreover, your contributions keep Ontario Shores at the forefront of recovery-oriented care by facilitating essential research that advances our understanding of mental illness, treatment for those on their path to recovery, and... -
Seniors - Treatment and Recovery
Welcome to Ontario Shores. This page provides more details for those who have already had a referral submitted to Ontario Shores. If you haven't had a referral yet, please visit our Accessing Care for Seniors page for more information on how to access our programs. Geriatric Outpatient Services... -
Ontario Shores Recovery College
Recovery College courses provide education about mental illnesses, treatment options, wellness and ultimately discovering or rediscovering passions, hope, and meaning. The Recovery College complements professional assessment and treatment by helping people to understand their challenges and learn... -
Trauma - Treatment and Recovery
Experiencing negative thoughts after a frightening or traumatic event can deeply impact your life. You are not alone and it’s normal to experience these negative thoughts and behaviours. You may even feel like you will never get your normal life back. It’s important to know through counselling and... -
Post Secondary Recovery Colleges
Application of the Recovery College Model in the Post-Secondary Space The goal of the application of the recovery college model in the post-secondary space is similar to community-based recovery colleges. Post-secondary recovery colleges aim to empower young adults to become experts in their own... -
Eating Disorders - Treatment and Recovery
If you are reading this page it means you are taking another step towards treatment and recovery. One of the most important aspects of residential treatment is developing goals that are specific to you and your recovery needs. During the pre-admission phase we will begin to explore your goals with... -
Recovery Model of Care
Recovery and Rediscover a shared journey Ontario Shores uses a new recovery model of care throughout the organization. The Interprofessional Collaborative Recovery Model is based on the principles of empowerment, hope, recovery, collaboration, identity, responsibility and meaning in life. The model... -
Journal of Recovery in Mental Health
Latest Issue We invite you to read the Journal of Recovery in Mental Health . Call for Papers We are also accepting new submissions for the up and coming issue. The aim of the journal is to integrate professional and lived experience manuscripts in order to become a valuable resource for a variety... -
Depression - Treatment and Recovery
Depression is a common illness that can affect anyone. It’s important to understand it does not make you weak and most importantly, it’s not your fault you are experiencing negative thoughts. Getting help early can help promote recovery and allow you to learn the best ways to manage and cope with... -
Psychosis or Schizophrenia - Treament and Recovery
Clients with psychosis or Schizophrenia often begin their journey to recovery through one of our inpatient programs for a thorough assessment and stabilization. Gradually, as symptoms improve the goal is for patients to return to living in the community supported by our outpatient programs... -
Apps for Substance Use Recovery
Substance Use Apps Breaking Free https://www.breakingfreeonline.ca/ Use code ontarioshores21 Alcohol Use Apps AlcoDroid Alcohol Tracker Myrecek (2018) Free Available on: Android Tracks alcohol consumption, helps users maintain a drink diary, and calculates blood alcohol content. Allows users to... -
Anxiety - Treatment and Recovery
If you are reading this page, it means you are taking steps toward getting the help you need and deserve in managing your anxiety. You might be considering reaching out for treatment and want to learn more. Or you may have already been referred and are waiting for your first appointment. It is... -
Patient Advisory and Recovery Committee (PARC)
Ontario Shores launched Patient Council in 1991 and it has evolved to what is now known as the Patient Advisory and Recovery Committee (PARC). It consists of broad volunteer representation of both inpatients and outpatients. Working in partnership with Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health...