Participants will increase their knowledge related to mental wellness and resiliency as they age. Useful tools and ideas will be shared to help create tangible and concrete plans to support mental wellness. Issues surrounding COVID will also be considered.
Crisis Resources
9-1-1 If someone wants to injure themselves, end their life, or hurt someone else
The Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region 613-238-3311 www.dcottawa.on.ca
Mental Health Crisis Line 613-722-6914 or 1-866-996-0991 crisisline.ca
Other Resources
Your Family Doctor They can assess & treat or refer for specialized services
Hope for Wellness Helpline 1-855-242-3310 www.hopeforwellness.ca 24hr wellness line for members of the Indigenous community who would like help navigating challenging situations and accessing supports.
Métis Nation of Ontario Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line 1-877-767-7572 For culturally specific mental health and addiction supports for Indigenous adults, youth, and families in Ontario (available in English and French)
Individual, couples, and walk-in counselling Family Services Ottawa (613) 725-3601 Jewish Family Services of Ottawa (613) 722-2225 Catholic Family Services (613) 233-8478
Mental Health Helpline (Information) 1-866-531-2600
Community Health Centres 1-866-532-3161 to find local CHC
Everyone is feeling the impact of the current pandemic situation. Mental health is not something you are struggling with alone. Although circumstances are difficult, we are all making our best efforts to keep ourselves and those we love safe and healthy. Give yourself credit for your efforts to stop the spread of COVID 19 and reach out if you feel you need more support or are worried about your own mental health. Recognize as well, that our recovery when the pandemic is over may take some time. We need to give ourselves permission to take the time and steps necessary for our own recovery process.