Health & Wellness (Display All)
- Abuse/Violence Related Support
- Addictions Support
- Bereavement Support
- Condition Specific Care and Health/Disability Support Groups
- Dementia/Alzheimer Supports and Services
- Falls Prevention Programs/Education
- Hospitals and Diagnostic Imaging/Radiology
- Home Health Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care and Homemaker Assistance
- Mental Health Services and Adult Protective Services
- Physiotherapy Programs and Rehabilitation
- Physician Referrals and Medical Information Services
- Podiatry/Foot Care
- Walk-In Medical Clinics
- Warmlines and Crisis Lines
- Wellness Programs
Local Community Leisure Guides in Niagara
Health & Wellness
Al-Anon Family Groups
Niagara, ON
AL-ANON is a program of self-help for anyone affected by someone else's drinking, such as family and friends of someone who has an issue with drinking.
ALATEEN is the program designed for the teenagers affected by another's drinking
http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca/meetings/
alanon.outreachniagara@gmail.comOffice: 905-328-1677
Call for information
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
St Catharines, ON
A recovery group for alcoholics. Not aligned with any sect, denomination, organization or institution * open meeting for AA, newcomers, family and friends * closed meetings for group discussion by alcoholics * 12-step program
info@aaniagara.orgOffice: 1-866-311-9042
Answering Service Mon-Sun 24 hours
Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region
403 Ontario StUnit 1 St Catharines, ONL2N 1L5
Provides services for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias, and their families, including support groups, counselling and education programs * promotes Alzheimer's research and partners with MedicAlert Safely Home to provide a nationwide program designed to help identify the person who is lost and assist in a safe return home
Contact office for further information on caregiver support meetings * offers a Speakers Bureau
https://www.alzheimerniagara.ca
niagara@alzheimerniagara.caOffice: 905-687-3914
Toll Free: 1-877-818-3202
Fax: 905-687-9952
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region - Psychogeriatric Resource Consultants of Niagara
403 Ontario StUnit 1 St Catharines, ONL2N 1L5
Provide consultative support and education to staff in Long Term Care facilities and MoHLTC funded Community Support Agencies, who serve people with dementia and mental health needs, in the Niagara Region.
https://www.alzheimerniagara.ca
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
ARID Recovery Homes
89 Queen St Fort Erie, ONL2A 1T9
Provides a safe, supportive, living environment for men recovering from substance abuse and enables residents to return to the community as healthy and productive citizens.
s.day@aridhomes.caOffice: 289-407-7757
Office: 289-407-7757
Office: 289-820-8192
Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Residents 1-2-3 group Mon 10 am
Residential men's group Tue 10 am
Relapse Prevention Thu 10 am
Narcotics Anonymous Wed 7:30 pm
Alcoholics Anonymous Thu 7:30 pm
ARID Recovery Homes
175 Pine St S Thorold, ONL2V 3M5
Provides a safe, supportive, living environment for men recovering from substance abuse and enables residents to return to the community as healthy and productive citizens.
s.day@aridhomes.caOffice: 905-227-1113
Office: 289-407-7757
Office: 289-820-8192
Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Men's Group Tue 10 am
12 Step Meeting Wed 10:30 am
ARID Recovery Homes - Women's Interim Support Home
35 River Rd Welland, ONL3B 2R7
Provides a safe, supportive, living environment for women recovering from substance abuse and enables residents to return to the community as healthy and productive citizens. Female home coinciding with two men's homes in the Region.
Office: 289-820-8192
Women's 12-step meeting Wed 10 amWomen's residential groups hours vary
Arthritis Society Canada - Niagara Peninsula - Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program
2 Lakeshore RdUnit 6 St Catharines, ONL2N 7E4
Offers physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work services and educational classes to anyone with a diagnosis of arthritis.
The Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) provides a range of services for children and adults with arthritis who reside in Ontario as services are funded by Ontario Health.
Appointments will assist with and address the following:
- How to deal with pain
- Understanding arthritis medications
- Exercises to reduce stiffness, increase strength and improve fitness
- Dealing with fatigue
- New ways to do activities that will minimize stress on joints
- Ways to cope with the emotional impact of arthritis
Office: 1-800-321-1433 ext 3307
By appointment
Audrey Wall Nursing Professional Corporation
365 Vine StUnit 5 St Catharines, ONL2M 4T9
Nursing foot care services - diabetic & non-diabetic assessment & care, thick/ingrowing toenails.
Custom compression garments.
SIAscope skin assessment - HD camera takes subdermal photos and photos are sent to ON dermatologist for assessment. Results emailed to client within 3 days. A private service but requires physician or NP referral.
https://www.clinicalfootservices.ca
info@clinicalfootservices.caOffice: 905-938-3668
Fax: 905-937-3668
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-5 pm * Thu 8:30 am-8 pm
Barclay Diagnostic Imaging - Diagnostic Imaging
589 Lake StLower Level St Catharines, ONL2N 7L6
Offers medical imaging and diagnostic services including ultrasound, vascular, bone density, breast imaging and X-Ray.
https://barclaydiagnosticimaging.com/
info@barclaydiagnosticimaging.comOffice: 905-934-3838
Fax: 905-934-5353
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm, by appointment
Barclay Diagnostic Imaging - Diagnostic Imaging
4438 Ontario St Lincoln, ONL0R 1B5
Offers medical imaging and diagnostic services including ultrasound, vascular, bone density, breast imaging and X-Ray.
https://barclaydiagnosticimaging.com/
info@barclaydiagnosticimaging.comOffice: 905-563-5000
Fax: 289-768-4897
Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm, by appointment
Barclay Diagnostic Imaging - Ontario Breast Screening Program
589 Lake StLower Level St Catharines, ONL2N 7L6
An Ontario Breast Screening Program site for early detection of breast cancer in women 30-69 years.
Screening includes two-view mammography. Screening results are sent to both the woman and her doctor. Women who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their next screening appointment. Women who receive abnormal results are referred to their doctor for further investigation or are referred directly for additional tests.
Public speaking, brochures, video and displays available.
https://barclaydiagnosticimaging.com/
info@barclaydiagnosticimaging.comOffice: 905-934-3838
Fax: 905-934-5353
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm, by appointment
Bayshore Home Health
282 Linwell RdSuite 205 St Catharines, ONL2N 6N5
Offers a range of services including:
- Nursing
- Personal care
- Home support and companionship
- Veterans Affairs of Canada assessments
- Occupational health nursing
- Flu clinics
- N95 Mask fitting
- Infusion clinics for Crohn's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, rare diseases and chemo
- Specimen collection for substance testing
Other services include:
- Meal preparation
- Homemaking
- Cleaning
- Personal care
- Appointment escort
- Ostomy
- Respite care
- General health check
- Palliative care
- Alzheimer care
- Brain injury care
- Blood pressure
- Glucose screening
- Osteoporosis
- Dermatology
- Heart health
- Cholesterol screening and asthma
https://www.bayshore.ca/locations/bayshore-home-health-st-catharines-on/
niagara@bayshore.caOffice: 905-688-5214 ext 2
Toll Free: 1-866-688-5214
Fax: 905-684-3133
Service (including on-call phone service) Mon-Sun 24 hours
Bethlehem Housing and Support Services - Violence Against Women Services
58 Welland Ave St Catharines, ONL2R 2M5
Assists women who have experienced abuse during the course of their lives. Abuse may have occurred during a past relationship or it may be an ongoing concern in a current relationship.
Community Support Workers meet with participants and offer supports including safety planning, referrals to emergency shelters, advocacy, and accompaniment.
Operates from a feminist perspective which includes empowerment, re-affirmation, support, and advocacy, while maintaining a non-judgmental approach.
Support services include:
- Short-term, supportive counselling for women in the community
- Development of safety strategies or plans for women and their children
- Provision of information on rights, options, and available services
- Referrals or linking women to appropriate services
- Cultural interpretation
- Advocacy with other agencies (i.e. legal, financial, etc.)
https://www.bethlehemhousing.ca
intake@bethlehemhousing.caIntake Support Worker: 905-641-1660 ext 228
Fax: 905-684-1666
Mon-Thu 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Fri 8:30 am-12 noon
Birchway Niagara
8903 McLeod Rd Niagara Falls, ONL2H 3S6
Provides shelter and services for women and children experiencing abuse. Services include:
- 24-hour support line (call or text - 905-356-5800)
- Counselling and emotional support for women and children/youth who are being or who have been abused
- Safety planning
- Transitional and housing support
- Public education program
- Referrals
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- debriefing with clients following family court appearances
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
Services are available on an in-shelter or office visit basis.info@birchway.ca
Office: 905-356-3933
Crisis: 905-356-5800
Administration Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-1 pm
Support Line/ShelterServices Mon-Sun 24 hours
Brain Injury Association of Niagara
300 Bunting RdUnit 4 St Catharines, ONL2M 7X3
Committed to empowering and maximizing the quality of life for individuals living with the effects of an acquired brain injury and their families through support, social activities, community and peer opportunities, advocacy, and information. Committed to education, awareness, and prevention of brain injury in St. Catharines and the Niagara region.
info@bianiagara.orgOffice: 905-646-2426
Fax: 905-984-5354
Mon-Thu 10 am-3 pm
Bridges Community Health Centre
1485 Garrison Rd Fort Erie, ONL2A 1P8
Provides primary health care services and health promotion programs using a multidisciplinary team of health care providers. Team includes:
- Family Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Registered Nurses
- Registered Dietitians
- Diabetes Educators
- Social Workers
- Health Promoters
- Community Health Workers
- Dental Health Community Worker
- Physiotherapists
- Kinesiologists
Various programs and workshops available; please see website for event calendar listings or pick up a newsletter at the clinic.
info@bridgeschc.caOffice: 905-871-7621
Fax: 905-871-9135
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm * Tue 8:30 am-7 pm
Bridges Community Health Centre
380 Elm StRear Port Colborne, ONL3K 4P2
Provides primary health care services and health promotion programs using a multidisciplinary team of health care providers. Team includes:
- Family Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Registered Nurses
- Registered Dietitians
- Diabetes Educators
- Social Workers
- Health Promoters
- Community Health Workers
- Dental Health Community Worker
- Physiotherapists
- Kinesiologists
Various programs and workshops available; please see website for event calendar listings or pick up a newsletter at the clinic.
info@bridgeschc.caOffice: 289-479-5017
Fax: 905-835-7756
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm * Wed 8:30 am-7 pm
Bunting and Carlton Medical Clinic
574 Carlton St St Catharines, ONL2M 4X9
Walk-in medical clinic that will treat minor ailments. A family medical practice as well.
http://www.buntingcarltonmedicalclinic.com
buntingcarltonmedicalclinic@gmail.comOffice: 905-646-0063
Fax: 905-646-0084
Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Smokers' Helpline
328 Mountain Park Ave Hamilton, ONL8V 4X2
Confidential, non-judgmental, telephone and online support for those wanting to quit smoking. Text messaging support also available.
smokershelpline@ontario.cancer.caOffice: 1-866-366-3667
Fax: 905-574-8327
Mon-Thu 8 am-9 pm *Fri 8 am-6 pm *Sat-Sun 9 am-5 pm * Online support available 24/7
Canadian Cancer Society - Cancer Connect Online Service
328 Mountain Park Ave Hamilton, ONL8V 4X2
Peer support for those who have received a cancer diagnosis, their caregivers and families. Create a profile on the website to access this group.
https://cancerconnection.ca/peersupport
cancerconnection@cancer.caOffice: 905-575-9220
Toll Free: 1-888-939-3333
Fax: 905-575-3370
TTY: 1-866-786-3934
Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Canadian Cancer Society - Wheels of Hope Transportation Services
328 Mountain Park Ave Hamilton, ONL8V 4X2
Assists eligible clients with their short-term travel to attend their cancer-specific medical appointments or supportive care services delivered by a professional recognized by Ontario's Health Care System. Services available to individuals or a whole family. Opportunities for volunteer drivers are available and drivers are reimbursed for their expenses.
https://cancer.ca/en/living-with-cancer/how-we-can-help/transportation
transportation@ontario.cancer.caOffice: 1-888-939-3333
Fax: 905-575-3370
TTY: 1-866-786-3934
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Canadian Hearing Services - Canadian Hearing Services Support Groups and Counselling
50 Dundurn St S Hamilton, ONL8P 4W3
Provides professional counselling and support groups for Deaf and hard of hearing people living with mental health issues, addiction, relationship problems, stress, abuse, and other challenges.
General counselling services are available as well as services targeted for individuals age 55 and older or for newcomers to Canada.
Toll Free: 1-866-518-0000
Fax: 1-833-203-4421
TTY: 1-877-215-9530
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Canadian Mental Health Association Niagara Branch - Administration
264 Welland AveSuite 103 St Catharines, ONL2R 2P8
Work to improve the quality of life for individuals experiencing mental, emotional and addictions challenges through the delivery of services including information and referral, urgent support services, residential services, counselling services, employment services and justice services.
info@cmhaniagara.caOffice: 905-641-5222
Fax: 905-684-8314
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
CarePartners
30 Hannover Dr St Catharines, ONL2W 1A3
Personalized and compassionate care through quality health services, to enhance the well-being of people at vulnerable times in their lives with an acute or chronic condition as a result of a physical or mental illness (inclusive of palliative and respite care). Personal care, light housekeeping, meal prep, respite and companion care to residents throughout the Niagara/Burlington areas.
Nursing staff provides visiting in the community including in the home, school, or clinic setting. Offers a comprehensive list of nursing services including caring for people recovering from surgery, managing pain through medication, caring for those with a chronic disease as well as health care teaching. Please contact to learn more about the nursing services.
Office: 905-680-1818
Toll Free: 1-800-267-7488
Fax: 905-704-0820
Answering Service Mon-Sun 24 hours
Caring Hands Health Care Services
43 Harcove St St Catharines, ONL2N 1W7
Provides home health care services to seniors.
Services include:
- Meal preparation and light housekeeping
- Dementia Care
- Palliative support companionship
- Accompaniment to appointments and shopping
- Overnight supervision
- Fall prevention and mobility assistance
- Caregiver relief and respite care
- Medication reminders
- Personal care
Office: 289-241-4633
Call for information
CBI Home Health
110 Hannover DrSuite 206 St Catharines, ONL2W 1A4
A Canadian-owned provider of personal support and homemaking services. Services may include:
- Caregiver & Respite Support Services
- Dementia Care Services
- Homemaking & Home Support Services
- In-Home Therapy Services
- Pediatric Services
- Personal Care Services
- Remote Health Monitoring Services
https://www.cbihomehealth.ca/locations/st-catharines-area
Office: 905-682-1059
Fax: 905-988-5648
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton / Niagara, Centre de santé communautaire Niagara - Counselling and Community Initiatives
810 East Main St Welland, ONL3B 3Y4
Children's Mental Health Program:
A wide variety of services are available to assist children, youth and families coping with mild to moderate mental health issues. Individualized assessment, counselling, case management and follow-up services are available to French-speaking children who have been exposed both directly and indirectly to some form of trauma such as violence, abuse, intimidation, war or torture.
The Service Coordination Program provides assistance to children and youth who require specialized mental health services that are currently not available in French. Services in this program may include: accompaniments and interpretation services, assisting English-speaking mental health professionals in the development of case plans for French-speaking clients, carrying out client assessments, counselling/treatment and case management services as agreed upon and in collaboration with the English-speaking service provider.
Adult Counselling Services:
Counselling services for those facing issues such as depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties with children etc.
Provides counselling and transitional support services for individuals identifying as women and for women who have been or are currently victims of abuse and/or sexual abuse. Also offering services for men who have been victims of abuse and/or sexual abuse during their childhood. Practical assistance such as accompaniments to lawyers' appointments, referrals to shelters or other housing options and safety planning are available. Off site services may be available to abusive partners through the Partner Abuse Response (PAR) program.
The CSC also partners with a 24 hour French Language Crisis line for victims of woman abuse "Femaide" 1-877-336-2433 1-877-FEMAIDE.
Office: 905-734-1141
Crisis : 1-877-336-2433 (1-877-FEMAIDE)
Toll Free: 1-866-885-5947
Fax: 905-734-1678
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton / Niagara, Centre de santé communautaire Niagara - Exercise and Falls Prevention Programs
Welland, ON
Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people with mobility issues. Aims to improve strength, flexibility and balance to prevent injury and falls. Falls Prevention classes (Keeping Balance) are lead by an Occupational Therapist and Lo-impact aerobic classes (Stay Fit) are led by Certified Fitness Instructor/Recreation Therapist. Times are subject to change in the summer.
STAY FIT CLASSES
French classes:
Niagara Falls
- Église Saint Antoine, 4570 Portage Rd - Mon, Wed 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
Welland
- CSCHN, 810 East Main St - Tue, Fri 10:30 am-11:30 am
St Catharines
- La Résidence des Ainés Canadiens francais, 321 Carlton St - Mon, Wed 9 am-10 am
English classes:
Welland
- Seaway Mall; Tue, Fri 9 am-10 am
Fonthill
- Fonthill Legion 141 Hwy 20 East; Mon, Wed 11 am-12 pm
FALLS PREVENTION CLASSES
French Classes
Welland
- CSCHN, 810 East Main St - Tue, Thu 9 am-10 am
St Catharines
- La Résidence des Ainés Canadiens francais, 321 Carlton St - Mon, Wed 3 pm-4 pm
Virtual via ZOOM
- Wed 10 am-11 am
English classes:
St. Catharines
- Heidehof Ball Room, 600 Lake St - Tue, Thu 3 pm-4 pm
Fonthill
- Fonthill Legion 141 Hwy 20 East - Mon, Wed 9 am-10 am
Welland
- CSCHN, 810 East Main St - Mon, Wed 10:30 am-11:30 am
Beamsville
- Trinity United Church, 4287 William St - Mon, Wed 3 pm-4 pm
Virtual via ZOOM
- Tue, Fri 9 am-10 am
Office: 905-734-1141
Toll Free: 1-866-885-5947
Hours vary
Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton / Niagara, Centre de santé communautaire Niagara - Primary and Community Health Care Services
810 East Main St Welland, ONL3B 3Y4
Clients have access to various health care professionals and services including family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, laboratory services, registered dietitians, foot care, diabetes education and management, occupational therapists, dentist, dental hygiene, and vaccinations.
Senior's Services Program:
- Blood pressure clinics
- Home visits from a health care professional
- Case management services for French-speaking seniors or frail adults
- Visiting nurse services may be available for eligible clients
- Health promotion workshops
- Social activities
- English and French physical activity sessions and other community events
- Falls prevention programs
- "Soyons actifs & Gardez L'équilibre" exercise program
- Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program
- Volunteer opportunities
Health promotion programs:
- Oral health workshops and dental hygiene services through a partnership with the Niagara Region for eligible individuals
- Youth hub
https://www.cschn.ca/medical-clinic/?lang=en
cschn@cschn.caOffice: 905-734-1141 ext 2221
Crisis : 1-877-336-2433 (1-877-FEMAIDE)
Toll Free: 1-866-885-5947
Fax: 905-734-1678
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Clinic on Elm (The) - Physiotherapy
380 Elm St Port Colborne, ONL3K 4P2
Designated OHIP-funded outpatient clinic providing physiotherapy services
thecliniconelm@gmail.comOffice: 905-834-5551
Mon 8:30 am-6 pm, Tue-Wed 7:30 am-4:30 pm, Thu 8 am-6:30 pm, Fri 7:30 am-2:30 pm
CNIB
Niagara, ON
Supports for people living with vision loss * research, public education, and vision health services * assists with building confidence, skills, and providing opportunities to fully participate in life
- peer support * groups, one-on-one mentorship, phone, or online
- home-based support (Vision Mate)
- support for students and parents (Beyond the Classroom)
- culture, recreation and sport programs
- youth empowerment programs
- advocacy groups and education
Office: 1-800-563-2642
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Community Addiction Services of Niagara
60 James StSuite 401 St Catharines, ONL2R 7E7
Youth, adults and family members can access this program, designed to help individuals and their relatives/significant others with alcohol, drug and gambling problems obtain effective treatment. Services include:
- comprehensive assessment
- individualized treatment plan
- referrals to appropriate resources
- case management
- outpatient counselling
- pretreatment group
- day treatment education and skills development group
- aftercare groups
Individual, family/relatives/significant others support also available. Emphasis is placed on cognitive behavioural and solution-focused approaches to the development of healthy lifestyles.
reception@cason.caOffice: 905-684-1183
Fax: 905-684-1551
Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm * Some evening hours also available.
Community Addiction Services of Niagara - Gambling Support Services
60 James StSuite 401 St Catharines, ONL2R 7E7
Out-patient assessment and counselling services specific to problem gamblers. Service is flexible and confidential and is available at various locations throughout the Niagara Region. Counselling for family members/significant others is also available.
reception@cason.caOffice: 905-684-1183
Fax: 905-684-1551
Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * Some evening hours available
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
5045 Valleyview Rd Lincoln, ONL0R 1B2
Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment.
Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning.
Office: 905-563-9501
Fax: 905-563-9502
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
Seaway Mall; 800 Niagara StR30 Welland, ONL3C 5Z4
Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment.
Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning.
Office: 905-788-3181
Fax: 905-788-3182
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
320 Vansickle RdUnit 3 St Catharines, ONL2S 0B4
Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment.
Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning.
Office: 905-682-3800
Fax: 905-682-2957
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
Niagara Falls, ON
Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment.
Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning.
Potential clients must call the St Catharines office to register.
St Catharines Office: 905-682-3800
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
Fort Erie, ON
Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment.
Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning.
Potential clients must call the St Catharines office to register.
St Catharines Office: 905-682-3800
Fax: 905-682-2957
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Homemaking
Thorold, ON
| Home workers provide light housekeeping, laundry, occasional meal preparation, and grocery shopping. The same home worker is assigned to a client on a regular and consistent schedule. Services are available on weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis for a minimum of two hours. Client must supply all cleaning products and equipment. Housekeeping services are intended as maintenance cleaning. The program does not include deep cleaning. Potential clients must call the St Catharines office to register. |
St Catharines Office: 905-682-3800
Fax: 905-682-2957
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Community Support Services of Niagara - Safety at Home
320 Vansickle RdUnit 3 St Catharines, ONL2S 0B4
Free individualized home safety assessments and education on how to remain healthy, safe and independent in your home. A summary of recommendations that promote independence and mobility are provided and external referrals made as needed.
cssn@cssn.caOffice: 905-682-3800
Fax: 905-682-2957
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Compass Community Health - Diabetes Foot Health Program
Bridges Community Health Centre, 1485 Garrison Rd Fort Erie, ONL2A 1P8
Offers free foot care to diabetics who do not have the resources to access foot care. Services are provided by Registered Chiropodists (licensed foot and ankle specialists) and Registered Practical Nurses specializing in advanced Foot Care.
Office: 1-844-223-3338
Call for information
Compass Community Health - Diabetes Foot Health Program
Quest Community Health Centre, 145 Queenston StSte 201A St Catharines, ONL2R 2Z9
Offers free foot care to diabetics who do not have the resources to access foot care. Services are provided by Registered Chiropodists (licensed foot and ankle specialists) and Registered Practical Nurses specializing in advanced Foot Care.
Office: 905-688-2223
Toll Free: 1-844-223-3338
Call for information
Compass Community Health - Diabetes Foot Health Program
Niagara Falls Community Health Centre, 4790 Victoria Ave Niagara Falls, ONL2E 4C3
Offers free foot care to diabetics who do not have the resources to access foot care. Services are provided by Registered Chiropodists (licensed foot and ankle specialists) and Registered Practical Nurses specializing in advanced Foot Care.
Office: 1-844-223-3338
Call for information
Compass Community Health - Diabetes Foot Health Program
Bridges Community Health Centre, 380 Elm St Port Colborne, ONL3K 4P2
Offers free foot care to diabetics who do not have the resources to access foot care. Services are provided by Registered Chiropodists (licensed foot and ankle specialists) and Registered Practical Nurses specializing in advanced Foot Care.
Office: 1-844-223-3338
Call for information
Compass Community Health - Diabetes Foot Health Program
Seaway Mall, 800 Niagara St NUnit JJ1 (upstairs) Welland, ONL3C 5Z4
Offers free foot care to diabetics who do not have the resources to access foot care. Services are provided by Registered Chiropodists (licensed foot and ankle specialists) and Registered Practical Nurses specializing in advanced Foot Care.
Office: 289-820-7024
Toll Free: 1-844-223-3338
Call for information
Consumer / Survivor Initiative of Niagara
Welland, ON
A virtual consumer/survivor group that offers support, education, information, advocacy and self-help groups for consumers of the mental health system.
http://www.initiativeniagara.ca
consumer.survivor@bellnet.caOffice: 905-732-4498
Fax: 905-732-5012
VIRTUAL DEPRESSION/ANXIETY SUPPORT GROUP: Mon 1 pm-3 pm, Wed 3:30 pm-5:30 pm, Fri 10 am-12 noon VIRTUAL ANGER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: Wed 6 pm-8 pm
Court Street Medical Center
Court Street Medical Center 9 Court StMain Fl St Catharines, ONL2R 4R3
A walk-in medical clinic providing urgent and non-urgent medical care. Pharmacy on site.
https://courtstreetmedical.ca/
Info@courtstreetmedicalcentre.caOffice: 905-682-5411
Mon-Fri 9 am-7 pm, Sat 9 am-3 pm
Design for A New Tomorrow
60 James StSte 502 St Catharines, ONL2R 7E7
Support individuals who have experienced abuse in intimate adult relationships in their journey towards healthy self-directed lives and respectful relationships.
A community based program funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services which provides individual and group counselling to enable women to become non-victims of physical or mental abuse. Participates in the Coalition to End Violence Against Women, which promotes and facilitates a coordinated community response to the abatement of violence against women.
* public education * intervention * treatment * follow-up * counselling * women's group
The Partner Assault Response Program in partnership with the Family Counselling Centre) * Funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General * for individuals who have been abusive to their partners and are committed to change * Individuals who are ordered by the court to attend the program in response to a criminal charge involving domestic violence * Sliding fee schedule for service
Neighbours, Friend and Families Campaign - raises awareness of the signs of woman abuse. Speakers are available, please contact the office.
https://www.design4newtomorrow.ca
dfnt@dfnt.caOffice: 905-684-1223 ext 1
Fax: 905-684-8067
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Distress Centre of Niagara
St Catharines, ON
Distress Line Program
- Provides a free, confidential, 24-hour telephone distress line available 24/7/365.
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
- provides emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention through text or instant message for those individual who many not want to receive support face to face or speak over the phone.
- provides a free, confidential 12-hour online and text support between the hours of 2pm and 2am EST
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
https://distresscentreniagara.com
dcniagara@distresscentreniagara.comOffice: 905-688-3711
Crisis: 905-688-3711
Office: 905-682-2719
Distress Line Program: Mon-Sun 24 hours * Text and Chat Program: Mon-Sun 12 hours (2 pm-2 am EST)
Distress Centre of Niagara
Fort Erie, ON
Distress Line Program
- Provides a free, confidential, 24-hour telephone distress line available 24/7/365.
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
- provides emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention through text or instant message for those individual who many not want to receive support face to face or speak over the phone.
- provides a free, confidential 12-hour online and text support between the hours of 2pm and 2am EST
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
https://distresscentreniagara.com
dcniagara@distresscentreniagara.comOffice: 905-382-0689
Crisis: 905-382-0689
Office: 905-682-2719
Distress Line Program: Mon-Sun 24 hours * Text and Chat Program: Mon-Sun 12 hours (2 pm-2 am EST)
Distress Centre of Niagara
Grimsby, ON
Distress Line Program
- Provides a free, confidential, 24-hour telephone distress line available 24/7/365.
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
- provides emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention through text or instant message for those individual who many not want to receive support face to face or speak over the phone.
- provides a free, confidential 12-hour online and text support between the hours of 2pm and 2am EST
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
https://distresscentreniagara.com
dcniagara@distresscentreniagara.comOffice: 905-563-6674
Crisis: 905-563-6674
Office: 905-682-2719
Distress Line Program: Mon-Sun 24 hours * Text and Chat Program: Mon-Sun 12 hours (2 pm-2 am EST)
Distress Centre of Niagara
Port Colborne, ON
Distress Line Program
- Provides a free, confidential, 24-hour telephone distress line available 24/7/365.
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
- provides emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention through text or instant message for those individual who many not want to receive support face to face or speak over the phone.
- provides a free, confidential 12-hour online and text support between the hours of 2pm and 2am EST
- uses trained volunteers
- assist callers to solve their own problems
- information and referrals
- intervene in life-threatening situations
- extensive pre-service training programs for distress line
- suicide prevention and intervention workshops
- communication skills training
https://distresscentreniagara.com
dcniagara@distresscentreniagara.comOffice: 905-734-1212
Crisis: 905-734-1212
Office: 905-682-2719
Distress Line Program: Mon-Sun 24 hours * Text and Chat Program: Mon-Sun 12 hours (2 pm-2 am EST)
Dr Mitchell's Medical Walk-In Clinic - Dr Mitchell's Medical Clinic
358 Scott St St Catharines , ONL2N 1J5
Walk-in medical clinic providing consultation and treatment for minor emergencies; a consultation and education service by referral only for medical cannabis.
Office: 905-994-9417
Fax: 905-994-9625
Mon-Thu 10 am-4 pm * Fri 10 am-1 pm * Call ahead as closing hours may vary
Elio's Foot Comfort Centre
Pine Shopping Centre 9 Pine St N Thorold, ONL2V 3Z9
Provides services for individuals with foot problems including
- Diabetic Foot Care Program
- Diabetic Foot Screening
- Chiropody
- Foot Assessments
- Custom made shoes
- Custom foot orthotics
- Diabetic footwear
- Orthopedic footwear
https://www.eliosfootcomfort.com
info@eliosfootcomfort.comOffice: 905-227-4215
Fax: 905-227-8032
Mon, Thu 9 am-5 pm * Tue-Wed 9 am-7 pm * Fri 9 am-1 pm
Epilepsy Niagara
Niagara Falls, ON
A non-profit agency dedicated to improving the quality of life of people in the Niagara Region who are affected by epilepsy. Epilepsy Niagara provides support services, education and public awareness to all persons living with epilepsy and their support network throughout the Niagara Region.
http://www.epilepsyniagara.org
info@epilepsyniagara.orgOffice: No public telephone number
Call for information
Foot Care by Sheena
Grimsby, ON
Provides professional nursing foot care in the comfort of the client's home. Also available in hospitals, nursing homes and retirement homes. Services available for diabetics, seniors, visually impaired and those with poor circulation, arthritis, injury, mobility problems, back problems or trouble reaching feet.
http://www.footcarebysheena.weebly.com
skoudys@hotmail.comOffice: 905-537-9823
Mon-Sun by appointment
Fresh Start Clinic
Community Health Pharmacy, 4790 Victoria Ave Niagara Falls, ONL2E 4C2
Offers Methadone maintenance treatment and Suboxone programs for opiate based drug addiction.
https://www.freshstartclinic.ca/
info@freshstartclinic.caOffice: 905-488-3187
Toll Free: 1-866-840-7474
Fax: 905-448-5878
Mon 9 am -5 pm, Tue 7 am-4 pm, Thu 9 am-6 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm
Fresh Start Clinic
120 Welland Ave St Catharines, ONL2R 2N3
Offers Methadone maintenance treatment and Suboxone programs for opiate based drug addiction.
https://www.freshstartclinic.ca/
info@freshstartclinic.caOffice: 905-488-3146
Toll Free: 1-866-840-7474
Fax: 905-488-3494
Mon 9 am-5 pm, Tue 6:30 am-4 pm, Wed 7 am-7 pm, Thu 9 am-6 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm
Fresh Start Clinic
601 East Main St, Unit 1 Welland, ONL3B 3Y3
Offers Methadone maintenance treatment and Suboxone programs for opiate based drug addiction.
https://www.freshstartclinic.ca/
info@freshstartclinic.caOffice: 905-488-6680
Toll Free: 1-866-840-7474
Fax: 905-448-5861
Mon 9 am-5 pm, Tue 7 am-4 pm, Thu 9 am-6 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm
Fresh Start Clinic
8-254 Killaly St W Port Colborne, ONL3K 6A6
Offers Methadone maintenance treatment and Suboxone programs for opiate based drug addiction.
https://www.freshstartclinic.ca/
info@freshstartclinic.caOffice: 905-488-6672
Toll Free: 1-866-840-7474
Fax: 905-448-5867
Mon, Tue, Fri 9 am -4 pm * Thu 9 am-6 pm
Gam-Anon
St Andrew's United Church, 5654 Morrison St Niagara Falls, ONL2E 2E8
A Gam-Anon International family support group for friends and families of gamblers. Rides may be provided if required.
https://www.gam-anon.org/meeting-directory/canada-meeting-directory/ontario
Office: No public telephone number
Wed 7 pm
Gamblers Anonymous - New Hope
St Andrew's United Church; 5645 Morrison St Niagara Falls, ONL2E 2E8
A self-help group for anyone with a gambling addiction.
Office: 1-855-222-5542
Wed 7 pm-8:45 pm
Gateway Residential and Community Support Services of Niagara - Community Treatment Order Program
Niagara Health1200 Fourth Ave St Catharines , ONL2S 0A9
Provides intense case management support services to individuals experiencing mental illness who would otherwise be in and out of hospital.
A partnership with Niagara Health, doctors, and other community health professionals with the goal of effectively providing the necessary level of service and increasing the probability of success in the community.
https://www.gatewayofniagara.ca
info@gatewayofniagara.caOffice: 905-735-4445
Toll Free: 1-877-735-4445
Fax: 905-735-7570
Office Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Gillian's Place
15 Gibson Place St Catharines, ONL2R 0A3
Offer confidential, non-judgmental advice and support for women, non-binary individuals, and their children experiencing gender-based violence and abuse.
Services include:
- compassionate one-on-one and group counselling
- emergency accommodation and transportation
- safety planning
- child and youth programming
- violence prevention programs and education
- second-stage housing
- transitional housing and support
- legal advice and support
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- debriefing with clients following family court appearances
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
Women do not have to stay at the shelter to access any of the free, confidential services. The goal is to provide safety, support and empowerment to vulnerable women, Two-spirit, gender queer, trans and non-binary individuals in the community.development@gilliansplace.com
Administration : 905-684-4000
Crisis: 905-684-8331
Fundraising : 905-684-4000 ext 254
Fax: 1-866-617-7604
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Grantham Medical Clinic
400 Scott St St Catharines, ONL2M 3W4
Provides first aid care, immunizations, injections (B12, iron, allergy), wart and skin tag removal, pregnancy tests, sexual health (sexually transmitted infection screening and treatment, contraception), travel consultations, tuberculosis test administering, driver's physical and out of country health visits.
https://www.granthammedical.com
Clinic: 905-937-0000
Pharmacy : 905-934-3333
Fax: 905-937-0030
Mon-Fri 9 am-2 pm, Sat 9 am-3 pm, Sun 10 am-3 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
37 Main St EUnit 4 Grimsby, ONL3M 1M7
Diagnostic imaging clinic, providing the following services:
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
Office: 289-797-2330
Fax: 289-235-8193
Ultrasound Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm * X-Ray Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
282 Linwell Rd St Catharines, ONL2N 6N5
Diagnostic imaging centre, providing the following services:
- X-Ray
- Ultrasound
Office: 905-935-0270
Fax: 905-935-8811
X-Ray Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Ultrasound Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
7885 McLeod RdUnit 114 Niagara Falls, ONL2H 0G5
Diagnostic imaging clinic, providing the following services:
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- BMD - Bone Mineral Density
- Nuclear Medicine
- Cardiac Imaging
- Mammography
Office: 905-354-8448
Fax: 905-354-4664
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm, Sat 8 am-1 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
5400 Portage RdSuite B2 Niagara Falls, ONL2G 5X7
Diagnostic imaging clinic, providing the following services:
- X-Ray
- General Ultrasound
Office: 905-356-6101
Fax: 905-356-9937
X-Ray Mon, Tue 8 am-5 pm * Wed-Fri 8 am-4 pm * Ultrasound by appointment
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
464 Welland Ave S St Catharines, ONL2M 5V4
Diagnostic imaging clinic, offering the following services:
- X-ray
- Ultrasound
- Mammogram (Ontario Breast Screening Program)
- Bone Mineral Density (BMD)
- Cardiac Imaging
Office: 905-684-6388
Fax: 905-684-6389
Mon-Thu 7 am-7 pm, Fri 7 am-5 pm, Sat 9 am-2 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
245 Pelham RdSuite 213 St Catharines, ONL2S 1X8
Diagnostic imaging clinic, offering the following services:
- X-Ray
- Bone Mineral density (BMD)
Office: 905-685-0132
Fax: 905-685-4547
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Greater Niagara Medical Imaging
555 Prince Charles Dr N Welland, ONL3C 6B5
Diagnostic imaging clinic, offering the following services:
- X-Ray
- Ultrasound
- Bone Mineral Density (BMD)
- Cardiac Imaging
Office: 905-735-2929
Fax: 905-735-2969
Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
Grimsby Foot and Nail Care
Grimsby, ON
Certified Advanced Foot Care Nurse (RPN) and Certified Podologist (Bsc) provide nail care and foot care in the home, hospital, nursing home and retirement homes for seniors and shut-ins.
Provides the latest techniques on fungal treatment and toenail correction. Mentoring new foot care nurses.
Office: No public telephone number
Mon-Fri by appointment
Hamilton Health Sciences - Niagara West Palliative Care Team
169 Main St E Grimsby, ONL3M 1P3
An inter-disciplinary team of health care providers who provide coordinated medical, nursing and psycho-spiritual care services as well as bereavement care services to individuals facing life-threatening illness and their family. The team works in consultation with the family physicians, Home and Community Care, community service provider agencies, West Lincoln Memorial hospital, Long term-care facilities and McNally House Hospice. The team travels to meet people in the most appropriate setting of care.
Office: 905-945-2250 ext 11413
Fax: 905-945-6600
Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Hamilton Health Sciences - Ontario Breast Screening Program
169 Main St E Grimsby, ONL3M 1P3
An Ontario Breast Screening Program site for early detection of breast cancer in women 50 years and over.
Screening includes a four-view mammography. Screening results are sent to both the woman and her doctor. Women who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their next screening appointment. Women who receive abnormal results are referred to their doctor for further investigation or are referred directly for additional tests
https://cancercareontario.ca/en/find-cancer-services/breast-screening-locations
Office: 905-945-2250 ext 11329
Fax: 905-945-5148
By appointment
Hamilton Health Sciences - West Niagara Mental Health Program
167A Main St E Grimsby, ONL3M 1P2
Provides assessment and treatment to individuals age 16 and older with suspected mental health or serious mental health problems. Both assessment and treatment is evidence-based/science informed. Services are conducted by a multidisciplinary team consisting of social work, nursing, occupational therapy, medicine/psychiatry, and other allied health professionals.
The service also offers an early psychosis intervention (EPI) service for individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis between the ages of 14 and 35.
Additional services are available for transition age youth (16-25), substance involved youth with mental health difficulties (16-25), and adults with mental health and substance disorders.
Office: 905-309-3336
Fax: 905-309-4446
Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
Heart Niagara
4635B Queen St Niagara Falls, ONL2E 2L7
Provides a number of programs to the community:
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR), AED AND FIRST AID TRAINING: Contracts to provide CPR and First Aid Training services to organizations.
HEALTHY HEART SCHOOLS' PROGRAM: Primary prevention program provides grade nine students with information about their individual heart health profiles to guide them toward making responsible decisions. Within a five day teaching block, the program provides measurements of fitness, height, weight, blood pressure, total cholesterol and CPR training. Provides the opportunity to present information on reducing the risk factors of heart disease to every person in the Niagara Region at least once in their lives.
DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM: Provides stress and echos, holter monitoring, loops and blood pressure monitors by physician referral only.
SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM: Offers an on-site smoking cessation program.
COOKING FOR A HEALTHIER YOU: Provides cooking classes at a location determined by the group/organization/corporation. The cost will cover tastings of food prepared and hand outs.
HeartCORE: Furnished with MedX circuit training equipment. Weekly circuit style workouts are completed in less than 15 minutes and are performed with slow, controlled movements. An energy coach provides one-on-one attention, ensuring proper technique and safe, effective progression of the exercises.The program is suitable for most people as it offers individualized instruction, resistance loads that are geared toward age and initial fitness level, plus the weekly sessions encourage adequate recovery time. Weekly exercise sessions will increase muscle strength, flexibility, bone health and much more. Additional health benefits include better insulin sensitivity and lower cholesterol.
Office: 905-358-5552
Mon-Thu 9 am-4:30 pm * Fri 9 am-1 pm
Home Instead - Home Instead - Niagara
4056 Dorchester RdSte 101 Niagara Falls, ONL2E 6M9
Provides home health care services. All services are provided by a fully trained and bonded Senior Care Caregiver.
Services include:
- home helper and companionship care
- medication reminders
- meal preparation
- light housekeeping
- personal care
- incidental transportation and appointment accompaniment in client vehicle or by use of public transit
- respite care
- palliative care
- Alzheimer and dementia care
- help with transitioning home after a hospital stay
- also provide services to those with a disability or illness requiring assistance
- regular quality assurance visits conducted
Office: 289-296-0288
Fax: 289-296-9133
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Hospice Niagara
403 Ontario StUnit 2 St Catharines, ONL2N 1L5
Assists people and families from the time of diagnosis with a terminal illness, through to end-of-life care and bereavement. Programs and services are free of cost and support people in their homes, in the community and in the hospice residence.
Care at Home: Working with primary care providers as one team, medical, emotional and social supports help people live well, for as long as possible in their own home, while supporting caregivers.
Care at Hospice: A 10-bedroom home, providing care, compassion and dignity for people at end of life and their families.
Care in the Community:
Wellness Programs: Programs such as Day Hospice focus on helping people and caregivers live well.
Bereavement Support: Children, teenagers and adults explore their feelings of grief and loss in a safe and supportive space. Participation is not dependent on their loved one having been a Hospice Niagara client.
Education and Consultation: programs and resources to help family caregivers learn different strategies to cope and care for themselves, while they care for others.
Office: 905-984-8766
Call for information
Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre - Inpatient Rehabilitation Programs
541 Glenridge Ave St Catharines, ONL2T 4C2
- High Intensity Rehabilitation
- Low Intensity Rehabilitation
- Short Term Complex Medical Management
- End of Life/Palliative
Office: 905-685-1381
Visiting Hours Mon-Fri 11 am-8 pm
Institute for Advancements in Mental Health - Niagara Region Support Group
St Barnabas Anglican Church; 33 Queenston St St Catharines, ONL2R 2Y8
Provides support, public education, and access to information about psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia) to consumers with mental illness, friends, relatives, and caregivers.
Support group meetings for family members / caregivers and for individuals living with psychosis.
https://www.iamentalhealth.ca/
Toll Free: 1-800-449-6367
Fax: 905-546-0055
First Wed of every month at 7 pm (no meetings held Jul-Aug, Jan)
Just Like Family Home Care
365 Vine StUnit 3 St Catharines , ONL2M 4T9
Services include:
Personal Care:
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Palliative care
- Hospital recovery
- Cancer care
- Parkinson's/ALS/MS
- Respite care
- Bathing/showering
- Dressing/grooming
- Continence management
- Mobility assistance
- Transfers/lifting
- Overnight/live in care
- Medication/meals reminder calls
- Attending outings and ceremonies; family engagements
- Read and play games
- Going on walks
- Medical appointments and accompaniment
- Grocery shopping
- Meal planning/preparation
- Light housekeeping; laundry; ironing; bed linens; waste disposal
- Gardening and watering plants
https://justlikefamilyhomecare.net/
southeastontario@justlikefamily.caOffice: 905-397-4272
Mon-Sun 24 hours
KMH Cardiology and Diagnostic Centres
180 Vine StSte 106 St Catharines, ONL2R 7P3
A medical lab offering:
- Echo cardiograms
- Nuclear testing
- Cardiology consultations by referral only
Office: 1-877-564-5227
By appointment, testing hours vary * Call centre Mon-Fri 8 am-7 pm, Sat 9 am-5 pm
Lifemark Physiotherapy Fonthill
209 Hwy 20 EUnit 6 Pelham, ONL0S 1E6
Designated OHIP-funded outpatient clinic providing physiotherapy and massage therapy services.
https://www.lifemark.ca/Fonthill
fonthill@lifemark.caOffice: 1-866-738-4608
Fax: 905-892-4891
Mon-Thu 8 am-7 pm, Fri 8 am-4 pm
March of Dimes Canada (GTA) - Post-Polio Canada, Niagara Post Polio Chapter
Niagara, ON
A national, virtual support group for those who have been impacted by Polio as a survivor, relative, caregiver, health care provider, volunteer or friend. Connect with peers, exchange information and resources, learn new skills, build a social network for support.
polio@marchofdimes.caOffice: 416-425-3463
Email coordinator for information
McNally House Hospice
148 Central Ave Grimsby, ONL3M 4Z3
A non profit, health care organization providing 24-hour Palliative Care for people living with a terminal illness, as well as those in their life circle. This care will be responsive to the timing and needs of people in the last days of life. Focus is placed on the physical, emotional, spiritual and psychological needs of the resident and their loved ones. McNally House also provides Psycho-Spiritual and Bereavement Support Services
https://www.mcnallyhousehospice.com
info@mcnallyhousehospice.comOffice: 905-309-4013
Service Mon-Sun 24 hours
Mental Health and Addictions Access Line
Niagara, ON
A telephone service available 24/7 for adult (16 years of age and older) residents of Niagara that provides:
- Exploration of client needs, while providing immediate emotional support
- Direct connection to the most appropriate mental health and/or addictions service
- Follow up with agencies to ensure each client is connected to service
Office: 1-866-550-5205 option 2
Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST): 1-866-550-5205 option 1
Fax: 905-682-7959
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Morrison St Walk-in Clinic - Morrison Walk-in Medical Clinic
6453 Morrison St Niagara Falls, ONL2E 7H1
Walk-in medical clinic operated by family physicians and emergency physicians to provide alternative care. Does not treat complex problems.
Treatment for:
- Common colds
- Minor injuries and sutures
- Prescriptions
- Medical assessment
- Driver's physicals
- WSIB services
- Flu shots, Immunizations and medical travel advice
- Referral to specialists
- Blood pressure testing
- Lacerations
https://www.twogreatwalkinclinics.ca/
Office: 905-374-3344
Fax: 905-374-2966
Mon-Thu 9 am-9 pm * Fri 9 am-6 pm * Sat-Sun 9 am-3 pm
Narcotics Anonymous
Niagara, ON
An international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts based on peer support.
pr@niagarana.comOffice: 1-888-811-3887
Visit website or call for information
Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs
1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way Thorold, ONL2V 4T7
Offers a variety of social, wellness and outreach services to older adults 60+ who reside in Ontario and have a valid Health Card. Programs are intended to help older adults remain safe and independent at home for as long as possible. The following non-medical programs are offered to support seniors and their families and caregivers. Programs include group sessions, in-home services and online programming.
Programs/services include:
- Outreach Services
- Adult Day Program
- Respite Companion Program
- South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre
- Healthy, Safe, Strong Exercise Program
- Assisted Living
- Niagara Gatekeepers
- Niagara Aphasia Program
- Information and referral
https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/community-programs.aspx
Office: 905-984-2621
Toll Free: 1-877-212-3922
Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs: Niagara Gatekeepers Program
1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way Thorold, ONL2V 4T7
Phone line that anyone in the community can call to help connect at-risk older adults with programs and services. The Niagara Gatekeeper program works in collaboration with local partner agencies.
Referrals are made to the most appropriate partner agency. Upon consent from the older adult, the partner agency will provide education around local programs and assist in the coordination of referrals to a range of services and supports.
Services are intended to help individuals remain safe and independent at home for as long as possible. The referral line is confidential and callers may remain anonymous..
A senior showing the following signs may need assistance:
- difficulty communicating, including confusion, memory loss, becoming withdrawn, hostile or angry
- changes to personal appearance, including poor hygiene, grooming, wearing dirty or inappropriate clothing
- deteriorating home conditions, including extreme neglect or disrepair, bad odoiurs, excessive clutter, neglected pets, lack of food
- deteriorating health such as difficulty seeing, speaking or hearing, poor mobility or balance, recent falls, significant weigh loss, injuries or untreated wounds
- decreased ability to handle money or pay bills
- unusual transactions
- inability to cope with the recent loss of a spouse or family member, friend or pet
https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/gatekeepers.aspx
Office: 905-684-0968
Administration: 905-984-2621
Fax: 905-984-6409
Referral Line Mon-Sun 8:30 am-8:30 pm
Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs: Respite Companion Services
1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way Thorold, ONL2V 4T7
This service provides a quality in-home respite service to individuals with Alzheimer disease or progressive age-related dementia. Trained respite companions provide meaningful activities tailored the client's needs and interests, in the client's home.
The program aims to provide:
- Activities that bring enjoyment, purpose and meaning to the client's life
- Socialization and interaction to maintain function and reduce risk of depression and loneliness
- Companionship to increase client safety and provide reassurance
- Respite for caregivers
- Help with meaningful activities such as walks, maintaining hobbies, socializing or other activities according to his/her ability, need and desire to participate
- Prompts for medication may be provided according to program policy
- Interaction that helps maintain functioning and enhances self-esteem which may decrease feelings of depression or loneliness
- Preparation and serving of snacks, beverages and light meals
- Provide personal care such as toileting, transferring, feeding or bathing
- Drive clients in their vehicle, perform banking or other financial transactions
- Clean the client's home, do laundry or shop unless it's a shared activity with the client
https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/community-programs.aspx
Office: 905-984-2621
Toll Free: 1-877-212-3922
Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Regular weekly scheduled visits are arranged for the same day and time each week based on the client's preference, up to a maximum of 20 hours per week (based on availability). The minimum length of any visit is three hours.
Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs: South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre
234 Bunting Rd St Catharines, ONL2M 3Y1
A program that helps older adults live active, healthy and independent lives. The South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre is a partnership of community and health care providers offering rehabilitation, wellness education and community resource connections to help older adults become healthier, safer and stronger.
The service provides opportunities for older adults to:
- Access professional services such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology
- Build strength, balance and confidence through exercise
- Socialize with others who are motivated to stay healthy, safe and strong
- Learn about health and wellness
- Learn about resources available to support independence and health
- Interact with students through classroom experiences
The centre is operated through a partnership of community and health care providers:
- Niagara Region
- Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre
- Niagara College
- March of Dimes Canada
- Home and Community Care Support Services Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant
https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/community-programs.aspx
Office: 905-984-2621
Toll Free: 1-877-212-3922
Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Client Programming 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department - Seniors Services - T Roy Adams Regional Centre for Dementia Care
403 Ontario St St Catharines, ONL2N 1L5
Specializes in enhancing the lives of older adults living with Dementia and behavioual changes.
The Behavioural Support Transitional Unit provides temporary accommodation in a home like setting for up to 17 clients. Assess the emotional, social, enviromental and physical needs of each client and then develop individualized treatment and care plans that prepare clients for their relocation to the most appropriate care setting.
The centre has a dedicated physician for the programme who works with the team to identify appropriate treatment and goals for each individual.
The purpose of the Centre is to provide care for variable short periods of time in the Regional Centre with the goal of returning the client/resident with appropriate supports to their local community or facility setting.
ACCESS AND CARE - COMPLEX CARE CENTRE: The Complex Care Centre can accommodate residents who are living in Niagara for up to 90 days (with a possible extension of an additional 90 days).
https://www.niagararegion.ca/living/seniors/t-roy-adams-centre.aspx
linhaven@niagararegion.caOffice: 905-934-3364 ext 4156
Fax: 905-934-0680
Mon-Sun 24 hours
Niagara (Region of). Public Health - Niagara Physician Recruitment and Retention
1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way Thorold, ONL2V 4T7
Established to promote family practice opportunities and to attract and retain physicians in Niagara. The program works in collaboration with clinics and all 12 municipalities.
Click here to view a listing of family physicians accepting new patients.
Online service
Niagara (Region of). Public Health - Niagara Region Mental Health - Assertive Community Treatment Team
Thorold, ON
Designed to assist individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Individuals served, often have co-existing problems such as homelessness, substance abuse or involvement with the judicial system.
https://www.niagararegion.ca/health
Office: 905-688-2854
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-7 pm, Sat-Sun 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Niagara (Region of). Public Health - Niagara Region Mental Health - Case Management
Thorold, ON
Provides support to individuals with serious, ongoing mental health needs.
Clinical Case Management services are for individuals who are:
- Living with ongoing and serious mental illness
- Having difficulty managing medication and their side effects
- Needing help with life skills and activities of daily living
- Requiring education and counseling for themselves and their family
- 60 and older
- Offers education, support and counselling regarding mental illness, medication management and connection to community resources
- Need help accessing appropriate services
- Are not in a long-term care facility and does not have dementia
https://www.niagararegion.ca/health
Office: 905-688-2854 ext 7353
Fax: 905-684-9798
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Niagara (Region of). Public Health - Niagara Region Mental Health - Support Groups
Thorold, ON
Offers groups for individuals who have mental health concerns. The goal is to provide psychotherapeutic treatment to support clients in the reduction of symptoms of various mental health diagnosis.
The following groups are offered internally to case management clients:
- Anxiety and Depression Treatment Group for people who experience difficulties facing activities of daily living due to anxiety and depression.
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for people who find it difficult to control emotions, relationships and behaviour, including self-harm.
- Hope Recovered for people with post-traumatic stress disorder or experiencing trauma symptoms
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for individuals who experience hearing voices
https://www.niagararegion.ca/health
Office: 905-688-2854 ext 7353
Intake Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
Niagara (Region of). Public Health - Tobacco Hotline
1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way Thorold, ONL2V 4T7
Enacted to protect the health of all Ontarians by prohibiting smoking tobacco, cannabis and vaping in all enclosed places and public places. Designed to prevent youth from starting to smoke or vape, to help people quit smoking, and to protect Ontarians from the health effects of second-hand smoke/vapour. Can offer assistance with the following:
- quit smoking help
- signage for a business, home or car
- information on smoking legislation
- reporting a complaint
www.niagararegion.ca/health/substances/tobacco/default.aspx
Office: 905-688-8248 ext 7393
Toll Free: 1-888-505-6074 ext 7393
Fax: 905-688-7024
Tobacco Hotline Mon-Sun 24 hours
