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Outreach and Short Term Support Services are a vital resource for those who are not connected to any other mental health supports; services are available on a temporary basis (the average is four to six months).
Individuals who are marginalized and homeless often utilize our outreach services and have many complex needs including support for serious mental health issues or homelessness/unstable housing.
In partnership with Dunara Homes for Recovery Inc. (Dunara), services are provided to almost 400 individuals annually in Waterloo Region and Guelph. Services include assistance related to referrals for housing or living arrangements, mental health symptoms, medication management, supportive counselling for finances and relationships, activities of daily living, and substance abuse (treatment planning).
People in Motion is a program offered through Outreach and Short Term Support Services.
A year long, lifestyle intervention program, People in Motion is designed to improve the health and wellness for people with mental illness. Its purpose is to increase general wellbeing and to prevent chronic illness through healthy eating and exercise.
Modules that are offered include walking 2 -3 times a week – offered throughout the year, yoga for 10 weeks of relaxation, stretching, breathing and stress-release, learning to cook - two, five-week cooking classes, and the Getting Acquainted YMCA group for 10 weeks. There is also a weekend getaway for three days of recreation including horseback riding, low ropes, archery, swimming and more! For more information contact WRHMH office and ask for People in Motion.
Referral Process –for Housing, Outreach and Short Term Support Services, and Long Term Support Services. Assistance is available to eligible individuals with a mental health issue, age 16 years or older. Priority will be given to individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. To apply, please contact the Community Intake Coordinator for an appointment. Intake staff will interview you at your home or the location of your preference. The interview usually takes one hour. Eligible applicants may be placed on a wait list.
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