AMI-Quebec | AMI-Quebec http://amiquebec.org Action on Mental Illness Thu, 16 May 2013 20:53:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 General Information http://amiquebec.org/general-information/ http://amiquebec.org/general-information/#comments Wed, 08 May 2013 17:17:31 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=3225 General Information, Government Services Legal Outside Quebec

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/general-information/feed/ 0 Hoarding http://amiquebec.org/hoarding/ http://amiquebec.org/hoarding/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:05:33 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2471 AMI-Quebec has a hoarding support group that meets once a month. Please click here for details. For more information about hoarding, please click here or consult one of the organizations below.

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For more information about hoarding, please click here or consult one of the organizations below.

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Centre de Sante Mentis514-655-4048information about and treatment for hoarding [E/F]
eSanté MentalewebsiteFactsheet on hoarding [E]
International OCD Foundation617-973-5801education, help, and information for hoarding [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/hoarding/feed/ 0 Sexuality and Sexual Orientation http://amiquebec.org/sexuality/ http://amiquebec.org/sexuality/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:34:16 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2514 Issues surrounding sexuality and sexual orientation can cause symptoms of anxiety or depression. If you or someone you love is struggling with sexuality, please contact the organizations below.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Gayline514-866-5090
1-888-505-1010		info, listening, referrals, support re: sexual orientation by phone and web-chat [E]
McGill University Sexual Identity Centre (MUSIC)514-934-1934 x43585specialized mental health services for individuals, couples, families
Project 10 (ages 14-25) 514-989-4585Listening line, peer couns., advocacy, accomp., workshops, references to therapists [E/F]
Sexuality and U.cawebsiteInformation on sexuality, safer sex, sexual orientation, etc.

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/sexuality/feed/ 0 Recovery http://amiquebec.org/recovery/ http://amiquebec.org/recovery/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:31:53 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2503 The following resources promote recovery and offer tools and information.

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ORGANIZATIONS
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Canadian Psychological Association613-237-2144professional association for psychology, information on practitioners [E/F]
Canadian Psychiatric Research Foundation416-351-7757information, research; educational handbooks available online [E]
Canadian Register of Health and Service Providers in Psychologywebsiteprofessional organization, directory of psychologists [E/F]
Daily Strength: Online Depression Support Groupwebsiteonline discussion & support group for depression [E]
Here to Helpwebsitemental health and substance use information, interactive online recovery tools [E/F/Other]
Mary Ellen Copeland: Wellness Recovery Action Plan802-254-2092self-help books, recovery programs [E]
Mike'•s Storywebsiteinspiring personal success story of someone living with schizo-affective disorder [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/recovery/feed/ 0 Women http://amiquebec.org/women/ http://amiquebec.org/women/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:29:42 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2526 This section of our resource list contains organizations who specifically help women, including housing, listening services, workshops, and other support.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
L'Abri D'Espoir514-934-5615emergency & long-term shelter, meals, counseling & referral [E/F]
Auberge Madeleine514-597-1499short-term housing & group living for women in difficulty [E/F/other]
Auberge Shalom514-731-0833emergency shelter for abused women of all ethnicities, external counseling [E/F]
Chez Doris514-937-2341meals & clothes, educational & social services - for women [E/F]
Elizabeth Fry Society of Quebec514-489-2116 x232legal advice & support for women having trouble w/ law, halfway houses [E/F]
Femmes du Monde (Cote-des-Neiges)514-735-9027community centre for women, listening service, support & self-help [F/other]
Herstreet514-284-9665helps women in distress and homeless women [E/F]
Italian Women's Centre of Montreal514-388-0980support, workshops, accompaniment, & other services for Italian women [E/F/I]
Le Chainon514-845-0151night, short-, & medium-term shelter for women in need and/or homeless [E/F]
Le Parados514-637-3529short-term housing for women & children victims of violence [E/F/S/other]
Logifem514-939-3172women's shelter, accompaniment, support [E/F] (address confidential)
Maison Marguerite514-932-2250short-term housing for women in need, clothing, food, etc. [E/F/other]
La Maison St. Jacques514-526-4132group for mothers, free group psychotherapy for adults 18-50, referrals [F]
Montreal Women's Centre514-842-4780support, workshops, accompaniment, employment integration [E/F]
Multi-Femmes514-523-1095short-term housing for women victims of conjugal violence, intervention [E/F/]
Patricia MacKenzie Pavilion (Old Brewery Mission) 514-526-6446food, clothing, shelter for homeless women, social rehabilitation program [E/F]
The Shield of Athena514-274-8117shelter, intervention, prevention for victims of fam. violence (ethnic) [E/F/other]
West Island Women's Shelter514-695-8529activities, support groups, workshops, special programs for teens & mothers [E/F]
Women's Y Residence Program (YWCA Mtl) 514-866-9941affordable temporary community living for women in difficulty [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/women/feed/ 0 Youth http://amiquebec.org/youth/ http://amiquebec.org/youth/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:28:20 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2529 The symptoms of many mental illnesses first appear in childhood and adolescence. If you are a young person looking for help, or if you are looking for support for a young person you care about, the resources below can help.

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ORGANIZATION (website)
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Active Mindswebsiteorganization promoting student mental-health awareness, resources [E]
Alcoholics Anonymous Young People at Chabad Lifeline514-738-7700AA support group [E]
Amcal (West Island)514-694-3161residence, development workshops, and other programs for teens [E/F]
Ateliers d'Anna (APABEMSO)514-368-4824workshops for children 6-12 who have a mentally ill parent [F]
Batshaw Youth and Family Services514-989-1885foster home & adoption services, family interventions, social rehab [mostly E/F]
Batshaw Youth Protection514-935-6196youth protection services (kids under 18), psychosocial emergencies [mostly E/F]
The Bunker (Dans La Rue)514-524-0029Short-term emergency housing for minors, confidential location [E/F]
Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry613-288-0408professional association of child psychiatrists, resources [E/F]
Canadian Association for Adolescent Health514-345-9959promote health and well being of teens, health care info, resource linkage [E/F]
Catholic Community Services514-937-5351support services for families, youth, and seniors, i.e. camps, integration [E/F]
Centre Hospitalier Charles-Lemoyne - Adolescent (South Shore)450-466-5000 x2830adolescent psychiatry department [E/F] (referral needed)
Centre Hospitalier Charles-Lemoyne - Child (South Shore)450-466-5000 x5098child psychiatry department [E/F] (referral needed)
The Balanced Mind Foundation847-492-8510resources and online forum for family of children with mood disorders, BPD [E]
Cope Care Deal: A Mental Health Site for Teens websiteinformation, education, resources for teens [E]
Dans La Rue514-526-7677
1-888-520-7677		support, food, shelter for homeless youth; job skills, art, music therapy [E/F]
Douglas Hospital Child & Adolescent Psychiatry514-761-6131 x2067outpatient clinic w/ psychiatric programs for children & adolescents [E/F] (referral needed)
Education Coup de Fil514-525-2573free counseling line for parents & children concerning family issues [E/F]
Exploration (CLSC Pierrefonds) 514-626-263 x4368workshops & support groups for children w/ mentally ill parents [E/F]
Family Resource Center514-685-5912individual and family counselling, workshops for parents and children, parent support groups [E]
Foster Pavilion514-486-1304rehabilitation services for teens w/ substance abuse problems [E/F]
Head and Hands514-481-0277counseling for youth 12-25, health, legal, & social services, activities, etc. [E/F]
Jeune pour jeuneswebsitesimplifies law and explains rights to youth [E/F]
Kids Help Phone1-800-668-6868helpline for kids and teens; counselling, listening, referrals, info [E/F]
Leave Out Violence514-938-0006anti-violence programs through media arts, positive life skills workshops [E/F]
Legal Aid Youth514-864-9833free legal aid for youth, services for youth protection & justice system [E/F]
Maison Elizabeth House514-482-2488centre for young parents, residential services for young mothers, assistance [E/F]
Mental Health and High school (CMHA Education program)websiteinformation on mental health for students, teachers, and parents [E/F]
Mind your Mind (By teens for teens)websiteonline comm. for support for consumers & their families, coping tools [E]
Miriam Foundation514-345-1300programs and services for kids + adults living with intellectual disabilities or Autism Spectrum [E/F]
Montreal Children's Hospital514-412-4400variety of services and programs from inpatient to outpatient clinics [E/F]
Montreal Children's Hospital Adolescent Psychiatry514-412-4449adolescent psychiatry at the children's hospital [E/F]
My life – ItÕs cool to talk about it (CMHA Program for Teens)websiteguide about mental health for teens [E/F]
National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens websiteonline resource center for teens concerning drug abuse; info, blogs, etc. [E]
Portage - Adolescent Program514-939-0202rehab program for teens 14-18; residence, therapy, support, recreation [E/F]
Reach Outwebsiteinfo & facts for various issues inclu. mental health; get help, blogs, etc. [E]
St. Justine Hospital Psychiatry514-345-4695various programs and services offered by psychiatry department [E/F]
Sun Youth514-842-6822activities for youth, camps, sports, volunteering, food, clothing, assistance [E/F]
Teenage Health Unit (JGH)514-340-8242health and counseling services for teenagers [E/F]
Tel-Jeunes514-263-2266
1-800-263-2266		24/7 support and helpline & phone counseling for kids and teens under 20 [E/F]
Youth Beyond Bluewebsiteresources, referrals, and information about depression and other mood disorders [E]
Youth Net / Reseau Ado613-738-3915education, support, information about mental health [E/F]
Youth Suicide PreventionwebsiteSuicide prevention information and resources [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/youth/feed/ 0 Victims of Crime (including sexual assault) http://amiquebec.org/victims-of-crime/ http://amiquebec.org/victims-of-crime/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:26:30 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2520 Did you know that 25 percent of those living with mental illness are likely to be victims of violent crime (compared with three percent of the general population)? If you are the victim of a crime, the resources below can help by providing support and information.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
L'Abri d'Espoir514-934-5615emergency & long-term shelter, meals, counseling & referral for women in difficulty[E/F]
Auberge Madeleine514-597-1499short-term housing & group living for women in difficulty [E/F/other]
Auberge Shalom514-731-0833external counseling, emergency shelter for abused women of all ethnicities [E/F]
Auberge Transition514-481-0495free shelter & support for women & children victims of violence [E/F/other]
CALACS (umbrella organization)514-529-5252
1-877-717-5252		Group of orgs - provide support, info, advocacy for assaulted women [mostly F]
West Island CALACS514-620-4333phone + emerg. support, advocacy, legal info for assaulted women ages 14+ [E/F]
CAVAC – Crime Victims Assistance Center1-866-532-2822post-trauma intervention, info on rights, assistance with forms, referrals [E/F]
Femmes du Monde (Cote-des-Neiges)514-735-9027community centre for women, self-help group against conjugal violence [F/other]
Herstreet514-284-9665helps women in distress and homeless women [E/F]
Montreal Assault Prevention Center514-284-1212Self-defense workshops for women and teen girls
Montreal Sexual Assault Centre514-934-450424 hour help line for sexual assault (for all ages), counseling for victims + loved ones (adult) [E/F]
Montreal Women's Centre514-842-4780support, workshops, accompaniment, employment integration [E/F]
Multi-Femmes514-523-1095short-term housing for women victims of conjugal violence, intervention [E/F/]
Le Parados514-637-3529short-term housing for women & children victims of violence [E/F/S/other]
Sexual Assault Centre of McGill (SACOMSS)514-398-8500crisis intervention, support groups, accompaniment, outreach, referrals [E/F]
S.O.S Conjugal Violence1-800-363-901024 hour help line [E/F]
The Shield of Athena514-274-8117shelter, intervention, prevention for victims fam. violence (ethnic) [E/F/other]
Women Aware514-489-1110listening line, self-help groups, prevention workshops, accompaniment [E/F]
West Island Women's Shelter514-695-8529activities, support groups, workshops, special programs for teens & mothers [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/victims-of-crime/feed/ 0 Violence/Anger/Abuse http://amiquebec.org/violenceangerabuse/ http://amiquebec.org/violenceangerabuse/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:21:41 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2523 Did you know that someone who suffers from mental illness is far more likely to be the victim of violence than the perpetrator? For help dealing with violence, anger, or abuse, please see below.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
McGill Domestic Violence Clinic514-737-7208counseling for violent men, groups for abused women & children [mostly E/F]
Montreal Anger Management Centre514-737-7208court-accredited anger management counselling, individual/couples/family therapy, referrals [E/F]
Option514-527-1657individual, couple, and group therapy for violent men and women [F]
Pro-gam514-270-8462psychotherapy for violent men, intervention, education, research [E/F/S]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/violenceangerabuse/feed/ 0 Suicide http://amiquebec.org/suicide/ http://amiquebec.org/suicide/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:19:16 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2517 If someone you love is threatening suicide, call 911 or visit your local hospital. For organizations that can help, please see below.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Association Québecoise de Prevention du Suicide418-614-5909info, education, support, help, various programs, referrals [E/mostly F]
Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention204-784-4073info, support, education [E]
Centre for Suicide Prevention403-245-3900info, toolkit, library, workshops in Alberta [E]
Family Survivors of Suicide (FSOS)514-398-7067support group for family survivors of suicide [E]
SavewebsiteInfo, resources, education, crisis line [E]
Suicide Action Montreal (SAM) 1-800-277-3553listening line, education, bereavement support [E/F]
Suicide Prevention Helpwebsiteweb directory of suicide prevention resources [E]
Tel-Aide514-935-1101free, anonymous, & non-judgmental listening centre for people in distress [E/F]
Tel-Jeunes514-263-226624/7 support and helpline & phone counseling for kids and teens under 20 [E/F]
Youth Suicide PreventionwebsiteSuicide prevention information and resources [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/suicide/feed/ 0 Seniors http://amiquebec.org/seniors/ http://amiquebec.org/seniors/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:40:25 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2511 Please see below for support for seniors.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Almage Senior Centre 50+ (East Island)514-355-1712socializing, health & well-being workshops, home visits & meal program [E]
Alzheimer Society of Canada1-800-616-8816info, education, support, news [E/F]
Association BŽénévole Amitié514-931-5757centre w/ activities, community & social support, assistance to seniors [E/F]
Catholic Community Services514-937-5351community centres and groups for seniors [E/F]
Contactivity Centre (Westmount)514-932-2326activities, meals, workshops, counseling, outings, daily phone calls, support [E]
Cummings Jewish Senior Centre514-342-1234 x3095centre for seniors w/ mental illness, support & activities (Jewish community) [E/F]
Elder Abuse Info Line (CLSC Rene-Cassin)514-489-2287listening, support, & info line for seniors, their friends & families [E/F]
Geriatric Clinical Services Outpatient Clinic (Douglas Hospital)514-761-6131clinical mental health programs for seniors, long- & short-term treatment [E/F] (referral needed)
Geriatric Day Hospital (Royal Victoria Hospital)514-934-1934 x31518day program to encourage physical & mental health in seniors [E/F] (referral needed)
Mental Health Programs for Older Adults (CLSC René-Cassin)514-488-9163 x1376psychosocial services (counseling & medical follow-up), home & family support [E/F]
New Hope Senior Citizen's Centre (NDG)514-484-0425recreational & physical activities, big meals on wheels program (low cost) [E/F]
RECAA514-528-8812elder abuse prevention & awareness in ethnocultural communities [E/F/other]
Régie des Rentes - Quebec Pension Plan514-873-2433information about Quebec Pension Plan & disability benefits [E/F]
St-Antoine Community Centre 50+ (S-West Mtl) 514-933-7351socializing, health, support for seniors, foster autonomy & belonging [E/F]
Societe Hab. Qc - Shelter Allowance Program 1-800-463-4315financial assistance to seniors 55+ who spend too much $ on rent [E/F]
Tel-Ainés514-353-2463free, anonymous, and confidential listening line for 60+ [F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/seniors/feed/ 0 Grief and Bereavement http://amiquebec.org/grief-and-bereavement/ http://amiquebec.org/grief-and-bereavement/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:12:09 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2468 Losing someone dear to you can be a difficult experience. If you need support, please consult one of the organizations below.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Family Survivors of Suicide (FSOS)514-398-7067support group for family survivors of suicide [E]
Friends for Mental Health (West Island)514-636-6885occasionally offer group: bereavement/survivors of suicide, caregivers only [E/F]
Hope & Cope (JGH)514-340-8255Support group for anyone who has lost a loved one (cancer or other cause) [E]
La Maison Monbourquette514-523-3596 1-888-533-3845Support groups, listening service, information and resources for grieving people [F]
Mt Royal Commemorative Services 514-279-7358support groups: separate groups for adults, parents, youth. Holiday support [E]
West Island Palliative Care Residence–Bereavement Support Services514-693-1718 x231Grief support groups; separate for adults/youth. Holiday support [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/grief-and-bereavement/feed/ 0 Listening Services http://amiquebec.org/listening-services/ http://amiquebec.org/listening-services/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:49:42 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2490 Do you need someone to talk to about mental illness or any other problem? The services listed below are there to help.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Centre d'Écoute Le Havre514-982-0333drop-in centre for talking to someone in complete confidentiality [F]
DéŽprimés Anonymes514-278-2130listening line 7 days a week, 8am-midnight, referrals [F]
Face à Face514-934-4546free 8-week counselling, drop-in support groups, listening, assistance [E/F]
Head & Hands514-481-0277counseling & listening for youth 12-25 (non-judgmental & flexible) [E/F]
Kids Help Phone1-800-668-6868helpline for kids and teens; counselling, listening, referrals, info [E/F]
Ligne Parents1-800-361-508524/7 phone counseling & support for parents of children & teens [E/F]
Ontario Mental Health Helpline1-866-531-2600information about mental health services in Ontario, referrals 24/7 [E/F]
Multi Écoute514-737-3604listening, assistance, psychosocial support, immigrant populations [E/F/S]
Revivre514-738-4873help-line, education, resources, support groups, counseling [E/F]
Suicide Action Montreal (SAM)1-866-277-3553listening line, education, bereavement support [E/F]
Tel-Aide514-935-1101free, anonymous, & non-judgmental listening centre for people in distress [E/F]
Tel-AinŽs514-353-2463free, anonymous, and confidential listening line for 60+ [F]
Tel-Écoute514-493-4484free, confidential, & anonymous listening line for people who need to talk [F]
Tel-Jeunes514-263-226624/7 support and helpline & phone counseling for kids and teens under 20 [E/F]
West Island Crisis Centre514-684-6160crisis line, counselling, short-term housing, mobile intervention - all 24/7 [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/listening-services/feed/ 0 Legal http://amiquebec.org/legal/ http://amiquebec.org/legal/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:47:47 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2487 This section will guide you to places that can help you with legal matters, such as your rights, complaints related to health and social services, and curatorship, often at a free or reduced cost.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Action Autonomie514-525-5060information, accompaniment, advocacy and lobbying for rights of consumers [E/F]
Agence de la SantéŽ et des Services Sociaux de Mtl – Pop'n Services514-286-5615Information about health system and rights [E/F]
AGIDD-SMQ514-523-3443info, defends the rights of mentally ill individuals, works w/ ministries [F]
CAAP-Island of Montreal514-861-5998help/advice for filing complaints or problems with health/social services system [E/F]
Le Collectif Defense des Droits Monteregie (South Shore)450-674-2410advocate for rights of consumers, many programs, personal accompaniment [F]
Educaloiwebsiteexplains Quebec law to citizens in everyday language [E/F]
Elizabeth Fry Society of Quebec514-489-2116 x232legal advice & support for women having trouble w/ law, halfway houses [E/F]
Head & Hands514-481-0277free legal information for people 12-25, accompaniment, etc. [E/F]
Italian Women's Centre of Montreal514-388-0980family law workshops, help for abusive relationships for Italian women [E/F/I]
Jeune Pour jeuneswebsitesimplifies law and explains rights to youth [E/F]
Legal Aid Mental Health514-864-4278legal aid to people hospitalized for mental health problems [E/F]
Legal Aid Montreal514-864-2111affordable/free legal aid depending on income, priority for certain people [E/F]
Legal Aid Youth514-864-9833free legal aid for youth, services for youth protection & justice system [E/F]
Longueuil Courthouse (South Shore)450-646-4009court orders and related matters [E/F]
McGill Legal Info Clinic514-398-6792free student-run legal information service for everyone, referrals [E/F]
National Pardon Centre514-842-2411assist with criminal record pardons, US entry & border restrictions [E/F]
Project Genesis514-738-2036assistance in understanding housing & welfare rights, legal help, etc. [E/F/other]
Project PAL (South West Montreal)514-767-4701housing, rights, drop-in for consumers, outings, workshops, self-help etc.[E/F]
Public Curator of Quebec514-873-4074
1-800-363-9020		information concerning curatorship or tutorship [E/F]
Public Curator Surveillance (Ura Greenbaum)514-906-1845education, assist people dealing with public curator, accompaniment, etc. [E/F]
Quebec Ombudsman514-873-3205free recourse for people treated unfairly by gov't ministries [E/F]
Saint Columba House (Point St. Charles) 514-932-6202assistance, support, and rights information for people on welfare [E/F]
Tribunal Administratif du Quebec514-873-7154deals with criminals not responsible for their crime due to mental illness [E/F]
YWCA Legal Information Clinic514-866-9941 x293low cost legal info service by volunteers for men & women [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/legal/feed/ 0 Learning/Intellectual Disability http://amiquebec.org/learningintellectual-disability/ http://amiquebec.org/learningintellectual-disability/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:45:02 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2485 For help with learning or intellectual disabilities (including ADD, ADHD, and autism), please see below.

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ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
The Gold Learning & Research Centre514-345-8330 x319workshops for intellectually disabled & family, therapeutic programs, conferences [E/F]
The Centre for Literacy514-798-5601resource centre for people with learning disabilities [E]
Evaluation Clinic (Riviere-des-Prairies Hospital)514-323-7260 x2500psych. evaluations for adults w/ pervasive developmental disorders [F] (referral needed)
Family Resource Center514-685-5912individual and family counselling, workshops for parents and children, social/study skills program [E]
Learning Disability Association of Quebec514-847-1324info, workshops, conferences, education, resources,&#13 [E/F]
Miriam Foundation514-345-1300programs & services for intell. disabled children and adults, education [E/F]
Quebec Federation for Autism514-270-7386phone support & documentation centre for people w/ autism and their families [F]
Tactics Resource Services (Linda Aber)514-487-3533group therapy, workshops, parent & social skills coaching, resources, etc. [E]
Tourettes Foundation of Canada1-800-361-3120education, advocacy, self-help, resources, etc. [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/learningintellectual-disability/feed/ 0 Cultural and Ethnic Communities http://amiquebec.org/cultural-and-ethnic-communities/ http://amiquebec.org/cultural-and-ethnic-communities/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:41:38 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2432 Please see below for a list of organizations that support specific cultural and ethnic communities.

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ORGANIZATIONS
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Agence Ometz514-342-0000social, mental health, and immigration services in the Jewish community [E/F/H]
ACCESSS514-287-1106fair access to health & soc. services for ethnic communities; workshops, events [E/F]
Black Community Resource Centre514-342-2247various services for Black community, workshops, referral centre [E/F]
Canadian Council of Muslim Women613-382-2847services and resources for Muslim women [E/F]
Centre AHAVAS514-737-3029Orthodox Jewish family social services, advocacy, referrals [E/F/H]
Centre d'Aide aux Familles Latino-Americaines514-273-8061family & social services for Latin-American community, counseling [F/S]
Chinese Family Services of Montreal514-861-5244social services for the Chinese community & beyond [E/F/C]
Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors514-342-1234centre for seniors w/ mental illness, support & activities (Jewish community) [E/F]
Femmes du Monde (Cote-des-Neiges)514-735-9027community centre for women, listening service, support & self-help [F/E/other]
Hellenic Social Services of Quebec514-738-2421social services for Montreal's Greek community [E/F/G]
Italian Community Services of QC514-274-9462community services for the Italian community, counseling, referrals [E/F/I]
Italian Women's Centre of Montreal514-388-0980support, workshops, accompaniment, & other services for Italian women [E/F/I]
Jewish Y514-737-6551Jewish community and fitness centre, various activities & programs [E/F/H]
Leonardo Da Vinci Centre514-955-8370promotes unity in Italian community, cultural activities, social services [E/F/I]
Maison Multiethnique Myosotis514-271-4407psychotherapy centre; indiv., couple, & family therapy [E/F/other] (costs $)
Mission Catholique Espagnole514-843-4113various services for Spanish- speaking people (not related to mental health) [F/S]
The Shield of Athena514-274-8117intervention, prevention for victims of family violence (ethnic community) [E/F/other]
South Asian Women's Community Center514-528-8812psychosocial support, community gatherings, pot-luck lunches [E/F/other]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/cultural-and-ethnic-communities/feed/ 0 Day Centres and Community Support http://amiquebec.org/day-centres/ http://amiquebec.org/day-centres/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:40:05 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2435 This is a listing of Day Centres in Montreal. These are places where someone struggling with mental illness can go for workshops, help with work reintegration, communal meals, or for socializing. Please explore the list below.

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]]> This is a listing of Day Centres in Montreal. These are places where someone struggling with mental illness can go for workshops, help with work reintegration, communal meals, or for socializing. Please explore the list below.

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Accueil Bonneau514-845-3906assistance, housing, food, psychosocial intervention [F]
Action Sante Pointe St.Charles (South-West Montreal)514-933-5771self-help groups to break isolation, group activities, communal meals [E/F]
Agence Ometz514-342-0000social, mental health, and immigration services in the Jewish community [E/F/H]
Association BéŽnéŽvole Amitié514-931-5757activities, community support, socializing, senior programs, community follow-up [E/F]
CENTRAMI514-761-1509drop-in, day center, support, outings, activities, self-help groups, etc. [F]
Centre Bienvenue Inc. (West Island)514-421-2212community support, activities, workshops, work training & reintegration [E/F]
Club AMI514-739-7931drop-in, arts and crafts, outings, workshops, support groups, computers [E/F]
Community Perspective in Mental Health (West Island) 514-696-0972assistance to consumers in community; daily visits, follow-up, life skills, coping [E/F]
Compeer514-489-1007activities, info sessions, reintegration, volunteer friends (weekly visits) [E/F]
Diogène514-874-1214community follow-up for chronic mental illness of homelessness & justice [E/F]
Espoir (South Shore)450-671-0999home visits, social activities, crisis help, telephone support, counseling [E/F]
Expression LaSalle514-368-3736art therapy and related workshops, individual counselling [E/F]
Face-a-Face514-934-4546social gatherings, support groups, listening line, counseling, assistance [E/F]
Forward House (NDG)514-488-9119drop-in evening social, life & job skills, job placement, social activities [E/F]
Impact Mental Health Support Group (South West Montreal)514-939-3132social, cultural & therapeutic activities, supervised apartments [E/F] (referral)
Le Cill (Laval)450-668-1771alternative mental health centre, activities, social rehab, work reintegration [F]
My Tool Box514-934-1934 x715856-week workshops on how to live/function with chronic illness [E/F]
Multi Caf (Cote-des-Neiges / Snowdon)514-733-0554community cafeteria (very cheap) & food bank, activities & workshops [E/F]
NDG Community Council514-484-1471resource centre for welfare info, job training, housing, immigration, etc. [E/F]
Pracom514-527-6766drop-in, evening social, art, stress, & health workshops, work reintegration [F]
Project PAL (South West Montreal) 514-767-4701housing, rights education, drop-in for consumers, outings, workshops, etc.[E/F]
Saint Columba House (Point St. Charles) 514-932-6202assistance, support, advocacy, outreach to the community, many programs [E/F]
The Open Door514-939-1970drop-in centre for homeless, offer meals, clothes, activities, workshops, etc. [E/F]
UP House (Donald Berman)514-764-5599clubhouse for psychiatric rehabilitation, social & work reintegration, etc. [E]
Wellington Centre (SPECTRUM) (Douglas Hospital)514-768-2668skill workshops, work reintegration, education, support groups [E/F] (referral)

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]]> Support can make a significant difference to both people struggling with mental health challenges and their families.

AMI-Quebec has many programs to help families cope with mental illness in a loved one.  Consider attending one of our support groups (including one for family members only), our mood and thought disorder education program, or booking an appointment with one of our counselors (for family members only).

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
L'Accolade Santé Mentale (South Shore) 450-699-7059information, support, indiv. & family counseling [E/mostly F]
Agence Ometz514-342-0000social services, provide support to families (mainly Jewish) of mentally ill [E/F]
ALPPAMM (St.Jerome)450-438-4291support, helpline, info, rights, workshops, consultations, resource linkage; mostly for caregivers [F]
ALPABEM (Laval)450-688-0541support, education, info, resources for families, indiv. & family counseling [E/F]
Amcal Family Services (West Island)514-694-3161various services for families with any difficulties, workshops, residences [E/F]
PABEMSOM (APAMM Verdun)514-368-4824BPD workshops, indiv. consultations, information, resources, activities, etc. [F]
APAMM-RS (South Shore)450-677-5697support, accompaniment, counseling, education, info, resources for families [F]
AQPAMM514-524-7131support, workshops, self-help groups, resources for families & caregivers [F]
Association des Parents et Amis de l'Hôpital Rivière-des-Prairies514-323-7260 x2215association of parents that inform parents of children with mental illness [F]
Association des Parents pour la Santé Mentale (St. Laurent/North)514-744-5218support, education, info, resources for families [F]
Catholic Community Services514-937-5351support services for families, youth, and seniors, i.e. camps, integration [E/F]
Centre AHAVAS514-737-3029Orthodox Jewish family social services, advocacy, referrals [E/F/H]
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (USA)1-800-826-3632referrals & education about depression/bipolar disorder [E]
Education Coup de Fil514-525-2573free counseling line for parents & children concerning family issues [E/F]
Family Resource Center514-685-5912individual and family counselling, workshops for parents and children, parent support groups [E]
FFAPAMM (province of QC)1-800-323-0474represents all family mental health organizations, info, resources [F]
Friends for Mental Health (West Island)514-636-6885support groups and counseling for caregivers only [E/F]
La Parentrie (Ahuntsic)514-385-6786support groups, counseling, education, etc. for families of the mentally ill [F]
Ligne Parents1-800-361-508524/7 phone counseling & support for parents of children & teens [E/F]
Mental Health Estrie (Eastern Townships)819-565-3777support groups, education, info, resources for families [E]
NOVA514-866-6801in-home support & nursing, "Respite for Caregiver" program [E/F]
RéŽpit Ressource514-353-1479Respite for families, accompaniment, friendly visits [F]
Royal Ottawa Health Care Group (Eastern Ontario) 613-722-6521free family information sessions about mental illness [mostly E/F]
OASIS (Granby)450-777-7131information, support groups, accompaniment, resources for families [E/F]
Tactics Resource Services (Linda Aber)514-487-3533group therapy, workshops, parent & social skills coaching, resources, etc. [E]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/family-support/feed/ 0 Eating Disorders http://amiquebec.org/eating-disorders/ http://amiquebec.org/eating-disorders/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:34:48 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2445 Eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia, are characterized by abnormal eating habits and an unhealthy preoccupation with food. If you or someone you love is suffering from an eating disorder, please consult one of the organizations below for help.

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]]> Eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia, are characterized by abnormal eating habits and an unhealthy preoccupation with food. If you or someone you love is suffering from an eating disorder, please consult one of the organizations below for help.

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Academy for Eating Disorders847-498-4274info on eating disorders USA [E]
ANEB Quebec514-630-0907help line, referrals, support groups, family support, prevention activities [E/F]
BACA Eating Disorders Clinic514-544-2323personalized outpatient program, individual sessions [E/F]
The Emotional Health CBT Clinic514-485-7772affordable individual CBT for depression, anxiety, OCD, etc. [E/F]
Douglas Eating Disorders Clinic514-761-6131 x2895intensive eating disorders treatment program, adults18+ [E/F] (referral needed)
Hopewell Eating Disorder Support Centre of Ottawa613-241-3428Eating disorder support centre in eastern Ontario; help-line, resources, support groups, workshops [E]
McGill Eating Disorders Program514-398-1050psychotherapy and support groups for McGill students [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/eating-disorders/feed/ 0 Depression http://amiquebec.org/depression/ http://amiquebec.org/depression/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:27:22 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2440 Depression can be debilitating, can appear at any age, and is one of the most common and treatable mental illnesses. Up to 20% of the population may be affected by depression in their lifetime. AMI-Quebec offers many programs to help both people suffering from depression and their loved ones. Consider …

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]]> Depression can be debilitating, can appear at any age, and is one of the most common and treatable mental illnesses. Up to 20% of the population may be affected by depression in their lifetime.

AMI-Quebec offers many programs to help both people suffering from depression and their loved ones. Consider attending one of our support groups (including one specifically for depression), our mood and thought disorder education program, or booking an appointment with one of our counselors (for family members only).

Please consult the list below for other organizations that provide help and information about depression.

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
The Antidepressant Skills Workbookwebsitea self-help guide with an overview of depression [E]
The Emotional Health CBT Clinic514-485-7772affordable individual CBT for depression, anxiety, OCD, etc. [E/F]
Daily Strengthwebsiteonline discussion & support group for depression [E]
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (USA)1-800-826-3632referrals & education about depression/bipolar disorder [E]
Depression is Real Coalitionwebsiteeducational campaign to dispel stigma through advocacy; much info [E]
Depression Tribewebsiteself-help online community for people w/ depression, online support [E]
Déprimés Anonymes514-278-2130listening line 7 days a week, 8 am-midnight, referrals [F]
Douglas Hospital Depression Program514-761-6131 x3301depression treatment programs [E/F] (referral needed)
Mood Disorders Association of Ontario1-888-486-8236support groups, information, education [E]
Mood Disorders Society of Canada519-824-5565information centre, advocacy, support, education, referrals [E]
MUHC Mood Disorders Clinic514-934-1934 x34543therapy & treatments for mood disorders [E/F]
Peace of Mindwebsiteinfo about depression & anxiety, referrals to other organizations [E]
Revivre514-738-4873education, resources, support groups, counseling [F]
Royal Victoria Hospital Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy514-934-1934 x35533CBT through Royal Vic., waiting list of 6 months to 1 year [E/F] (referral needed)
Self-Help Against Depression (SHAD)514-684-9896telephone support, counseling, workshops, etc. for depression & anxiety [E]
Suicide Action Montreal (SAM)514-723-4000 (1-866-277-3553)listening line, education, bereavement support [E/F]

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]]> http://amiquebec.org/depression/feed/ 0 Outside Montreal http://amiquebec.org/outside-montreal/ http://amiquebec.org/outside-montreal/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:09:59 +0000 Diana http://amiquebec.org/?p=2497 AMI-Quebec offers services to English-speaking caregivers across the province of Quebec. For a description of our programs, please click HERE, or call 1-877-303-0264. If you live outside Montreal, or are looking for services or information for someone who does, please explore the list below.

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]]> AMI-Quebec offers services to English-speaking caregivers across the province of Quebec. For a description of our programs, please click HERE, or call 1-877-303-0264.

If you live outside Montreal, or are looking for services or information for someone who does, please explore the list below.

ORGANIZATION
PHONE
DESCRIPTION
Academy for Eating Disorders847-498-4274info on eating disorders USA [E]
American Anxiety Disorders Association (USA)240-485-1001education, info about help, treatment & coping, resources [E]
Anxiety BC604-525-7566resource & info website for consumers & families [E]
Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada1-888-223-2252information and various online resource for anxiety disorders [E/F]
BPD Resource Center (USA)1-888-694-2273information & resources about BPD [E]
Canadian Mental Health Association613-745-7750resources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]
Canadian Psychiatric Association613-234-2815education, publications, advocacy, resources [E/F]
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health1-800-463-6273Info on addiction and mental health [E/F]
CMHA Alberta780-482-6576resources, publications, referrals to local services [E]
CMHA British Columbia604-688-3234resources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]
CMHA Manitoba204-953 2350resources, publications, referrals to local services
CMHA National613-745-7750resources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]
CMHA New Brunswick506-455-5231resources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]
CMHA Northwest Territories867-873 3190resources, publications, referrals to local services
CMHA Ontario416-977-5580resources, publications, referrals to local services [E]
CMHA Ottawa613-737-7791resources, publications, referrals to local services [E]
CMHA Quebec418-529-1979resources, publications, referrals to local services [F]
CMHA PEI902-566 4643resources, publications, referrals to local services
CMHA Saskatchewan306-525 5601resources, publications, referrals to local services
CMHA Toronto416-789-7957resources, publications, referrals to local services
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (USA)1-800-826-3632education, information, support for people with bipolar & depression [E]
Health Canada1-866-225-0709federal dep't that helps Canadians maintain & improve their health [E/F]
Hopewell Eating Disorder Support Centre of Ottawa613-241-3428Eating disorder support centre in eastern Ontario [E]
Kids Help Phone1-800-668-6868helpline for kids and teens; counselling, listening, referrals, info [E/F]
Med-effet Canada1-866-234-2345info about medications & side-effects, no medical advice [E/F]
Mental Health Canada1-866-642-7483national directory of mental health professionals, resources & information [E/F]
Ontario Mental Health Helpline1-866-531-2600Free and confidential helpline for information about mental health services in Ontario, referrals 24/7 [E/F]
Mood Disorders Association of Ontario1-888-486-8236Support groups, information, education for bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression [E]
Mood Disorders Society of Canada519-824-5565info centre, advocacy, consumers & family support, education, referrals[E/F]
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) (USA)1-888-950-6264information, advocacy, education, various support and programs available [E]
National Education Alliance BPD (USA) 914-835-9011information, support, audio & video resources [E]
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)1-866-615-6464Outreach, education, publications, research and statistics, referrals 24/7 [E]
Beyond OCD (Chicago)773-661-9530information and support, individuals can download free brochures [E]
The Organization for Bipolar Affective Disorder1-866-263-7408information, education, and support groups in Alberta [E]
Ottawa Network for Borderline Personality Disorder613-820-8203family therapy groups, support [E]
Partners for Mental Health613-798-5862dedicated to improving the way we think about, act towards, and treat mental health [E/F]
Royal Ottawa Health Care Group (Eastern Ontario) 613-722-6521specialized psychiatric services; inpatient & outpatient, rehab, etc. [mostly E/F]
Schizophrenia Society of Canada1-800-263-5545information, education, support, advocacy [E]
Service Canada1-800-622-6232lists any government service in Canada [E/F]

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