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Craigwood Youth Services has a 50 year history of offering a wide variety of services to troubled youth and their families. We are a registered, non-profit organization, incorporated as a Children's Mental Health Centre in 1983. We operate with a community Board of Directors who provide leadership to the organization. There are no fees for services although parents/legal guardians are asked to cover the costs related to their children's clothing needs, dental coverage, prescription drugs and similar items while in our care. Craigwood Youth Services provides a continuum of care and service to adolescents between the ages of 12-18 and their families in the communities of Southwestern Ontario through various day treatment and residential programs. Our clients are referrals from other social service organizations, self-referrals or sentenced to our care. In particular, our focus is on the "potentially at-risk" and hard-to-serve youth.

The Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (Crisis Centre) has a 45 year history of being there for youth and adults in distress. As a safe place to turn to when there seems to be no hope, the Crisis Centre is run by 450+ front line volunteers and professional staff who support and empower troubled individuals to see their own strengths and options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. As an award-winning organization, the Crisis Centre has been a pioneer in the industry by offering a comprehensive range of leading-edge programs that are evidence-based and utilize best practices. In 2013, the Crisis Centre impacted more than 123,000 lives across BC through its 24/7 Distress Phone Line, Web-based chats (www.youthinbc.com and www.crisiscentrechat.com), and Community Education Workshops. We are 'here to listen, and here to help.'

Offers pregnancy tests, options information, and non-judgemental peer counselling. Also provides maternity and baby clothes, prenatal instruction, parenting support, referral services, and friendship. Post Abortion grief counselling is available. All services are free and confidential. www.optionscentre.ca

The vision of the Crouch Neighbourhood Resource Centre is to be a strong, dynamic, and diverse community organization that supports a process of neighbours helping neighbours, through programs, services, and projects that benefit the Hamilton Road Community.

Since 1986, Dawn House has offered a safe and caring shelter for women and their children in need of temporary, emergency accommodation. We believe that no one chooses to be homeless and that safe, affordable housing is a fundamental human right. Homeless women and their children are entitled to be treated with empathy and dignity, and without judgement.

Deaf and Hear Alberta is a charitable non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the accessibility, advocacy, education and communication needs of the Deaf, deafened and hard of hearing populations of Alberta. Our head office is in Calgary, Alberta, with a branch office in Edmonton. Our expertise lies in communication access -- through interpreting, assistive equipment, training and education for hearing loss prevention and management, and strengthening public awareness and understanding.

Parkgate Community Services Society is a not-for-profit charitable society. Since 1983, the Society has been providing community based services, recreation, education, community development and health promotion activities through Parkgate Community Centre, Seymour Youth Centre, Seycove Community Centre and other satellite locations.

Delta Community Living Society is a non-profit organization that partners with community members and groups to support adults with a developmental disability, their family and friends, in Delta and surrounding communities.

Through the provision of 24 hour support, counselling, and referrals to a myriad of community resources - all free of charge - Distress Centre ensures that everyone has a place to turn in a time of crisis, whatever that crisis may be. Built upon values of volunteerism, innovation and partnership, Distress Centre has a 40 year legacy, creating lasting social impact as an essential service in Calgary’s network of care. No issue is too small to call. 24 Hour Crisis Line – 403.266.HELP (4357) ConnecTeen - 403.264.TEEN (8336) www.CalgaryConnecTeen.com (online live chat peer support 5pm - 10pm daily) Suicide Prevention Line serving Central and Southern Alberta (403 area code) 1-800-SUICIDE 1-800-784-2433 Information and referral to community, government and social services: dial 211

In 1968, a group of concerned citizens saw a need in this community and formed the Society of Organized Services. SOS is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization caring for people by offering services and resources not otherwise adequately provided within District 69.

For over 40 years, Meals on Wheels and More has been providing critical services to frail seniors and vulnerable adults in North York. Our services help people stay independent so they can continue to live in their own home. We deliver low-cost nutritious meals 7-days-a-week. Delicious hot meals. Convenient frozen options. Boxes of fresh fruit and vegetables. Friendly, trained volunteers will bring the comfort of a balanced meal straight to you door. We offer an economical daily transportation service for clients who have medical appointments or need help getting to social events, shopping, etc. We also offer counselling and assistance for clients (and their families) who need help maintaining their independence in the community. Our social worker provides information, coordinates community services and offers crisis intervention when needed. Caregiver support groups are also held monthly in conjunction with North York Seniors Centre.

Downsview Services for Seniors provides quality services for older adults and disabled peoples in order to support their independence and well-being and enable them to remain in their homes for as long as they choose. We also strive to relieve their loneliness and isolation by encouraging social involvement through a wide range of community programs serving the North York west populace. Studies have proven that reducing isolation and maintaining independence are two critical factors in maintaining good mental and physical health well into senior years.