|
|
|
|
Defend The Children |
|
Be a helper - Be a Block Parent
|
Resources Child Abuse & Suspicion Resources Crisis Lines & Suicide Prevention Resources Sexual Assault, Child Sexual Abuse, and Date Rape Resources Drug and Alcohol Addiction Resources Missing Children / Abductions Resources Bullying (in schools, on the net, etc) Specialty Groups ( Aboriginal, Gay & Lesbian, Chinese, Portugese, etc.) Kids Help Phone Line: 1-888-668-6868 (Toll Free 24Hrs.) Also for immediate help in severe cases, call 911 for local police Following are some general resources not fitting into the catagories above - such as resources for summer programs, pregnant unwed teens, homeless children and teens, after-school programs, etc. Non-Profit organization taking children from the city to the wilderness for an excellent learning experiences. Project C.A.N.O.E. Canada's largest youth shelter, offering help and hope to homeless young people. Family Service Association of Toronto (FSA) Helps families and individuals dealing with multiple problems such as poverty, violence, and breakup. Our services are available to everyone who lives or works in Toronto and include counselling, community development, and advocacy. Horizons for Youth (Local: Toronto, ON) An organization offering shelter and services, including counselling, life skills training, case management, housing workshops, etc., for youth aged 16 to 24 in a safe and supportive environment. kidsLINK (Local: St. Agatha, ON) A child and family service organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through a variety of specialized programs and services, including respite services, children's mental health services, and early intervention services Lindsay's Home...A Labour of Love (Local: Orangeville, ON) A residential maternity program for unwed teenage moms, offering support, counselling, and other related services. The Massey Centre for Women offers housing, programs, and services for pregnant teens, young single mothers and their children. Parenting programs, drop-in sessions, support, and counselling services are also provided for community families needing assistance Moorelands Community Services (Local: Toronto, ON) Founded in 1912, Moorelands works with Toronto children and youth living in poverty to enhance their self-esteem and life-skills and to assist them in becoming responsible members of their community. Activities include a summer wilderness camp, city day camp, after-school and youth leadership programs. More Than Child's Play Family Resource Centre (Local: Toronto, ON) We strive to meet the diverse needs of parents and children in the local community of Parkdale, Toronto. We provide support services, information resources to parents and caregivers. For children 0-6 an educational and recreational facility which encourages optimal social, emotional, intellectual and physical development in at atmosphere of equality, security, and harmony. The Teen Health Centre is dedicated to helping young people achieve physical and emotional health and well-being through education, counselling and support. They offer these in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment that is completely confidential. Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crimes The CRCVC advocates for individual victims and their families in order to assist them in obtaining needed services and resources, and lobbies for victims' rights by presenting the interests and perspectives of victims of crime to Government, at all levels. The CRCVC also offers a variety of resource materials to crime victims in Canada, including a monthly newsletter.
|
|
|