A number of agencies in Haldimand and Norfolk counties provide services for youth aged 12-18. This list of resources is designed to make information easily accessible for youth justice service providers, families and youth.

While some services have specific age requirements, all services are available to youth across the region.

You can search for specific services by service type:

Crisis Services
Mental Health Services
Addiction Services

Mental Health Services

Walk – In Counseling Clinic - Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
Immediate free counseling services for children, youth and their families, every Tuesday from noon to 6:30pm at REACH, 101 Nanticoke Cr, Pkwy, Townsend.

Age: 12 - 18

1-800-265-8087

Child and Youth Counseling - Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
Counselling and supports for youth and their families who may be struggling with mental health issues (available in a variety of locations).

• Individual Counseling
• Group Programs

In-Home Intervention - Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
Intensive support in the home, school and/or community, to help families with children and youth that are experiencing significant difficulties in managing their feelings and behaviours and as a result may be at risk of family breakdown or loss of school placement.

Age: 12 - 18

1-800-265-808

If the youth's charge before the court is for a lesser offence, the youth will be assisted in applying to be diverted away from the court process by developing and following through with a plan to participate in appropriate supports. If the youth complies with the plan created, the charge may be withdrawn.

If the youth does not apply to be diverted, or the diversion application is denied, the court worker will continue to provide support to the youth during their court involvement, helping them connect them to appropriate programs and supports.

Referrals to the program can be made at any point in the youth's court involvement. The program is voluntary and the youth must provide, at minimum verbal consent to initiate services.

AGE: 12-18

1-800-265-8087

Adult Mental Health Program
Community Addiction and Mental Health Services of Haldimand and Norfolk
Community-based, client-focused services for individuals with mental health concerns.

• Individual Counseling
• Group Counseling
• Monitoring of medication
• Consultation to physicians and other mental health agencies and professionals
• Education
• Advocacy
• Psychiatric assessments
Affiliation with Cleghorn program for individuals experiencing first episode of psychosis
• Concurrent (mental health & substance concerns)

Resource Centre
Community Addiction and Mental Health Services of Haldimand and Norfolk
Non-clinical program that supports recovery, wellness and quality of life through social recreation, peer support, education and advocacy.

• Recreational programs, outings and events
• Casual and organized social opportunities
• Access to computers and the internet
• Individual and group peer support
• Advocacy on behalf of members and/or toward effecting policy changes at agency and government levels to benefit all consumers
• Educational programs, including speakers and skill training
• Community Mental Health lending library

The Community Support Program - CMHA-HN Branch
Intensive case management supports to people with serious and persistent mental illness, concurrent disorders (mental health and addictions), complex needs (dual diagnosis / acquired brain injury), urgent needs (needing immediate, non-crisis supports).

Age: 16 - 18

1-888-750-7778
519-428-2380

Court Support Program - CMHA-HN Branch
Assists individuals with a mental health issue who come into contact with the criminal justice system. Services provided include: mental health court diversion community based case management consultation and information.

Age: 16 - 18

1-888-750-7778
519-428-2380

Counselling Program Women’s Services - H-N Women’s Services
In-depth short and long term counseling for women.

Age: 16 - 18

1-800-265-8076

Urgent Care Bed - Union House (Simcoe) H-N REACH
Accommodation for youth who may be considered "at risk," and who are in need of urgent service. The program will offer a safe and structured environment for youth to reside on a short-term basis. During this time, staff will work 1:1 with the youth.

Age: 16 - 18

519-426-7604