Walk-in Therapy Clinic Holiday Hours
The Walk-in Therapy Clinic will be closed December 24 and 31, 2024 for the holiday season.
As an alternative, virtual service is available through One Stop Talk. Visit www.onestoptalk.ca for access.
The local in-person Walk-in Therapy Clinic returns January 7, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..
Financial Audit Services Request for Proposal
Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H. invites eligible third-party vendors to submit a response to the Request for Proposal (PDF) by 5:00 p.m., January 31, 2025.
H-N R.E.A.C.H. has initiated a Request for Proposal (PDF) process to identify qualified accounting firms to perform the annual financial audit for the Calendar 2025 and Fiscal 2025-2026 year in accordance with Canadian Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations.
Questions can be directed to Brooke French, Executive Assistant.
Addendum #1 (PDF) dated December 5, 2024
Addendum #2 (PDF) dated December 24, 2024
Recruitment Now Open!
Child and Youth Mental Health Services is now accepting applications to join the Youth Mental Health Alliance. If you're age 14 to 24 from Haldimand-Norfolk, and eager to share a fresh outlook on child and youth mental health, apply to be part of this new youth engagement initiative.
To apply visit: www.reachoutyouth.ca
Overcoming Barriers to Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine in Haldimand and Norfolk
Are you looking for a COVID-19 vaccine? See below for answers to common questions.
What if I do not have identificatoin/ ID?
You can still get a COVID-19 vaccine in Ontario if you do not have a health card. Even if you do not have other photo identification, you are still eligible for receiving a vaccine.
Is help available if I cannot get to a vaccine clinic?
Yes! If you are unable to get to a vaccine clinic, you can email vaccine@hnhss.ca or call 519-427-5903 to request free transportation.
What if I cannot leave my home to go for a vaccine?
If you are unable to leave your home for medical reasons, you can email vaccine@hnhss.ca or call 519-427-5903 to be added to a list for homebound vaccinations.
Will the COVID-19 vaccine interfere with medications or other drugs/ substances that I am taking?
Steroids or other immunosuppressants (e.g. cancer treatment) may impact the effectiveness of the vaccine. To talk to a nurse about if your medications or substance will impact the vaccine, you can call the Haldimand Norfolk Health Unit at 519-426-6170.
I am ready for an appointment. How do I book a vaccine?
To book an appointment, you can call 519-427-5903 or email vaccine@hnhss.ca. You can also ask your family doctor or your pharmacist if they are offering vaccines in their office.
For more information visit: Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information Page (external link)
Additional Virtual Services for Youth and Adults
Please check out these additional virtual resources for youth and adults to help manage some of the emotional challenges that you may experience as a result of the COVID -19 pandemic.
"We all feel sad sometimes. But when feeling low, stressed out, worried, depressed, irritable, angry – or even nothing at all – gets to be too much, remember that you have the power to change how you feel."
A free, guided self-help program that’s effective in helping people aged 15 and up who are experiencing low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
"Mental health is a journey, not a destination. Access support and track your progress."
A free, 24/7 support portal available for everyone in Canada to use. Get connected to mental health and substance use support, resources, and counselling with a mental health professional.
Mental Health Supports for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
This link will connect you with funded mental health supports available for:
- adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers
- mental health resources and supports for children, youth and their families during COVID-19.
Know Your Rights As a Child or Young Person
Did you know there is a law in Ontario called the Child , Youth and Family Services Act, 2017? This law outlines your rights as a child or young person receiving services related to foster homes, group homes, youth justice, secure treatment facilitates, mental health, developmental and/or physical disabilities under the Act. Find more information about this Act here.
Thank you for your feedback!
H-N REACH surveys our community partners every 2 years to hear about how we are doing and to gather their input on areas of future focus.
The following is a summary of what we heard and some of the actions we are taking in response.
- Our partners want to learn more about our services.
In the upcoming year we are engaging in many activities to help our community and partners know more about us.
Haldimand-Norfolk REACH Merit Award
Merit Award
In 1992 the H-N REACH Merit Award was established. Through this annual award, Haldimand-Norfolk REACH recognizes members of our community who have made a significant contribution to children/youth and/or children/youth services in the Haldimand and Norfolk communities. Nominations for the Award are collected by the Agency staff and the recipients are selected by the Board of Directors.
The Haldimand-Norfolk REACH Merit Award is presented in June at our Annual General Meeting to individuals to acknowledge their incredible community work.
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