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Tools & Resources
Leah ---
A large number of Canadians are experiencing mental health challenges that may be linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. The use of digital interventions has become one way to support the mental health needs of Canadians, and these digital tools can help with managing access and capacity challenges for the mental health care system, given the continued need for social distancing.
Rupi ---
Here is a sneak peek:
Community ---
In recent years, service providers in Ontario’s child and youth mental health sector have been exploring how best to integrate virtual care options into service delivery as a complement to providing in-person supports. The emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, has accelerated these efforts. To continue to meet the needs of children, youth and families, many service-providing agencies are rapidly moving to deliver care using a range of telecommunication technologies.
Leah ---
Rossana ---
The annual report of the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada examines the state of public health in Canada. It describes the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Canadians, both directly and through the steps taken to diminish its effect.
The report also provides suggestions for strengthening Canada’s preparedness for future public health emergencies.
Dylan ---
This service is currently for the former Central LHIN catchment area which includes York Region and South Simcoe-Muskoka and the north end of Toronto. While calls outside this area will not be turned away, contacting local emergency services may be slow.
Krasman Centre is pleased to provide
Safer Use Peer Support Line
Every night from 10pm-3am
1 888 233 5633
Never use alone
Community ---
The Health Equity Impact Assessment (HEIA) Community of Interest is hosting a webinar on November 25 on initiatives at Community Health Centres in Ontario to address equitable access to healthcare for older adults during the Covid-19 pandemic. The webinar presentations focus especially on issues related to the delivery of virtual care.
Rossana ---
McMaster University’s Department of Labour Studies and Political Science and Hamilton’s Roundtable for Poverty Reduction are conducting a survey that will map how COVID-19 has affected work, poverty, and access to government programs.
They are looking for Ontario residents 18 years or older and not retired. The confidential information gathered is intended for public bodies such as the Public Health Agency of Canada and Employment and Social Development Canada to assess community needs and implement appropriate supports during and after the pandemic.
Angela ---
Health Quality Ontario recently released new standards on "Problematic Alcohol Use and Alcohol Use Disorder: Care for People 15 Years of Age and Older". These quality statements describe what high-quality care looks like for people with problematic alcohol use.
Angela ---
Canada is one of the most ethnically diverse countries with Black people representing the third-largest population of racialized people in Canada. Research shows that Black children and youth in Canada experience more challenges to accessing mental healthcare. Evidence also shows that Black youth who do not access treatment are likely to face difficulty in school, family conflict and increased contact with the justice system. This review looks at literature on the barriers and facilitators to mental healthcare for Black youth in Canada.
