We understand that it is a very difficult time of year for many people, and is likely especially tough this year due to the ongoing pandemic burnout, rising COVID cases and increased restrictions. We hope the resources in this list will offer some emotional support, guidance, as well as some sense of peace and hope during this holiday season.
Wishing everyone a very restful holiday season and great start to the new year!
Crisis/Distress Helplines (All helpline services are 24/7, unless otherwise noted)
1-855-242-3310, or Live chat https://www.hopeforwellness.ca/
Single-Session Counselling (All single-session services are offered by phone or video during COVID-19)
Weekdays from 9am-6pm, 416-595-9618,
Monday-Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Call Mental Health T.O. at 1-866-585-6486
Thursdays 3:00-6:00pm, 416-461-2345, or email connect@stellasplace.ca
https://stellasplace.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Drop-In-Virtual-Counselling-FAQ.pdf
Helpful Articles
https://psychcentral.com/health/spending-holidays-alone-coping-tips
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-health-and-covid-19/quarantine-and-isolation
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-mentally-prepare-for-omicron-5213030
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-health-and-covid-19/coping-with-stress-and-anxiety
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-health-and-covid-19/loss-grief-and-healing
Coping with transitions:
https://sickkidscmh.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Transitions-Feb-2021-FINAL-2.pdf
Coping with anxiety:
https://childmind.org/article/what-to-do-and-not-do-when-children-are-anxious/
Wellness Websites & Apps
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/
https://www.mindbodygreen.com/
Setting New Year 2022 Intentions & Goals