World Mental Health Week highlights a range of local supports in Tillsonburg and nearby communities, including counselling, youth mental health services, addiction treatment, and community wellness programs. 24/7 crisis help is also available through Reach Out and Kids Help Phone, alongside events this week focused on stress relief, connection, and mental well-being.
Today is the start of World Mental Health Week. There are resources and programs available to everyone, regardless of their situation.
Here are just some of them you can find in Tillsonburg, or close by.
Canadian Mental Health Association: Provides immediate access to counselling services in Tillsonburg, Ingersoll, and Woodstock. Located at 41 Broadway Street in Tillsonburg.
Wellkin Child & Youth Mental Wellness: Offers free, accessible mental health programs and services for children, youth, and their families.
Livingston Centre: A community hub offering home support, employment, literacy services, and in-home health care. Located at 96 Tillson Avenue in Tillsonburg.
OATC Tillsonburg Clinic: Provides treatment for opioid use disorder with Buprenorphine and Methadone supported options. Located at 5 Ridout Street in Tillsonburg.
Reach Out: A free, 24/7, confidential mental health and addictions support line for people living in Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, and London. More details and links can be found here.
Kids Help Phone: Available 24/7. To get started, text CONNECT to 686868. You'll be connected to a volunteer crisis responder who can help with any issue.
Here are some events of interest happening this week.
Art Therapy for Seniors: Join us at the Princeton Library on May 5th from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Rosanne Braund, certified Art Therapy Practitioner and artist, will be there for a monthly gathering focused on creativity and painting. This program is recommended for seniors (ages 70+). Art therapy offers a meaningful way to connect with your local community while supporting mental, emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being. Register here.
From Stress to Stability: We'll dive into simple, effective practices to help your nervous system find its calm and keep you feeling balanced. Perfect for anyone looking to get a handle on daily stress and boost their wellbeing. Led by Anastasia, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and founder of Birch Grove Wellness. To register for this online session, follow this link.
CMHA Wellness Social Group: Join Canadian Mental Heath Association workers at the Tillsonburg Library from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on May 7th to have social time, access resources, and find support in times of need or crisis. The group is held bi-weekly on Thursday mornings.
