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Seniors - Treatment and Recovery
Welcome to Ontario Shores. This page provides more details for those who have already had a referral submitted to Ontario Shores. If you haven't had a referral yet, please visit our Accessing Care for Seniors page for more information on how to access our programs. Geriatric Outpatient Services... -
All About the Hospital
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) is a public hospital providing a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness. Exemplary patient care is delivered through safe and evidence-based approaches where... -
Treatment by Condition
Every individual participating in treatment at Ontario Shores will have a unique treatment plan based on their own personal care needs and recovery goals. Depending on the condition being treated there may be common therapy formats and care pathways. Select the condition that best matches your... -
Trauma - Treatment and Recovery
Experiencing negative thoughts after a frightening or traumatic event can deeply impact your life. You are not alone and it’s normal to experience these negative thoughts and behaviours. You may even feel like you will never get your normal life back. It’s important to know through counselling and... -
Anxiety - Treatment and Recovery
If you are reading this page, it means you are taking steps toward getting the help you need and deserve in managing your anxiety. You might be considering reaching out for treatment and want to learn more. Or you may have already been referred and are waiting for your first appointment. It is... -
Bipolar Disorder - Treatment and Recovery
If you are reading this page it means you have taken the first step in getting treatment for Bipolar Disorder. Maybe you’ve submitted a referral to Ontario Shores, or you may be interested in the services we offer and what to expect in the treatment for Bipolar Disorder. We know that recovery is... -
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Treatments Offered for Geriatric Inpatients
While your loved one is on one of our geriatric units they can expect to receive any number of different therapy techniques to meet their own individual needs and goals. Jump down to: Animal-Assisted Therapy Exercise Hand / Foot Interventions Aromatherapy Music Interventions Montessori Activities... -
Eating Disorders - Treatment and Recovery
If you are reading this page it means you are taking another step towards treatment and recovery. One of the most important aspects of residential treatment is developing goals that are specific to you and your recovery needs. During the pre-admission phase we will begin to explore your goals with... -
Depression - Treatment and Recovery
Depression is a common illness that can affect anyone. It’s important to understand it does not make you weak and most importantly, it’s not your fault you are experiencing negative thoughts. Getting help early can help promote recovery and allow you to learn the best ways to manage and cope with... -
Concurrent Disorders - Treatment and Recovery
For many individuals with substance related issues, the hardest part in recovery is acknowledging the personal struggle with dependence. At Ontario Shores, we understand recovering from addiction is difficult and we are here to help. Taking this step forward requires willpower, self-discipline and... -
Women's Health - Treatment and Recovery
The Women’s Clinic operates in the Outpatient Department in Building 1, Level 2 at Ontario Shores, which is located at 700 Gordon Street in Whitby. Babies are welcome. A changing table is available within the Women’s Clinic. At the time of your first appointment you can expect: Your visit to last... -
Borderline Personality Disorder - Treatment and Recovery
Having Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be very intense and cause exhaustion – maybe you feel like life is getting too hard, or every attempt you make to problem solve fails. BPD symptoms show up in different ways for different people and it affects everyone differently. It’s important to... -
Dual Diagnosis - Treatment and Recovery
The Dual Diagnosis program at Ontario Shores works exclusively with adults with intellectual disabilities. The expertise and experience of the Dual Diagnosis team has had great success in helping adults with intellectual disabilities as well as their families and caregivers. What to Expect The... -
Addictions Treatment and Recovery Centres in Ontario
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH ) Dryden Regional Mental Health and Addiction Services Reconnect Community Mental Health Services Dunara Homes for Recovery Grey Bruce Health Services Grand River Hospital Corporation - Mental Health and Addictions Mount Sinai Hospital Assertive Community... -
#MindVine Podcast
The #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to mental health, mental illness and recovery. Hosted by Darryl Mathers, Communications Specialist at Ontario Shores, the podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. -
About #MindVine
#MindVine is the media home of Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores), a public teaching hospital which provides a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness. At its core, #MindVine encourages conversation... -
Adolescent Day Treatment
The adolescent day treatment program at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) provides mental health and education services in a local community high school to support students as they transition into a community setting. -
Adolescent Eating Disorder Day Treatment
The Adolescent Eating Disorder Day Treatment (AEDDT) Program at Ontario Shores is a 16-week live-at-home eating disorders program which serves a maximum of 8 adolescents at a time. The program will run from Monday to Friday each week. Our program works closely with community providers to ensure... -
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Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT)
Two Assertive Community Treatment Teams (ACTT) are operated by Ontario Shores. ACTT Durham and ACTT Haliburton, Kawartha and Peterborough Region (HKPR) are interprofessional clinical teams that provide treatment, recovery and support services to individuals with a serious mental illness and who... -
Acute Stress Disorder
Individuals may develop an anxiety disorder called Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) following a traumatic event. ASD typically occurs within one month after the traumatic event occurs. It lasts at least three days and can persist for up to one month. People with ASD have symptoms similar to those seen in...