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AMI-Québec's support groups provide a warm welcome to everyone. We are here for you! There are support groups for family caregivers (Family & Friends, BPD for Families, South Shore), for those suffering from mental illness (Kaleidoscope), and some mixed groups for both (Anxiety/OCD, Bipolar, Depression, Hoarding). Support groups help participants feel less alone and better understand and cope with the effects of mental illness on their everyday life.

Facilitated by people who have experience, either as a caregiver or having lived with mental illness, support groups help you develop a healthy perspective on mental illness, explore coping strategies, and learn about support services and resources in the community.

Like all our programs, our support groups are free!

Groups begin promptly at 6:30pm EST. We do not allow people into the groups after 6:45pm.

Support groups are taking place online by video conference

Join us on Google Meet by clicking on the appropriate group below.

PHONE USERS PLEASE NOTE: as a general rule, you can no longer call into our support groups. If you would like to request an exception, please call us: 514-486-1448.

Support Groups on Monday, May 10 at 6:30pm EST

Click the button below to attend a group

Support Group on Wednesday, May 12 at 6:30pm EST

Click the button below to attend a group

Support Groups on Monday, May 17 at 6:30pm EST

Click the button below to attend a group

Support Groups on Monday, May 31 at 6:30pm EST

Click the button below to attend a group

(Kaleidoscope is for people living with any mental illness)

Frequently Asked Questions

For family, friends, and people living with mental illness:

For family and friends only:

Family & Friends

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) for Families

South Shore: Family & Friends (this group is held on the South Shore in non-pandemic times; you do not need to live on the South Shore)

For people living with mental illness only:

All mental illnesses are welcome at Family and Friends and at Kaleidoscope (including schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, hoarding, OCD, etc) and an official diagnosis is not necessary.

Groups begin promptly at 6:30pm EST. We do not allow people into the groups after 6:45pm. Meetings end at 8pm.

No! Just click on the button for your group (see the list above) shortly before 6:30pm.

Support groups do not have a set agenda or topic. The conversation comes from the people in the group. There will be an introduction with instructions and news. Online groups are similar to an in-person support group; you will be able to talk and listen and there will be a facilitator leading the conversation.

Groups are facilitated by volunteers (trained by AMI, not doctors) who have experience with mental illness in themselves or in a loved one. Because you do not have to register in advance, we never know how many people will be attending; it can be anywhere from a few people to 15 or more. Support groups are confidential. You do not have to give your real name, and you contribute to the conversation as much or as little as you'd like.

If possible, please be in a quiet place to minimize background noise.

Support groups are predominantly conducted in English but discussion can be bilingual. Si vous cherchez de l'aide en français, contactez Avant de craquer 1-855-272-7837 ou AQPAMM 514-524-7131.

All groups are for adults only (18+). If you are looking for support for yourself or a loved one, click HERE for youth resources.

PHONE USERS PLEASE NOTE: as a general rule, you can no longer call into our support groups. If you would like to request an exception, please call us: 514-486-1448.

We encourage you to join us by video because we share information and links in the chat that you cannot see by phone. We have also found that participants prefer to see each other face to face.

If you are a professional (social worker, counsellor, doctor etc.) who would like to observe one of our support groups, please contact Marc by emailing program@amiquebec.org for approval. Thank you.

We encourage everyone to actively participate in groups. Please join us-you will see that we are welcoming and inclusive. We will ask you to introduce yourself (we need to be sure someone is there and not in need of help with their computer or phone) but you can use a fake name. That said, you need only talk about what you are comfortable with sharing with the group. Everyone is given the opportunity to speak, as well as the right to be silent. We encourage you to have your camera on, but you may turn off your camera if you wish.

We are in unprecedented times during the Covid-19 pandemic. AMI-Quebec's top priority is the safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff. We will not hold in-person events until we are certain there is a low risk to our entire community. Click HERE to sign up for monthly email updates for information.

Our feedback indicated that people wanted to see each other and had trouble figuring out who was speaking on the phone, especially in larger groups. Facilitators could no longer "see body language" of participants, making their roles more difficult. Also people with hearing issues had difficulty-there are captions in Google Meet. Google Meet is also free, compared to the telephone technology we used before.

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AMI-Québec's support groups provide a warm welcome to everyone. We are here for you! There are support groups for family caregivers (Family & Friends, BPD for Families, South Shore), for those suffering from mental illness (Kaleidoscope), and some mixed groups for both (Anxiety/OCD, Bipolar, Depression, Hoarding).

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Please note: Some programs are online and some are in person.
We aim for a balance between in-person and online events so that we can best accommodate as many people as possible. All our programs are free!

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Please note: Some programs are online and some are in person. We aim for a balance between in-person and online events so that we can best accommodate as many people as possible. All our programs are free!

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AGIR Montréal (LGBTQIA+ Migrant and Refuggee Support)

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AGIR Montréal (LGBTQIA+ Migrant and Refuggee Support)

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Due to COVID-related concerns, please do not come to the office without an appointment. You can call us and leave a voice message, send us a text message or WhatsApp, from Monday to Wednesday from 10 am until 4 pm. We will be listening to messages daily and getting back to you as soon as possible. Please note that the fastest way to reach us is still by email (soutien.support@agirmontreal.org). Please note that this phone number is not a hotline. For emergencies, you can contact 911.

En raison de soucis liés au COVID, veuillez ne pas vous présenter au bureau sans rendez-vous. Vous pouvez nous appeler et laisser un message vocal, nous envoyer un SMS ou un message WhatsApp, du lundi au mercredi de 10h à 16h.. Nous écouterons les messages quotidiennement et vous répondrons dans les plus brefs délais. Veuillez noter que le moyen le plus rapide pour nous joindre est toujours par courriel soutien.support@agirmontreal.org. Veuillez aussi noter que ce numéro de téléphone n'est pas une ligne d'écoute. Pour les urgences, vous pouvez contacter le 911.

Debido a los inconvenientes relacionados con COVID, no venga a la oficina sin una cita, Puedes llamarnos y dejar un mensaje de voz, enviarnos un mensaje de texto o WhatsApp, de lunes a miércoles de 10 am a 4 pm.. Escucharemos los mensajes todos los días y nos pondremos en contacto con usted lo antes posible. Tenga en cuenta que la forma más rápida de comunicarse con nosotros sigue siendo por correo electrónico (soutien.support@agirmontreal.org).

نظرا لوضع كوفيد، يرجى عدم الحضور إلى المكتب من دون موعد. يمكنكم الاتصال بنا وترك رسالة صوتية ، أو إرسال رسالة نصية إلينا أو واتس أب، من الإثنين إلى الأربعاء من الساعة ١٠ صباحا إلى ٤ عصرا.
سوف يتم الاستماع إلى الرسائل يوميًا والرد عليكم في أسرع وقت ممكن .
يُرجى العلم بأن أسرع طريقة للتواصل معنا هي مازالت عبر البريد الإلكتروني ( soutien.support@agirmontreal.org).
يُرجى العلم أيضا أن رقم الهاتف هذا ليس خطاً ساخناً. لحالات الطوارئ ، يمكنكم الاتصال برقم ٩١١.

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Interim Federal Health Program: About the program - Canada.ca

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Interim Federal Health Program: About the program - Canada.ca

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The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) provides limited, temporary coverage of health-care benefits for specific groups of people in Canada who don't have provincial, territorial, or private health-care coverage.

The coverage is paid for by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

1. Determine your eligibility

See who is eligible for health coverage under IFHP and how long coverage lasts.

2. Apply for IFHP coverage

Find out how to apply for IFHP coverage.

3. Get health care services and products

Know what you need to do when you seek treatment as an IFHP beneficiary.

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A young carer is someone under the age of 25 who is affected by or cares for a loved one who has a chronic illness, disability, mental health or substance use issue and/or problems related to old age or socioeconomic status.

Typically, children and youth under 18 are referred to as young carers, while those over 18 are called young adult carers.

Why does this matter?

Children as young as 5 take on responsibilities like administering medication, translating in healthcare or banking settings, emotionally supporting family members, medical assistance, personal care and more. While caregiving can have many benefits (heightened empathy, maturity and confidence), there are important negative consequences. Significant time away from friends and school, social isolation and heightened stress can impact school retention, post-secondary education and training, employment, health and wellbeing.

So far, very little attention has been paid to these youth in Canada, with no dedicated policies acknowledging their care-work, and only a few emerging services dedicated to supporting them.

Click here for the other videos in this series, including ones specifically for people working in education and health care (et pour les videos en français).

Important people in a young person's life, like teachers, doctors, and social workers, can make a world of difference by providing support to young carers. Caregivers are placed under stress, which makes providing that care a risk factor for their own mental health. So, caregivers are a demographic to directly consider in mental health promotion and prevention activities, irrespective of the issue they are helping someone with. Luckily, the things they need are familiar to us: coping strategies, education, breaking down stigma, and simply to be heard.

We have a section for professionals on our toolkits and guides page. Click here.

Established in 2018, our Working Group includes young carers, professionals from a variety of sectors, and researchers. Together, the Working Group coordinates resources and mobilizes knowledge from their areas of expertise. Involvement in the Working Group is flexible - reach out to youngcarers@amiquebec.org to find out more.
VISION STATEMENT
We envision a society that:

1. Recognizes and values the important contributions young carers make in providing care and support to family and loved ones.

2. Provides a variety of supports and resources to young carers to assist them in maintaining their caregiving role, and to ensure their healthy physical, emotional, and social development.

MISSION STATEMENT
The Young Carers Working Group is committed to promote protective factors and minimize risk factors that might be related to providing care to family and loved ones at a young age. The Working Group will:

raise awareness of the role young carers play

explore the range of their needs

encourage the provision of information and supports

influence policies and services aimed at supporting young carers in their role

Our Approach

Our initiative addresses young carers irrespective of why they provide care, be it related to their loved one's mental health, disability, age, language, or socioeconomic circumstances. This is an intersectional approach that respects that "care" is defined differently by people of different backgrounds, cultures, and circumstances.

Taking care of a loved one presents a lot of challenges for your own mental health, so we recognize caregiving as a risk factor in youth mental health. This means that broad mental health promotion activities are a great way to address young carers, and it helps us reach young people who likely don't yet know the term "young carer" and may not identify with the label.

Milestones

Back in 2018, AMI-Quebec recognized this underserved population and the negative ramifications associated with the lack of recognition and support of young carers. A working group was created to explore this further and develop ways for change.

A collaboration of AMI-Quebec and Proche Aidance Quebec, in March 2019, the first ever Quebec-based symposium on young carers ( watch a summary here!) was held in Montreal, with the goal of putting young carers on the map. It aimed to increase recognition and awareness of the problem, and ultimately to advocate for services to address young carers' needs, and encourage the development of a legal framework that could promote both awareness and support.

Our 2022 Edith and John Hans Low-Beer Memorial Lecture featured Dr. Saul Becker, a world-leader in young carers research from the UK! Take a look:

Our bilingual handout on young carers in Quebec gives a basic overview of the challenges they face and examples of support in action. Click on the images below to enlarge. Please download and share!

If you'd like physical copies for your class, clinic, or community, contact Oliver: youngcarers@amiquebec.org.

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On dit souvent qu'il existe peu de ressources pour les hommes. Nous sommes fiers de vous démontrer le contraire car en tant que Centre de Ressources, notre mission est de vous fournir un registre pertinent et exhaustif des moyens et des recours existants au Québec. Vous trouverez donc ici plusieurs types d'organismes dédiés au mieux-être des hommes. N'hésitez pas à les consulter et à contacter ceux qui répondent à vos besoins.

Si vous êtes un organisme venant en aide en tout ou en partie aux hommes, contactez-nous à Cette adresse e-mail est protégée contre les robots spammeurs. Vous devez activer le JavaScript pour la visualiser.et nous ajouterons votre ressource avec plaisir.

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Le Centre de Ressources et d'Intervention Pour Hommes Abusés Sexuellement dans leur Enfance (CRIPHASE) est un organisme à but non lucratif, qui aide les hommes ayant vécu ce traumatisme, à se libérer de ce lourd fardeau et à vivre une vie plus heureuse.

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Ce moteur de recherche vous permet de trouver des sexologues offrant leurs services en pratique privée. Les champs d'activités des sexologues étant très diversifiés, plus vous choisissez de critères, plus les résultats de votre recherche seront précis.

Ce ne sont pas toutes et tous les sexologues qui affichent leurs services dans cette section du site. Le répertoire de l'Ordre vous permet de vérifier si la personne que vous consultez est bel et bien sexologue.
L'Ordre ne dispose pas de plus de références que celles affichées sur ce site web. Les références qui peuvent être communiquées par téléphone sont les mêmes que celles que vous pouvez retrouver en effectuant une recherche sur cette page. Notez que le contenu des fiches présentées sur ce référencement est déterminé par les sexologues.

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The Ordre des psychologues works to protect the public by ensuring the quality of services offered by its members, by promoting the development of the profession and by advocating for better access to psychological services.

Public protection

The Office of the Syndic answers enquiries about the code of ethics, which refers to the standards of conduct that psychologists must follow, and investigates any reports of wrongful conduct.

Psychotherapy oversight

In Quebec, the Ordre des psychologues is responsible for issuing psychotherapy permit, overseeing the ongoing training of its professionals and ensuring the rightful practise of the profession.

Advocating for access

The Ordre des psychologues advocates for better access to psychological services because it believes in access for all and because psychological interventions have proven to be effective.

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The Ordre des psychologues works to protect the public by ensuring the quality of services offered by its members, by promoting the development of the profession and by advocating for better access to psychological services. The Office of the Syndic answers enquiries about the code of ethics, which refers to the standards of conduct that psychologists must follow, and investigates any reports of wrongful conduct.

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Marie-Vincent Foundation help children and adolescents who are victims of sexual violence. The Foundation plays a role in preventing sexual violence.

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What is mental health?

Does mental health feel like a confusing concept? Although it's communicated about now more than ever, it's OK if you're still unsure what it means. Mental health is different for everyone, and sharing about it can bring up strong emotions. Kids Help Phone is always open, offering young people across Canada mental health support and a non-judgmental space to Feel Out Loud. To learn more about mental health - and view an interpretation of an article about it in American Sign Language (ASL) - you can tap on the button below.

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More than a helpline. Call, text, chat and more to get support using Kids Help Phone's 24/7 e-mental health services. For all young people in Canada.

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Listening, intervention and awareness services for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Interligne.co - Votre espace pour LGBTQ+

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Alix is there to support you, and all those who provide services for LGBTQ+ people victims of violence. Alix offers you tools to remain aware and informed, and provides you the resources you need.

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Help and Resources for Indigenous peoples | Gouvernement du Québec

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Help and Resources for Indigenous peoples | Gouvernement du Québec

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Regroupement des centres d'amitié autochtones du Québec

The Native Friendship Centres offer services designed for Indigenous peoples living in urban areas. There are centres in several cities: Val-d'Or, Trois-Rivières, Montréal, Québec, La Tuque, Chibougamau, Joliette, Maniwaki, Senneterre and Sept-Îles.

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Get help and resources for indigenous in a context of violence.

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The Mistreatment Helpline — Provincial helpline and referral service that specializes in mistreatment.

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The Mistreatment Helpline — Provincial helpline and referral service that specializes in mistreatment.

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Provincial helpline and referral service that specializes in mistreatment.

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Suicide.ca | Help, Information, and Suicide Prevention

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Help, Information, and Suicide Prevention in Quebec

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SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK

During the 31th National Suicide Prevention Week, the AQPS and its partners will unveil the all-new Talking About Suicide Saves Lives awareness campaign. Although the event runs from January 31 to February 6, 2021, the campaign may be deployed throughout the year.

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Listen - Inform - Support - Sexual Violence Helpline

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Info-Social 811 | Gouvernement du Québec

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CISSS and CIUSSS ensure accessibility, continuity and quality of services for people in their territory.

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ROQHAS – Regroupement des organismes québécois pour hommes agressés sexuellement

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If you have experienced sexual violence, call the Sexual Violence Helpline: 1 888 933‑9007.
In case of emergency, call your local police department: 9-1-1.

Services for victims of sexual assault

Some of the listed resources do not specialize in providing services to victims of sexual assault, but can still offer assistance and support.
Sexual Violence Helpline
Sexual Violence Helpline is a free and confidential listening, support and referral service for anyone affected by sexual violence. It is the main resource for victims of sexual assault, sexual exploitation and any other form of sexual violence in Quebec.
SOS violence conjugale
SOS violence conjugale provides free and direct access to information, support, confidential referral services or shelter to victims of intimate partner violence and can provide support to victims of sexual assault.
Sexual Assault Help Centers (CALACS)
CALACS provide direct assistance and support to victims of sexual assault and their loved ones. The centers also offer prevention, awareness, educational and advocacy services.

https://rqcalacs.qc.ca/en/

1 888 933-9007 (for immediate support, 24/7)

1 877 717-5252 (to contact the Quebec Coalition of Sexual Assault Help Centers)

Crime Victims Assistance Centres (CAVAC)
CAVACs are assistance centers that offer free and confidential front-line services to anyone who has been a victim of a crime and to their relatives, as well as to witnesses of a crime. The CAVACs cooperate with legal, health and social services workers and community organizations.
Info-Social 811
​ Info-Social 811 is a free and confidential telephone consultation service available to all Quebec residents. It allows you to quickly reach a psychosocial worker in the event of a psychosocial problem.
Community organizations across Quebec
In Quebec, various organizations offer psychosocial assistance to victims of sexual assault (information on available resources, support, legal process, psychological counselling, recovery, etc.).
Integrated health and social services centres (CISSS) and integrated university health and social services centres (CIUSSS)
The CISSS and CIUSSS are reference points where people can go in the event of health or psychosocial problems and where they can receive appropriate services or be referred to another resource within the territorial service network.
Help and Information Center on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace (GAIHST)
GAISHT is an organization in Quebec dedicated to preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. It provides support to individuals seeking assistance and guidance in defending their right to a workplace free of sexual or psychological harassment.
Regroupement des organismes québécois pour hommes agressés sexuellement (ROQHAS) In French only
Since October 2022, ROQHAS represents non-profit community organizations offering services to sexually assaulted men in Quebec to promote the funding, improvement and development of services adapted to the needs and realities of sexually assaulted men.

Services for people who have committed or are at risk of committing sexual assault
À cœur d'homme In French only
À cœur d'homme is an organization of 31 independent community organizations throughout Quebec that help men who are experiencing violent behaviour in a relationship or family context.

A list of À cœur d'homme member organizations is available at the following address: https://www.acoeurdhomme.com/besoin-daide.

À cœur d'homme offers the digital platform Prends l'air, designed for men who are experiencing violent behaviour. It is a fictional experience designed to promote reflective thinking on violence in the context of intimate relationships, with useful tools and resources: https://www.prendslair.ca/.

Ça suffit
Ça suffit provides free and confidential support services to reduce emotional suffering associated with sexual fantasies towards minors.
Community organizations across Quebec
In Quebec, various organizations offer support, peer support or treatment services for people who have committed or are concerned about committing a sexual assault.
Regroupement des intervenants en matière d'agression sexuelle (RIMAS) In French only
RIMAS is a network of organizations, professionals, researchers and students from various areas of Quebec who are concerned by the issue of sexual offences. It provides a list of resources offering services to people affected by the problem of sexual assault.

Services for youth or their parents
NeedHelpNow.ca
NeedHelpNow.ca provides practical solutions for youth (aged 13-17) to block the spread of sexual pictures or videos or to remove them from a website. It also provides resources for parents and trusted adults who has been negatively impacted by a self/peer exploitation incident.
Cybertip.ca
Cybertip.ca collects and processes public reports of online child sexual exploitation and abuse. It then refers the relevant information to police or child protection agencies. It also provides Canadians with an information, resource and referral center to help protect themselves and their children online.
Director of Youth Protection (DYP)
Anyone who believes or has reason to believe that a minor (under the age of 18) is being sexually assaulted has an obligation to report it immediately to the Director of Youth Protection (DYP) in their region. The DYP will assess the report and, if retained, will determine the services to be implemented to support the child and his or her family.

This report is confidential and can be done at any time of the day or night. If the situation requires it, professionals from the youth centers under the responsibility of the DYP can intervene urgently and ensure the child's safety by providing services and resources outside the family.

To report a situation, you can contact the DYP in your region.

In case of emergency, call 9-1-1.

Marie-Vincent Foundation
The Marie-Vincent Foundation is a support organization for sexually and physically abused children and adolescents, offering all services they need under one roof.
Kids Help Phone
Kids Help Phone is a Canadian service that provides bilingual (English and French), free and confidential mental health support to young people, by phone or text.
Tel-jeunes
Tel-jeunes is a free and confidential resource for young people aged 20 and under in Quebec. The professional counsellors help young people gain more control over their lives and choose behaviours that will help them meet their needs.

https://www.teljeunes.com/Home (chat available from 8 am to 10:30 pm, 7 days a week)

1 800 263-2266 (6 am to 2 pm, 7 days a week)

514-600-1002 (by text messaging, 8 am to 10 :30 pm, 7 days a week)

LigneParents In French only
LigneParents provides free and confidential support services to parents. The professional counsellors help parents by offering a personalized service.
ESPACE organizations
ESPACE organizations offer a variety of violence prevention workshops for children aged 3 to 12 and adults in their lives, as well as telephone counselling.

Services for targeted populations

For people of sexual and gender diversity
Interligne
Interligne is an organization that provides listening and support services to people concerned about sexual and gender diversity. It also provides the Alix service, which offers information and awareness tools, support resources and courses of action for people of sexual and gender diversity who are victims of violence.

For Indigenous peoples
Quebec list of support resources for Indigenous peoples Family Violence Prevention Resource Guide for Quebec First Nations
For the elderly
The Elder Mistreatment Helpline
The Elder Mistreatment Helpline offers a confidential, bilingual and free listening, crisis intervention and specialized referral service for elder mistreatment.

Suicide Prevention Services

In case of emergency, call 9-1-1 or visit the hospital emergency.
Suicide.ca
Suicide.ca is a professional and confidential help service specialized in suicide prevention. It provides information and assistance to people with suicidal thoughts and behaviours, to those who are worried about a loved one or who are bereaved by suicide, as well as to those working with vulnerable populations.

Legal services

To report a sexual assault, go directly to a police station for assistance.
Rebâtir
Rebâtir.ca provides free and confidential legal consultation services for victims of sexual and domestic violence. These services are provided by legal aid lawyers.
Ligne info DPCP violence conjugale et sexuelle
The Ligne info DPCP violence conjugale et sexuelle provides free, reliable and relevant information on the criminal justice process, how to file a complaint with the police and how to authorize criminal prosecution in cases of intimate partner violence and sexual assault

1 877 547-3727 (8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday)
Juripop
Juripop is an organization providing legal services and creating innovative legal information projects. It also supports victims of sexual violence in their legal procedures.
Community Justice Centers
The Community Justice Centers, located in 11 regions of Quebec, provide free and confidential legal information services to all citizens. The mission of the Community Justice Centers is to promote access to justice by encouraging citizen participation through information, support and referral services offered in complementarity with existing resources.
Directory of lawyers of the Barreau du Québec
The directory of lawyers of the Barreau du Québec allows users to search for a lawyer or a mediator in Quebec, according to the field of law, language and region.

Services provided by psychologists or sexologists

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The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents with an annual adjusted family net income of less than $90,000 who do not have access to dental insurance.

Applications will open in phases starting with seniors. Find out when you can apply.

Families with children under the age of 12

If you're a parent or guardian of a child under the age of 12 and do not have access to dental insurance, you may already be eligible for the Canada Dental Benefit. This benefit is available until June 30, 2024.

Sections

Do you qualify

Determine if you are eligible for the CDCP.

How to apply

Applications for the CDCP will open in phases. Find out when you can apply.

When can you visit an oral health provider

CDCP coverage start date will vary for each person who qualifies for the CDCP.

What services are covered

See examples of what oral health care services may be covered. You will not have to pay the full cost out of your own pocket.

How oral health providers enrol in the CDCP

Information for oral health professionals who would like to enrol as a participating CDCP provider.

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We know you're going through a hard time and things are beyond your control. We know you're worried. So, here's some information to help you get the advice and support you need.
Get informed

A lot of health problems can be treated at home, without a doctor. To make sure you're doing the right thing, find out more about your symptoms and the treatments available to you.

Find accurate information

You need to be careful when looking up health information on the Internet.

Make sure you consult credible, trustworthy sites. Here are a few suggestions:
Portail santé Québec
Public Health Agency of Canada

An online decision-making aid

If you have a health problem or a specific need (e.g., prescription renewal), you can consult the online Primary Care Access Point (GAP) for advice related to your situation, need or symptoms.

You'll answer simple questions online, and based on your answers, you'll be told which resource or health professional to consult. If your problem can be safely managed at home, you will be given advice.

Visit https://gap.soinsvirtuels.gouv.qc.ca/en

Get advice

If you're worried about your health, qualified health professionals are available to answer your questions, give you advice, listen to you and reassure you.

With their help, you may be able to manage certain health problems at home. Don't hesitate to consult them!

Call Info-Santé (811, option 1)

You can explain your problem to a nurse, confidentially and free of charge.

The nurse will answer your questions and give you advice on how to safely manage your health problem at home. They may also give you a list of signs and symptoms to watch for.

Did you know only 10% of calls to 811 end with a recommendation to go to the Emergency department?

If you need an outside opinion, the nurse will refer you to the best place. Not all health problems need to be seen by a doctor.
The service is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Talk to a pharmacist

Pharmacists are medication experts, front-line health professionals who can help you treat minor health problems, initiate preventive treatments, and advise you on the proper medication use and healthy lifestyle habits.

Onsite prescriptions
If your pharmacist thinks it's necessary, they can prescribe medication for certain minor health problems or initiate preventive treatment.
For example, they can write prescriptions for the following (some conditions apply; talk to your pharmacist for details):

Smoking cessation products

Hormonal birth control methods

Emergency oral contraception

Traveller's diarrhea, malaria and acute mountain sickness prophylaxis

Lyme disease prophylaxis, following a tick bite

Nausea and vomiting

Perinatal vitamins

Indigestion and acid reflux

Head lice

Shingles

And much more!

Advice on over-the-counter medications (on the shelves)
If you're not sure what medication to take for your symptoms, ask your pharmacist! They can give you advice on how to treat different health problems including:

Seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis)

Allergic conjunctivitis

Cold sores (oral herpes)

Mouth ulcers (canker sores)

Muscle pain

Cold and flu

Constipation

And much more!

Don't hesitate to consult them. Pharmacists are health professionals who are standing by to help you.

They can also advise you on possible interactions between over-the-counter products and the medications prescribed by your doctor.

In addition to extending prescriptions, pharmacists can also adjust a doctor's prescription if they notice any safety or efficacy issues. In some cases, they may even order lab tests to check how a medication is working. Finally, some pharmacists may also prescribe and administer vaccines.

Talk to a nurse

There can be many reasons for consulting a nurse: flu-like symptoms, gastroenteritis, burns, muscle aches, anxiety... Several appointments are available now.

CLSC consultation

To have a health problem assessed by a nurse clinician, consultations are available at CLSCs.

Mobile outreach clinic

Housed in a motorhome, this clinic brings together a paramedical technician and a nurse clinician. The Clinique mobile offers consultations in the Haut-Richelieu-Rouville region from May to November.

Mental health problems and difficult family situations

If you're going through a hard time, you don't need to do it alone. Help and support are available. Health professionals will listen to your problems, give you advice, or refer you to someone who can help.

Call Info-Social (811, option 2)

You'll be able to talk to a psychosocial worker, confidentially and free of charge.
The professionals at Info-Social are qualified to give you advice and answer your questions. They can also suggest ways to improve your condition and monitor your progress.

As needed, they'll refer you to services or resources in the community.

Here are some reasons why you might call Info-Social (811, option 2):

You're going through a situation that's causing you anxiety.

You're worried about a friend or a family member.

You're having family or relationship problems.

You're going through a bereavement.

You're worried about a specific situation or behaviour.

The service is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
You can call Info-Social for yourself or for a loved one.

If you're thinking about suicide or worried a loved one might be, you need to seek help; don't try to handle the situation alone. Call the Centre de prévention du suicide at 1-866-277-3553 or visit suicide.ca.

Call the mental health and psychosocial services desk at your local CLSC for an adult or a minor.

The CLSCs have teams in place to get you the help you need quickly. After evaluating your problem, they will refer you to services or resources in your area (for children, teens or adults).

You can contact them for different types of problems (e.g., problems with your partner, family or friends, a crisis situation, problems adjusting or fitting in).

Visit your CLSC's "Psychosocial Services" page:

These credible websites can also help:

Sexual health situation

If your problem concerns your sexual health (contraception, screening and prevention of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections ( STBBI) such as hepatitis C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV (AIDS) and others, etc.), various services are available.

People between 12 and 24 years old

For people 25 years and older

If you have a family doctor, see him or her

If you don't have a family doctor, visit the First Line Access Centre: 811, option 3, gapmonteregie.ca

Vulnerable clients and men who have sex with men

Integrated screening and prevention services for STIs (SIDEP or SIDEP+):

You need to see a health professional or a doctor

If you need to see a health professional or a doctor, there are different resources available depending on your health condition, whether or not you have a family doctor, and your age.

If you have a family doctor

Consult your family doctor.
Make an appointment online or by phone at your usual clinic or CLSC.

If your doctor is not available

If you're registered with a Family Medicine Group (FMG), ask if you can see another doctor or health professional at the FMG.

If you can't get an appointment at your FMG or clinic, here are some other options:

Visit the web page Getting a medical consultation on the same or next day. You can look up clinics near you and try to get an appointment.

On the territory covered by the CISSS de la Montérégie-Centre, there is one network clinic that gives appointments for semi-urgent and urgent problems (e.g., persistent fever, flu, severe sore throat, urinary tract infection, cuts that require stitches).
Clinique Azuris located at 2984 boulevard Taschereau, in Greenfield Park.
To make an appointment, call 450-466-4333, option 3, or go to cliniqueazur.com

If you need to consult for a child (age 17 or under):
UP Centre for Pediatric Emergencies, at Quartier DIX30, in Brossard, is open daily, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
For more information: centreup.ca

If you do not have a family doctor

REMINDER - A person without a family doctor must register with the Québec Family Doctor Finder (GAMF). Your file will be evaluated and you will be placed on the waiting list for your region: https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/finding-a-resource/quebec-family-doctor-finder

Primary Care Access Point (GAP)

The Primary Care Access Point (GAP) is designed to meet the non-emergency health needs of people without a family doctor. A team assesses your state of health and directs you to the right resource.

In Montérégie-Centre, the GAP is now available 100% online. Please complete the digital questionnaire available at gap.soinsvirtuels.gouv.qc.ca

If you need help completing the digital questionnaire, call 811, option 3.

Note: Our team is working hard to offer more access to more people. Due to the high volume of requests we are currently receiving, it may take a few days before we contact you once the questionnaire has been completed. This delay will vary according to the prioritization of the need, the nurse's assessment and our opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Medical clinics with or without appointment

In Montérégie-Centre, two medical clinics offer consultations to users without a family doctor. Visit their Web sites for details:

Clinique Azur, 2984 Taschereau Blvd., Greenfield Park. Information: cliniqueazur.com or 450 466-4333 # 3

Center for pediatric emergencies and specialized care Up (17 years and under), Quartier DIX30, Brossard. Information: centreup.ca

You decide to go to the Emergency department

If you have an urgent health problem, it's important you go to the Emergency department, where you'll be seen quickly. In the Emergency department, critical or unstable cases are seen first.

Find out more

If you decide to go to the Emergency department for a non-urgent health problem, you should expect to wait several hours. Remember to bring everything you'll need to help pass the time (medication, water, snacks, cell phone charger, diapers for children, etc.).

The wait time depends on a number of different factors.

Triage: assessing your health condition
In triage, a nurse will assess your health condition and decide how soon you need to see a doctor. They will assign you a priority code.

Patients are not seen in the order they arrive. People who arrive after you may see the doctor first, if the triage nurse evaluates their condition is more urgent or unstable than yours.

You need/decide to call an ambulance

If you need help fast for an urgent health problem, you should call 911.

Find out more

Examples of situations that require calling 911:

A person's life is in danger.

A person's health is at risk.

A person is in distress.

You witness a serious accident or a crime.

A person needs to be transported by ambulance.

A person needs immediate assistance from a hospital Emergency department.

When you call:

1. An operator will ask you questions to determine the urgency of the situation. They will also ask you for the address of the emergency.

2. They will contact the appropriate emergency services (police, fire, paramedics).

3. First responders will travel to the scene.
The 911 operator will probably give you some instructions while you wait for help.Stay on the line until they have finished asking their questions and giving instructions. Do not hang up until the operator says you can.

There are many misconceptions about ambulances. Did you know?

If you call 911, the operator may recommend you use an alternate form of transportation to get to the hospital. They may suggest you drive with a family member, take a taxi or call paratransit. If they recommend this option, it's because they feel it's safe in your condition. Ambulances need to be available for the most urgent calls.

When the paramedics arrive at your home, they are not required to transport you to the Emergency department. After speaking with a nurse, they can refer you to a resource that's more appropriate for your condition.

If you arrive at the hospital by ambulance, you will not automatically see a doctor faster. When you arrive at the hospital, a triage nurse will assess your health condition, just like every other person who arrives at the Emergency department. The nurse will then assign you a priority code to see the doctor. If your situation is not a priority, you will wait in the waiting room.

Ambulance rides aren't always free! Usually, people age 65 and over do not pay. However, if the emergency doctor decides your situation didn't require an ambulance ride, you will be billed.

Home support paramedicine: a safe resource, tailored to your situation

If you're 50 or over and call 911, the operator may suggest a home support paramedicine visit. If they recommend this option, it's because they feel it's safe in your condition.

If you agree, home support paramedicine workers will visit your home. They will assess your situation and call a home care nurse to determine the type of care you need and how long you can wait to receive it. They can also provide the care you need to avoid a trip to the Emergency department. They will take care of all the details to make sure you get quick access to the services you need.

Within 24 hours of the paramedic's visit, a home care nurse will visit you.

Informative videos
Info-Santé 811 Info-Social 811 Primary Care Access Point Psychosocial services The role of the paramedic The role of the pharmacist Flu-like syndrome in adults Gastro in adults Cranio-cerebral trauma Pain management Hypertension

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To find a family doctor that is accepting new patients, you can put your name on the waiting list through the Québec Family Doctor Finder (GAMF):

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Conditions of registration

To register for the Québec Family Doctor Finder, you must:

Be age 14 or over (you can also register a younger person)

Not have a family doctor

Have a valid Health Insurance Card

Be domiciled in Québec, at the address currently indicated in your file at the Régie (if you have moved, report the change of address by using the online Service québécois de changement d'adresse

Residents of Nunavik or Cree Territory of James Bay regions

The Québec Family Doctor Finder is not available in these regions. If you live there, contact your local health centre:

Registration procedure

When registering for the Québec Family Doctor Finder, you must have your health insurance card with you.
Online
You can also register by logging on to the Québec Health booklet.
By telephone
Contact your territory waiting list (GACO).

Update a registration: contact information and health situation

You must update your registration if your contact information or your health situation change. To do so, proceed in the same was as for a registration. Your contact information must be up to date in order for the doctor assigned to you to contact you. If you cannot be reached, your request may be suspended.

You can also report any changes in your health situation or, if this service is offered by your territory waiting list (GACO), request a health evaluation by a nurse. In both cases, your initial registration date will be retained.

If you have found a family doctor by yourself, you do not need to take any further steps. The starting date of your follow-up with your doctor will automatically end your registration on the Québec Family Doctor Finder waiting list.

Change of family doctor

If your current family doctor ends your medical follow-up or you need to change to another doctor or clinic, here is the procedure depending on your situation:

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Therapy can be an important tool for people who are struggling with mental health problems or illnesses. As awareness increases around mental health issues, the demand for therapists is increasing. It can be difficult to find a therapist. Here are some helpful tips.

If you are looking for help through the public sector, like the CLSC, most likely you will be put on a waiting list before you receive help. Although help is not immediate, it's worth putting your name on the list. Think of it as being one step closer to finding a therapist. In the meantime, you can contact other resources, like community mental health organizations.

If you are a student at a CEGEP or a university, you can contact your counselling department and request follow-up services. They often are limited in the number of sessions they provide. Visit amiquebec.org/students for a list of resources.

If you are employed, find out if your group insurance includes coverage for psychology and/ or psychotherapy, and how much coverage you have per year. They may help you find a therapist, assign a therapist to you, or pay for a therapist of your choice. Keep in mind that you may be covered under your spouse's insurance for psychology or psychotherapy services.

Some people have the means to consult a therapist working in private practice. Since Covid-19 many therapists have been offering services online and will continue to do so, while others may return to offering in-office services.

We have some resources listed on our website under Counselling and Therapy. Visit amiquebec.org/therapy. You can also consult the Order of Psychologists of Quebec, Google "psychologists" or "psychotherapists" in your area, or ask someone you trust if they have a recommendation.
Finding a good fit
It is important to have a good fit. It is your mental health, so take the time to find someone that you feel comfortable with and that responds to your questions. Here are some things to consider before engaging in a therapeutic process:

What is your intention? What do you want to work on in therapy?

Choose carefully. It is a big ocean out there when it comes to psychological help. Not all therapists are created equal, so you should verify that they are a member of a professional order or have a permit to practice psychotherapy.

Ask the therapist questions that will inform your decision, such as their background and training, how successful they are in helping people with the issues you are dealing with. Is it short-term or longer-term therapy? What is their approach (for example, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR for Trauma and PTSD), etc.).

You have the option of working with a professional online, so your choice of therapist is not limited to where you live.

Give it a try before committing to working with the person.

There are also e-therapy services, which often use a CBT approach. This can be good for people who want to do the work on their own with some input from an e-therapist.

Finally, if you are someone who prefers to work on your own, you may be interested in checking out our Top Free Mental Health Apps list: amiquebec.org/free-mental-health-apps.

- Blanche Moskovici, AMI counsellor

From Share&Care Winter 2022

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Les centres de prévention du suicide (CPS) et autres organismes d'aide jouent un rôle essentiel dans leur communauté. Ils sont composés de professionnels, d'intervenants et de bénévoles formés pour accueillir les demandes d'aide ou d'information. Les CPS peuvent vous offrir différents services individuels ou de groupe si vous pensez au suicide, que vous vous inquiétez pour un proche ou que vous vivez le deuil d'un être cher.

Lanaudière
http://www.cps-lanaudiere.org/
S'engager en prévention du suicide

Si vous souhaitez organiser un projet de prévention du suicide ou encore soutenir une organisation locale, communiquez avec le centre de prévention de votre région.

Pour des projets d'envergure provinciale, communiquez avec nous.

Vous pensez au suicide?
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When you're overcome with suffering, you may have suicidal thoughts. It's important that you seek help immediately. There are many resources available 24/7 to help relieve your suffering and keep you safe. You are not alone.

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A Relief mental health worker is available to give you individual support, information and referrals via phone, email or in person, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

call Relief

1 866 738-4873
Monday to Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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email us

relief@relief.ca
Monday to Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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meet a mental health worker

By appointment.
Monday to Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Book

In addition to being able to talk to one of our mental health worker, you can participate in one of our support groups and in our self-management workshops to share what you're going through with people who are experiencing situations similar to your own.

take part in a support group

Each week, you can take part in free support groups-facilitated by our mental health professionals-for flexible support that's there when you need it, whatever the ups and downs in your life.

Register

take part in a self-management workshop

Are you living with anxiety, depression or bipolarity? During 10 to 12 weeks, led by our mental health workers, find concrete strategies and tools to (re)take power over your health.

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A free online tool to help you identify ways to get better and map out things you can do to take care of your mental health, independently and at your own pace.
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CISSS de la Montérégie-Est
450 679-8689
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Le Centre de crise l'Accès offre des services d'aide en situation de crise par une équipe d'intervenants spécialisés en santé mentale qui vous accompagne vers un retour à l'équilibre.
Vous pouvez nous contacter au 450 679-8689
24 heures par jour, 7 jours par semaine.
Nos services sont gratuits.
Aucune intervention n'est effectuée par courriel. Pour retrouver l'équilibre, appelez-nous!
Service offerts gratuitement

Intervention téléphonique 24 heures par jour, sept jours par semaine

Évaluation et référence

Suivi de crise

Hébergement

Intervention téléphonique et référence en prévention du suicide

L'ACCÈS est un service offert dans la communauté.

Nos services sont offerts aux adultes des villes suivantes :
Brossard, Longueuil, Boucherville, Varennes, Verchères, Saint-Hubert, Calixa-Lavallée, Contrecoeur, Saint-Amable, Sainte-Julie, Saint-Bruno, Saint-Lambert, LeMoyne et Greenfield Park
Si vous vivez un état de crise, vous pouvez également contacter les partenaires suivants : RLS Richelieu-Yamaska : Contact Richelieu-Yamaska au 450 774-6952
RLS Pierre-De Saurel :Centre de crise La Traversée au 450 746-0303
Qu'est-ce qu'un état de crise?

Il arrive qu'un événement ou une situation de vie perturbent de façon majeure le quotidien. Si, malgré toutes vos tentatives d'utiliser vos ressources personnelles, vous avez l'impression :

De ne plus être en contrôle de votre vie

D'avoir tout perdu

De percevoir l'avenir avec beaucoup de crainte

De vous sentir dans une impasse

C'est à ce moment que survient l'état de crise. Vous vivez :

Une rupture amoureuse

Des tensions familiales

Des échecs dans votre milieu de travail ou scolaires

Des dépendances

Des difficultés relationnelles

Des problèmes de santé mentale

La mort de l'un de vos proches

De l'inquiétude face à l'un de vos proches

Vous constatez que :

Vous dormez moins bien

Ce que vous faites habituellement au quotidien devient presque impossible

Vous êtes anxieux

Vous avez des idées suicidaires

Les manifestations associées à votre problème de santé mentale augmentent

Des changements majeurs dans les attitudes et le comportement de l'un de vos proches apparaissent

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Le Centre de crise l'Accès offre des services d'aide en situation de crise par une équipe d'intervenants spécialisés en santé men

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Centre de crise - Le Transit - Contact Us

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"Open a door"
PHONE INTERVENTION LINE
24/7
514 282-7753

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Centre de crise - Le Transit - Contact Us

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514-282-7753 › Vous vivez une période de détresse? Vous n’arrivez plus à faire face aux événements? Vous avez l’impression de perdre le contrôle? Vous vous sentez triste et découragé?

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https://amiquebec.org/support/

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Aire Ouverte, support for mental, and physical health, etc.

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Aire Ouverte, support for mental, and physical health, etc.

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The content of this page is being displayed in French because it is not available in English. If you wish to see the complete content of this page, please consult its French version.

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Are you a teenager or a young adult and have questions about your health or sexuality? Contact the youth clinic.

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Are you a teenager or a young adult and have questions about your health or sexuality? Contact the youth clinic.

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What we're about

We are an inclusive support group for all adult members of the Montreal LGBTQ+ community. Due to the current rules on social-distancing, our meetings have moved online (through Zoom). Once our in-person activities resume, we will be offering free food and non-alcoholic beverages during our meetings.

Each, two hour, meeting is a safe space where we talk about LGBTQ+ related topics like coming out, sexual orientation, gender expression, stereotypes, relationships, and so much more. The group discussions are confidential, respectful and judgment-free. This makes it easy to build new friendships as well as a sense of belonging within our community. We encourage you to join the conversation and share personal experiences, ask questions, learn from others, and maybe even discover new parts of yourself.

Our meeting facilitator is a member of the LGBTQ+ community with a degree in psychology. She is always happy to share resources and helpful information when needed.

Whether you are newly out, have been out for a long time, or not out at all, our diverse group makes it easy for you to feel comfortable and safe to share and learn. Participation is not mandatory, please join us even if you prefer not to share just yet.

Meetings are led in English however, french speakers are welcome.

Les réunions se déroulent en anglais cependant, les francophones sont les bienvenus.

Instagram: @SafeBoxMTL
Email: info@safeboxmtl.org

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Montreal LGBTQ+ Support Group (Montréal, QC)

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We are an inclusive support group for all adult members of the Montreal LGBTQ+ community. Due to the current rules on social-distancing, our meetings have moved online (through Zoom). Once our in-person activities resume, we will be offering free food and non-alcoholic beverages during our meetings.

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MissionOur VisionProject 10 envisions a world where 2LGBTQ+ youth are safe and empowered to become change makers through access to the resources, support and meaningful connections that allow them to explore their identities on their own terms.Our MissionProject 10 works to promote the personal, social, sexual and mental well being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirit, intersex and questioning ...

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COMMENT NOUS APPUYER ?

Les fonds recueillis permettent d'offrir à ces jeunes un toit, des repas, mais surtout de l'aide et du réconfort. En versant un don à L'Antre-Temps, vous contribuez ainsi à redonner espoir à des jeunes que les épreuves de la vie n'ont pas épargnés.

En tant qu'organisme communautaire, l'aide de la communauté nous est essentielle afin de poursuivre sans relâche notre mission et ainsi aider des centaines de jeunes à reprendre du pouvoir sur leur vie.

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L'ANTRE-TEMPS héberge des jeunes de 16 à 21 ans sans-abri ou à risque de l'être. Nous offrons 24 h sur 24 h un milieu de vie pour les jeunes désirant se mettre en action afin d'améliorer, selon leurs besoins, leurs conditions de vie.

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Notre mission est d'accueillir, héberger, épauler et référer des femmes et des hommes sans abri pour les aider à se sortir de la rue.
En savoir plus

Participez au mieux-être des hommes et des femmes sans abri!

Vous pouvez faire un don en ligne en accédant au site de Canadon.

Vous avez aussi la possibilité de nous envoyer un chèque en le joignant au formulaire de don et reçu de charité accessible avec le lien suivant.
Faites un don!

Bénévoles recherchés!

Nous sommes à la recherche constante de bénévoles pour soutenir l'équipe dans son travail.

Nous sommes convaincus qu'une équipe complète pour offrir des services de qualité nécessite la participation de gens qui, pour eux donner de leur temps, est gratifiant.
Devenez bénévole!

Services

Plusieurs ressources
sous un même toit!

Hébergement

Toutes nos installations ont été pensées et aménagées afin d'offrir un milieu de vie sécuritaire et chaleureux pour favoriser les sentiments de quiétude et d'appartenance des personnes utilisatrices de nos service.
En savoir plus

Service de jour

Le service de jour est offert aux personnes mobilisées dans une démarche concrète, qu'elles soient hébergées ou pas dans nos installations,

Il est ouvert du lundi au vendredi de 9h à 12h et de 13h à 16h.
En savoir plus

Aide et soutien

L'individu est au cœur de nos actions!

Nous avons comme but de redonner l'espoir.
En savoir plus

À propos de
l'Abri de la Rive-Sud

L'Abri de la Rive-Sud est un organisme d'hébergement mixte pour les personnes en difficultés. Notre mission est d'accueillir, héberger, épauler et référer des femmes et des hommes sans-abri pour les aider à se sortir de la rue. Nos piliers d'intervention sont l'accessibilité, la prise en charge des besoins de base, l'accompagnement vers la sortie et le pont vers les ressources du milieu.

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Abri de la Rive-Sud - Hébergement de première ligne pour hommes et femmes

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Notre mission est d'accueillir, héberger, épauler et référer des femmes et des hommes sans abri pour les aider à se sortir de la rue. En savoir plus Vous pouvez faire un don en ligne en accédant au site de Canadon.

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☎️ Téléphone (7h à 2h)‍‍
📱 Texto (8h à 22h30)‍
💻 Ch@t (8h à 22h30)‍
📧 Courriel (délai de 72h)

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Comment ça se passe?Lorsque tu nous contactes, tu peux compter sur nous pour...
👉 Il peut y avoir un délai d'attente.
👉 Au début de l'échange, nous te poserons quelques questions pour nos statistiques (âge, genre, région).
👉 On te demande d'être disponible lors de la conversation, c'est-à-dire de trouver le bon moment pour échanger de façon continue avec nous.
👉 C'est confidentiel et gratuit.

✔️ Te croire sans te juger
✔️ Te soutenir 💁
✔️ T'informer ℹ️
✔️ T'aider à trouver une réponse à une question 👌
✔️ Te diriger, au besoin, vers une ressource appropriée
‍ Aucun problème n'est trop grand ou trop petit, n'hésite pas!

Pour les problèmes complexes de santé mentale, Tel-jeunes ne peut pas remplacer la consultation d'un·e professionnel·le de la santé en face-à-face. Dans ce genre de situation, une conversation avec nous peut être une première étape utile pour t'aider à comprendre ce que tu ressens et discuter des options en matière de soutien spécialisé.

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Comment ça se passe?Lorsque tu nous contactes, tu peux compter sur nous pour...👉 Il peut y avoir un délai d'attente. 👉 Au début de l'échange, nous te poserons quelques questions pour nos statistiques (âge, genre, région).👉 On te demande d'être disponible lors de la conversation, c'est-à-dire de trouver le bon moment pour échanger de façon continue avec nous.👉 C'est confidentiel et gratuit.

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Note that a medical clinic is located inside the CLSC: GMF-U de Saint-Hubert. More information about Specimens and Online Appointment.

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The SEX Health Guide is aimed at men who have sex with men and provides information on measures to pre

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Consultations are offered on various sexual health topics, including contraception, screening and prevention of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), hepatitis C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV (AIDS) and others.

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Consultations are offered on various sexual health topics, including contraception, screening and prevention of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), hepatitis C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV (AIDS) and others.

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Consultations are offered on various sexual health topics, including contraception, screening and prevention of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI), hepatitis C, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV (AIDS) and others.

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Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing is recommended for everyone who is sexually active. Learn where you can get STI-testing in Montreal.

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Screening for Sexually Transmitted and Blood-borne Infections (STBBIs)

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Where to get tested:
- Family medicine clinics

- CLSCs

- Sexual health clinics

- Family planning clinics

- Youth clinics (usually for people 25 years of age or under)

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A number of behaviours increase the risk of getting an STBBI. You should get tested if you or your partner, even if it was only once:

Have had unprotected sex

Have shared equipment used to prepare, inject or inhale drugs

Have had a tattoo or piercing done with non-sterile equipment

You should also get tested for STBBIs if:

You are in a steady relationship and want to stop using condoms or sheet of latex

You are pregnant or want to get pregnant

You or your partner had sex with:

A new partner

Multiple partners

An anonymous partner

You had sex with someone who has an STBBI

You were exposed to blood or other bodily fluids that might be contaminated, for example, semen or vaginal secretions

You have symptoms similar to those of an STBBI

For various reasons, STBBIs affect some population groups more than others:

Young people 25 years of age or under who are sexually active

Men who have sex with men

People who are or have previously been incarcerated

Sex workers and their clients

People who inject or inhale drugs

People who come from a region or country where STBBIs are very widespread

If you or your partner belong to one of these groups, talk to a health professional about getting tested for STBBIs.

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Screening for Sexually Transmitted and Blood-borne Infections (STBBIs)

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A number of behaviours increase the risk of getting an STBBI.

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Portage's adolescent program for anglophone youth is an English-speaking residential drug addiction rehabilitation program, located in Prevost Quebec.

Within the gender-specific therapeutic community environment, residents deal with the root causes of their drug addiction problems and learn how to better function in their everyday lives, without needing drugs.

The on-site schooling, tailored to individual needs, helps them learn to succeed in school.

The supportive community of people who have been through similar struggles helps them to develop the self-esteem and social competencies necessary to build the confidence that they too can live healthy, happy, and productive lives.

Aftercare and Family Services help them develop a strong support network of people to help them pursue a positive lifestyle after treatment.

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Drug Addiction Rehabilitation Program for Anglophone Québec Youth

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Portage's adolescent program for anglophone youth is an English-speaking residential drug addiction rehabilitation program, located in Prevost Quebec. Within the gender-specific therapeutic community environment, residents deal with the root causes of their drug addiction problems and learn how to better function in their everyday lives, without needing drugs.

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Voluntary interruption of pregnancy (or abortion) services are offered at several facilities in the Montérégie region. The professionals who perform abortions do so according to each woman's wishes and without judgement. They perform abortions and provide follow-up care with neutrality, respect and complete confidentiality.

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Voluntary interruption of pregnancy (or abortion) services are offered at several facilities in the Montérégie region. The professionals who perform abortions do so according to each woman's wishes and without judgement. They perform abortions and provide follow-up care with neutrality, respect and complete confidentiality.

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Help and resources for survivors, friends, family, community, volunteers.

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The Montreal Sexual Assault Centre (MSAC), created in 1980, offers a range of bilingual services free of charge to anyone who has been a victim of sexual violence. Services are also offered to the victim's family and close friends.

Provincial phone service :

Sexual Violence Helpline: for victims of all ages, their loved ones, and anyone working to help victims. Learn more at sexualviolencehelpline.ca

Support Service for Designated Centres Providing Medico-social Services for Sexual Assault Victims: for the medico-social teams. Learn more at en.serviceconseilqc.ca

Local services :

Medical and legal support: for victims of 18 years and older, and their close ones

Clinical services: for victims of 18 years and older, and their close ones

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The Montreal Sexual Assault Centre (MSAC), created in 1980, offers a range of bilingual services free of charge to anyone who has been a victim of sexual violence. Services are also offered to the victim's family and close friends.

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Listen - Inform - Support | Sexual Violence Helpline

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The source for resources for victims of sexual assault, sexual exploitation or any other form of sexual violence.

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Direct support and accompaniment, even if it was a long time ago

Whether you have experienced sexual violence recently or as long as several years ago, you have access to help, in person, by phone or online.

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Listen - Inform - Support | Sexual Violence Helpline

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Direct support and accompaniment, even if it was a long time ago Whether you have experienced sexual violence recently or as long as several years ago, you have access to help, in person, by phone or online.