Addiction Services Central Ontario

Thank you to Minister Vijay Thanigasalam for speaking at the @AMHOnt Conference. Ontario’s community mental health and addictions sector is vital—reducing ER use and system costs. Stable, sustained provincial funding is needed to address growing wait times.

🌸 Happy First Day of Spring! It's time to shake off the winter blues and welcome warmer days filled with blooming flowers, fresh scents, and sunny skies! Let's get outside, enjoy nature's beauty, and embrace new beginnings. #SpringIsHere #NewBeginnings

🌱✨ Happy Nowruz! As spring blooms, let's celebrate renewal and the joy of new beginnings! May this year bring you peace, prosperity, and happiness. Embrace the traditions that unite us and fill your home with love and laughter. Here’s to fresh starts! #NowruzMubarak

🌙✨ #EidAlFitr Mubarak to all our staff, clients, students, volunteers & community members marking the end of the holy month Ramadan! Wishing you joy, gratitude, and unity as you celebrate Eid-al-Fitr.

To ensure the safety of our clients & staff, all services on 𝐖𝐞𝐝.𝐅𝐞𝐛.𝟏𝟖𝐭𝐡 will be 𝙫𝒊𝙧𝒕𝙪𝒂𝙡/𝙧𝒆𝙢𝒐𝙩𝒆. Regular in-person services expected to resume tomorrow. For information about our services, please visit: helpwithaddictions.ca.

𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: To ensure the safety of our clients & staff, the majority of our services on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧. 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 will be 𝙫𝒊𝙧𝒕𝙪𝒂𝙡/𝙧𝒆𝙢𝒐𝙩𝒆. For rescheduling, call 1-800-263-2288, ext.322. Normal in-person services expected to resume Tuesday.

𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄: To ensure the safety of our clients & staff, the majority of our services on 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡 will be virtual/remote. For rescheduling, call 1-800-263-2288, ext. 322. Normal in-person services expected to resume tomorrow.

If you or someone you know is experiencing an addiction-related crisis this Holiday, you can #FindHelp: • N.York/York/S.Simcoe: 1-855-310-2673 • Krasman Warm Line: 1-888-777-0979 • Toronto Gerstein Centre: 416-929-5200 • Durham: 1-800-742-1890 • Peel/Dufferin: 1-888-811-2222

Wishing our vibrant & diverse community a Happy Holiday! May this season bring you joy, peace, and cherished moments with loved ones. Let's celebrate our unique traditions while embracing the richness of our shared experiences. @ASCOhelps' Holiday Hours included here...

All @ASCOhelps physical locations are closed today, Thursday, December 11, due to inclement weather. All programs & services will be VIRTUAL ONLY today. For rescheduling, call 1 (800) 263 2288. Normal in-person services expected to resume tomorrow.

𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬. #HumanRightsDay 2025 urges us to reaffirm human rights as essential, especially in uncertain times. By uniting, we can amplify voices and drive lasting change for humanity. #OurEveryDayRights @‌unhumanrights

@ASCOhelps celebrates International Volunteer Day, thanking Client & Family Advisory Council Members, Board of Directors, and all volunteers for their leadership and generosity. Every contribution matters and helps build better communities.

The Concurrent Disorders Program @ASCOhelps support individuals 16+ with complex mental health & substance use issues. The Community Outreach Program also helps those facing substance use, housing, or food insecurity access addiction support. Learn more: HopeBeginsHere.ca

WELL(NEST) is a day/evening treatment initiative of the Wellness Collaborative that delivers quality addiction services across multiple communities, ensuring services are available to as many individuals & their loved ones as possible. Learn more: bit.ly/wellnest-treat

NYG’s Addiction Programs, including our Rapid Access to Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM) in partnership with @ascohelps provides assessments and tailored support for adults and youth concerned about substance use. Learn more bit.ly/3yBMD3B #NAAW2025

If you’re homeless or at risk of being homeless, struggling with addiction, and often in hospital emergency or the justice system, @ASCOhelps offers access to supportive housing and court support. Find help at HopeBeginsHere.ca.

Addiction Withdrawal Mgmt. Services @ASCOhelps, offers medical & counseling support for those seeking to reduce/stop substance use. Addiction medicine, counseling, case mgmt., & peer support available at clinics in York Region, South Simcoe, & North York. HopeBeginsHere.ca

Programs @ASCOhelps support adults 25+, youth 12-24 and families, and women 16+ who are pregnant and/or parenting. Services include voluntary counseling, group referrals, and help for loved ones. Learn more at HopeBeginsHere.ca.

National Addiction Awareness Week begins today! @ASCOhelps, our specialized staff and clients journey together to create new understanding & awareness about substance use & problem gambling that will support change. HopeBeginsHere.ca

Its Nurse Practitioner Week! @ASCOhelps, we celebrate & recognize the critical role & incredible work that nurse practitioners (NPs) play in addictions treatment and client-centred care. Thank you for all that you do! #NPWeek2025 @NPAOntario