The mental health and well-being of students continues to be a priority at DCDSB. For some students, summertime can be challenging for a number of reasons. The disruption in routine and a loss of structure can affect anyone. Changes in sleep and eating habits can have big impacts. Less structured days can lend themselves to spending too much time online and can aggravate an unhealthy attachment to social media. Below we have highlighted some tips for summertime wellness, as well as resources that can be accessed for support.
For a list of mental health supports in Durham Region click here.
Parents and caregivers can access a tip sheet from School Mental Health Ontario to support the mental health and well-being of their child or teen through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
Tips For Summertime Wellness | ||
Simple but effective ideas to help anyone maintain their mental wellness during the summer:
Resources: Adjusting to the summer routine: Tips from Sick Kids 10 Ways to Get you Family Active This Summer Action for Healthy Kids offers some tips on how to Create a Family Self-Care Plan |
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DCDSB's Social Work Access Line |
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During the period of July 5 to August 31, 2021, DCDSB’s Social Work Access Line will be operating on reduced hours, from Monday to Thursday only. Durham Catholic District School Board students and families can contact our Social Work Access Line and leave a message with their contact information. One of our mental health professionals will call back between the hours of 8:30 and 4:30, within one business day, and provide support. (Please note that a call received on Thursday may not be returned until Monday). Note: this is not a crisis line and is not monitored 24/7.
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Crisis Supports | ||
If someone’s safety is at risk and needs immediate help, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. Frontenac Youth Services Crisis Team: 905-723-2802 (for youth age 12 to 18 years)
(You may be asked to leave a message. If calling during hours of operation, your call will be returned within a couple of hours).
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Local Walk-In Clinics | ||
Quick Access Services (formerly named Frontenac Walk-in Clinic)
How to access: Intake referral must be completed through Central Intake Services:1-888-454-6275 (TF)
Durham Counselling Walk-in Clinic (DCWIC)
How to access: For further information, or to book an intake, please call the Clinic Coordinator at 289-509-0603, ext. 3203.
Additional Supports are also available through Frontenac Youth Services and Carea Community Health Centre
DCDSB’s Social Work Access Line can also help connect you with services and supports available through these, and other community partners. |
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Service Directories |
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Please access the DCDSB website for a list of mental health supports in Durham Region, including crisis, non-crisis and culturally relevant mental health supports. ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600 or https://www.connexontario.ca 24/7 free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental health and/or gambling by connecting them with services in their area. 211Ontario: Call 211 | Toll-Free Number: 1-877-330-3213 | TTY: 1-888-340-1001 A free service that connects individuals with the complete range of government, health, community and social services in their communities. |
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Videos On-Demand |
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The following are videos and resources from some of the above workshops.
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