Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre |
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| Address & Phone(s) | ||||
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| Address | 1064 Colborne St London, ON N6A 4B3 | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible | |||
| Intersection | Colborne St and Huron St | |||
| Office Phone | 519-434-6848 | |||
| Fax | 519-434-6851 | |||
| Description & Services | ||||
| Description | Provides support and transition and crisis care for children and families designed to strengthen and support family life and the well-being of children * family support groups * overnight care * supervised access * children 0 to 12 years Also operates the Ontario Early Years Centre All Kids Belong - Promotes the inclusion of children with special needs into licensed child care settings * empowers families and professionals so that all children can successfully participate Children's Groups - Promotes skill development and coping strategies for circumstances children may encounter, such as separation/divorce, family addictions, self-esteem, and social skills Community Outreach - Offers various programs addressing different age groups and issues, including coping with separation, divorce or remarriage and child behavioural problems, self esteem and social skills Crisis Residential/Respite Program - Provides temporary 24 hour care to meet the needs of children during family instability, including emergency and crisis situations Parenting Groups - Group programs for parents and caregivers Short-Term Licensed Child Care Program - Provides care to children whose families are experiencing emergency/crisis, stress, disruptive situations and are in need of transitional care Services and Programs: | |||
| Hours | Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 24 hour care | |||
| Eligibility | Ages: 12 year(s) and under Children birth up to 13 years and their families * especially those who are experiencing stress and need additional support and resources | |||
| Application | Self referral - telephone for appointment | |||
| Contact Information | ||||
| kymloos@merrymount.on.ca | ||||
| Website | www.merrymount.on.ca | |||
| Primary Executive | Ailene Wittstein, Executive Director; Email: awitts@merrymount.on.ca | |||
| Subjects | ||||
| Subjects | Child welfare ; Crisis intervention ; Parenting | |||

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