Merrymount Family Support and Crisis Centre

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Record #: LON3747 Last Modified: 10 May 2013 Last Full Update: 19 Dec 2012
Address & Phone(s)
Address1064 Colborne St
London, ON N6A 4B3
AccessibilityFully Accessible
IntersectionColborne St and Huron St
Office Phone519-434-6848
Fax519-434-6851
Description & Services
DescriptionProvides 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:
  • Elgin Supervised Access Program
  • London and Middlesex Supervised Access Program
  • Oxford Supervised Access Program
  • HoursAdministration: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
    24 hour care
    EligibilityAges: 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
    ApplicationSelf referral - telephone for appointment
    Contact Information
    E-Mailkymloos@merrymount.on.ca
    Websitewww.merrymount.on.ca
    Primary ExecutiveAilene Wittstein, Executive Director; Email: awitts@merrymount.on.ca
    Subjects
    SubjectsChild welfare ; Crisis intervention ; Parenting

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