Addiction & Mental Health Services
552 Princess St. K7L 1C7 Kingston, ON, Canada

Our offices will be closed on Monday, October 11th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Critical services, including our 24/7 Crisis Line, remain available: https://amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/

Thank you United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington for highlighting this and for your support of mental health programming in KFLA!

Incredible donation from KAREA, thank you so much for supporting mental health services in our community!

Our offices remain open today, services including our Crisis Line are accessible. We join all Canadians in reflecting, remembering & honouring the lost children, survivors and all impacted by the awful history of residential schools. #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters

We are proud to launch the expansion of My Wellness Passport, YWHO’s measurement-based care platform. 10 sites across Ontario will be implementing this platform... within mental health and wellness services for youth aged 12 to 25 years. The 10 new sites are known as My Wellness Passport sites. These sites were selected following a call for proposals that was shared across various networks in Ontario in June 2021. A huge thank you to our funders, Bell-Graham Boeckh Foundation Partnership (Bell Let's Talk), Balsam Foundation and Medavie, who’ve made this possible. For more information click here: https://youthhubs.ca//announcement-of-new-my-wellness-pas/

*NEW* We're facilitating an #addiction support group for #youth at One Roof, Kingston Youth Services Hub - starting September 28th! SMART Recovery will run Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30pm. Open to youth 16-24 - no need to register. #addictionrecovery #ygk

On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we hope everyone takes a moment to reflect and remember. Some may light a candle for someone lost, for someone saved, or to simply reflect on those who have been impacted, or our own journey. Please reach out to our Crisis Line or Intake team if you need support or are concerned about someone. ... https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-help/intake-referrals/ More info + resources: https://suicideprevention.ca/ #SuicidePrevention

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. We want to acknowledge and remember all the lives impacted by suicide. If you need support, the Canadian Association for ...Suicide Prevention has resources and information available www.suicideprevention.ca and locally Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA is here to support individuals in our area~ See more

It's important on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay (and every day) to know the local resources to help. Contact emergency services for urgent help and our crisis line is available 24/7 to offer support in our community. #ReachOut

Our offices will be closed Monday, September 6th for Labour Day. Our Crisis Line is available 24/7 every day of the year if you need support: https://amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/

Thank you all who attended our event today! Learn more about #internationaloverdoseawarenesday and overdose prevention, post a tribute to someone you’ve lost, and access shareable resources about overdose here: https://www.overdoseday.com #IOAD2021

More details about our event next week to honour and support those impacted by overdose. Access information, naloxone training and more - or just stop by to show your support! We are also partnering with KFL&A Public Health to offer a vaccine clinic on site - no appointment needed.

New virtual peer support group for Frontline Workers:

Happy Holidays! Please note, our office locations and administrative offices will be closed the following days: Friday, December 25th, 2020 Monday, December 28th, 2020... Friday, January 1st, 2021 Services continue over the holidays, and our Crisis Lines are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/happy-holidays-office-hours/

Stay safe, Kingston.

Les bureaux de l’AMHS-KFLA seront fermés les 25, 28 décembre et 1er Janvier. Les lignes de crise restent ouvertes 24h. Joyeuses fêtes! https://fr.amhs-kfla.ca/programmes-et-s/situation-de-crise/

We're hiring! We have open roles on our clinical and administrative teams, including Finance & Systems Manager, Maintenance Worker, Family Support Worker, Registered Nurse + more! Share to spread the word! View all open roles here: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/careers/

Thank you so much to the team at Cunningham Swan Carty Little & Bonham LLP for you generous donation of 30x Tim Hortons gift cards to add to some of our holiday lunches being provided to clients this week in Napanee and Kingston!

So full of gratitude for the folks at Musiikki Café for their recent fundraiser which honoured the memory of a long-time regular, while raising over $1,700 in support of our Crisis and Addiction services and our Client Wellness Fund. Thank you so much to everyone who organized, attended, gave or participated in some way!

If you are seeking addiction support, our Understanding Addiction support group is now available online in a self-guided format. Choose from 8 video modules with accompanying worksheets to explore topics most relevant to you, complete at your own pace, anytime! Worksheets are now available as fillable forms for those without access to a printer.... https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/understanding-addiction-support-g/

We are welcoming applications until December 11th to serve on our #volunteer Board of Directors, and are seeking to recruit a diverse and dynamic group to help shape #mentalhealth and #addiction services across KFLA. Learn more and apply: https://amhs-kfla.ca/board-of-directors/ #ygk #KFLA

Thank you to all veterans who have served our country, those who continue to serve, and their family members. We are thankful for your service and sacrifice. We are also pleased to hear the announcement this week of innovative plans for new housing and supports for veterans right here in our region, read more here: https://www.kingstonist.com//province-city-partner-to-bui/

Learn more and find information on where to find naloxone in our region:

Today, we honour the women and men who have served - and who continue to serve - our country with bravery and courage. We also pay our respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, peace, and democracy. Lest we forget. https://bit.ly/2IrMhCf

We are a proud member of the newly announced Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Ontario Health Team (FLA-OHT)! You can read about the announcement of 13 new health teams across the province here: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-announces-13-new-ontario- Learn more about the local FLA-OHT here: https://www.flaoht.ca/... We are looking forward to working together with partners to build an integrated and connected system of care in our region.

Help us identify key issues that our Community Safety and Well-being Plan needs to address. The City of Kingston's Community Safety and Well-being Advisory Grou...p is inviting you to provide input into our planning process based on your experiences and observations. Your input will help guide our work in identifying the key areas that will be addressed in our plan, what is working well, what needs to be changed and what might be missing. Go to getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/community-safety to provide your input!

Please share! Coat Drive donations accepted October 26 - November 7 at various locations. Show your #locallove. More info at www.unitedwaykfla.ca/coatdrive Ci...ty of Kingston - Municipal Government, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston Frontenac Public Library, Lionhearts Inc., Martha's Table, Kingston Community Health Centres, The Morningstar Mission, See more

AMHS-KFLA offices are closed this Monday for the Thanksgiving holiday, but our Crisis Lines remain accessible 24/7 every day of the year - please reach out if you need support: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/ We are thankful for our staff who are working and providing supports this weekend. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

It's World Mental Health Day! -Close to 1 billion people have a mental disorder -Depression is a leading cause of illness & disability -1 person dies every 40 s...econds from suicide -3 million people die every year due to harmful use of #MoveForMentalHealth: Let's invest!

It's #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. This year the theme is about prioritizing Mental Health, because there is no health without #mentalhealth. #MIAW20 Learn more here: https://camimh.ca

We are now hiring a full time Social Worker for our residential Transitional Rehabilitation Housing Program. Learn more and apply today: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/careers/

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay where we remember those lost and work together to prevent suicide. Reach out if you need support, AMHS-KFLA crisis lines are open 24/7 to support you https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/ You can also learn more about supporting someone with this resource from the World Health Organization (WHO) : https://www.who.int//w/2017/handouts-depression/family/en/

Spots are still available in this free, five-session skills group on managing stress and emotions for youth ages 16-24 - please share widely!

In-person Crisis Services appointments are available Monday-Friday at our 552 Princess St., Kingston location. Reach out to our #ygk Crisis Line 24/7 at 613-544-4229 for support + info on appointment availability. Learn more about Crisis Services here: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/

September is FASD Awareness Month! FASD is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, a lifelong disability impacting the brain and body of people who were exposed to alc...ohol in the womb. People with FASD have both strengths and challenges and need special supports to succeed. Learn more about what #FASDis by taking our online Foundations in FASD course. It is being offered for free to people in our member jurisdictions! https://estore.canfasd.ca/foundations-in-fasd.

Thank you so much Glenhaven Memorial Gardens for your generous support!

Join us for a series of 3 information sessions on Occupational Therapy on the next three Thursdays. Arabic interpretation will be available. Please text or call Rasha at (613) 539-3752 for the Zoom invitation.

Have you accessed our services in the past two years, or supported someone else in doing so? We are seeking clients and family members/loved ones to join our new Client & Family Advisory Council. Share your input on programs and services and help shape mental health services in KFLA! Learn more and apply today: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/volunteering/

Today is #OverdoseAwarenessDay and while we cant participate in the same events this year, we can share some pics from past partner events we participated in to mark the day in #ygk and #SharbotLake. Read the provincial statement on #IOAD2020 here: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-recognizing-international

Free hygiene and stress kits for youth in Napanee today (Wednesday), take a look:

Access self-guided addiction support group modules from home, 24/7 with our Understanding Addiction video series! A variety of topics are covered, including Triggers & Coping, Self-Care and Mindfulness and more. Learn more here: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/understanding-addiction-support-g/

A few updates for those looking for information on our Integrated Care Hub: The number for the drop-in space is 613-329-6417. The Hub will be open 23 hours ...a day, 7 days a week until September 30th (closed from 10am-11am daily for a deep clean and to reset the space). The drop-in space can accommodate approximately 20 people, in order to maintain physical distancing. The rest area can accommodate 23-25 people. Dogs are welcome if theyre kept on leash, and kennels will be available. A limited number of storage bins are available for guests as well as lockers. The storage bins are approximately the size of a small recycling bin. In order to reserve a space in the rest area, individuals must register at 8pm that evening. See more

Join the Client + Family Advisory Council! The all new AMHS-KFLA Client and Family Advisory Council (CFAC) is currently recruiting founding members to help advise agency leadership on matters of policy, program implementation, and more. The CFAC will meet regularly with the goal of providing clients and their family members and other loved ones with a voice at the agency to ensure that we continue to support a client-centered approach to services. ... A number of roles are available, including General Member, Secretary and Chair/Co-Chair. Visit our website to learn more and download the role descriptions and application form: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/volunteering/

Today is #OverdoseAwarenessDay and while we can't participate in the same events this year, we can share some pics from past partner events we participated in to mark the day in #ygk and #SharbotLake. Read the provincial statement on #IOAD2020 here: https://news.ontario.ca//ontario-recognizing-international

Have you accessed our services in the past two years, or supported someone else in doing so? We are seeking clients and family members/loved ones to join our new Client & Family Advisory Council. Share your input on programs and services and help shape mental health services in KFLA! Learn more and apply today: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/volunteering/

Thanks so much Tommy for your support - and have a very Happy Birthday!!

Our crisis lines are staffed 24/7, 365 days a year (even on holidays) by experienced professionals who can provide immediate support, advocacy and referrals to appropriate services as needed. Crisis services are free, confidential and non-judgmental. Learn more here: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/

Our Understanding Addiction support group facilitators have recorded videos all of the different group modules so you can access them from home! Learn about Stages of Change, setting Goals, understanding Triggers and more. Follow along with each module and applicable worksheets anytime, 24/7. The first four sessions are posted with the rest coming soon. Take a look: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/understanding-addiction-support-g/

Have you heard about our innovative partnership in L&A County with Ontario Provincial Police - East Region? The Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) aims to safely support individuals in crisis in our community. Check out the article in this weeks Napanee Beaver to learn more:

HARS Kingston and Kingston Community Health Centres Street Health Centre are pleased to announce the creation of an Integrated Care Hub beginning July 20, 2020.... Funded by the City of Kingston and the United Way, this pilot project aims to serve some of our communitys most vulnerable and most resilient people. This presents the community with a unique opportunity to present an innovative model of low-barrier, wrap-around care that also serves to reduce stigma. For more information, click on the link below. http://hars.ca/integrated-care-hub-project/

New Virtual Support Group: Gender Journeys, a free ten week program exploring gender identity for youth 16+ starting this August in partnership with Kingston Community Health Centres. Learn more about the group and contact Amanda if you are interested in attending a virtual intake session.

Thank you so much for your support in organizing this fundraiser and to all who donated or contributed in some way!

Our offices will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday) for Canada Day. Critical services are still available, including our 24/7 Crisis Line, which is here for you every day of the year: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/ Happy Canada Day!

Please visit this link for a message from AMHS-KFLA Supervisor, Karen Berti to our clients, their families and our community partners: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/a-message-from-karen-berti-superv/ Specific to our care partners in the community, please visit our Partners page for information and resources: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/about-us/partners/

We are so grateful for the support of Healthcare Mask Crusaders Kingston, thank you so much for your delivery of masks to our care team last week, and your ongoing support of so many organizations in the community!

We have confirmed a COVID-19 outbreak at Binhs Nail and Spa Salon in Kingston http://ow.ly/2DQo50AhMai #COVID19KFLA

Stay safe, visit one of the #ygk area cool down locations if you need to get away from the heat:

Care kits available for pick up - Some of the area Youth Serving agencies have come together to put together Care kits for youth in the community. Come on do...wn to the Rideau Heights Community Center on Thursday or Friday between 2-4 pm to pick one up. Please note, this is first come first served, one per youth and anyone between 12-24 is eligible. Share this post to help others who where to get one too. Maltby Centre Kingston Pathways to Education United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA Youth2KFLA Boys and Girls Club of Kingston & Area Girls Inc. Limestone #youth #ygk #hygiene #selfcare #wellness #fun #summer

Today is the last day to support this fundraising event in memory of local musician Sandy Stubbert - please share with your networks to spread the word!

Thanks to United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington for compiling this handy graphic of #addiction resources available during #COVID19. If you need support and would like to access our services, visit our Intake page to complete a self referral or contact our team: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-help/intake-referrals/

Our Crisis Lines are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. If you are in crisis or are concerned about someone else, give us a call. Learn more about Crisis Services here: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/programs-services/crisis/

Thanks to all who have supported this amazing fundraiser in memory of Sandy Stubbert. There is still one week left to donate in support of local mental health and musician support organizations, while receiving a copy of Sandys album:

We have current openings for Clinical Counsellors and more, take a look: https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-involved/careers/

Emergency Food / Meal Programs in Kingston / Frontenac June 1: Partners in Mission Food Bank: 140 Hickson Ave. | Open Regular Hours 8:30 a.m. -12 p.m., 1 4... p.m. Please call 613-384-4534 for appointment. No walk-in service. Marthas Table: 629 Princess St. | Providing take-away hot meals 11 a.m. -1 p.m. 7 Days a Week Lionhearts: KCHC, 263 Weller Ave. | Providing take-home meals every day 5 - 6 p.m. Skeleton Park, 30 Alma St. | Providing take-home meals every day 6 - 7 p.m. Amherstview Community Hall, 177 Upper Park | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, 5-6 p.m. Lunch by George: 129 Wellington St. | Providing hot take-out meals or bagged lunches 11 11:30 a.m. KHealth Student Community Support Program: Offering grocery delivery and check-ins. Call 613-817-7787 or email [email protected] to request assistance. Mutual Aid Katarokwi: Offering check-ins, grocery/pharmacy/foodbank box delivery. Leave message at 613-665-2959 or email [email protected] North Frontenac Food Bank: 14152 Road 38, Sharbot Lake. Call 613-532-8855 for appointment. Salvation Army: 342 Patrick St.| Mon - Fri 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Take-away prepared food baskets provided. Housing assistance to Kingston/Frontenac County, Check-in calls available . Please call 613 548-4411 for appointment. Seniors Food Box: Offering food boxes for seniors featuring produce, non-perishables and staples. Call 613-542-2674 Ext. 1411 for more information or to place an order. St. Marys Cathedral: 260 Brock St. Mon -Fri 1 -4 p.m. Providing take-away light food/snacks St Vincent de Paul: 85 Stephen St. | Providing bag lunches 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m. Mon-Fri | Food Pantry available by appointment South Frontenac Community Services/Sydenham Food Bank: Frozen meals available for delivery daily. Hot meals delivered Tuesday and Thursday. Delivery only to South Frontenac/rural Kingston. 613-376-6477 Help emergency food providers by donating online. Go to CityofKingston.ca/resident/covid-19 for a list of providers and donation links.

PLEASE SHARE: Information on cooling centres available in #ygk today. Stay safe! #heatwave

KFL&A Public Health is urging all those who use drugs not to mix them, to do test amounts, and to never use alone. The Public Consumption and Treatment Service at Kingstons Street Health Centre is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing a safe place for anyone who wants to use drugs to do so under the supervision of people who are trained in how to respond to an overdose. KFL&A Public Health is encouraging all residents to be aware of the signs of an opioid... overdose and pick up a free naloxone kit. Our Addiction Services continue, for information on accessing supports, please call our offices at 613-544-1356 or visit https://www.amhs-kfla.ca/get-help/intake-referrals/

Emergency Food / Meal Programs in Kingston / Frontenac May 19: Partners in Mission Food Bank: 140 Hickson Ave. | Open Regular Hours 8:30 a.m. -12 p.m., 1 4... p.m. Please call 613-384-4534 for appointment. No walk-in service. Marthas Table: 629 Princess St. | Providing take-away hot meals 11 a.m. -1 p.m. 7 Days a Week Lionhearts: KCHC, 263 Weller Ave. | Providing take-home meals every day 5 - 6 p.m. Skeleton Park, 30 Alma St. | Providing take-home meals every day 6 - 7 p.m. Amherstview Community Hall, 177 Upper Park | Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, 5-6 p.m. Lunch by George: 129 Wellington St. | Providing hot take-out meals or bagged lunches 11 11:30 a.m. KHealth Student Community Support Program: Offering grocery delivery and check-ins. Call 613-817-7787 or email [email protected] to request assistance. Mutual Aid Katarokwi: Offering check-ins, grocery/pharmacy/foodbank box delivery. Leave message at 613-665-2959 or email [email protected] North Frontenac Food Bank: 14152 Road 38, Sharbot Lake. Call 613-532-8855 for appointment. Salvation Army: 342 Patrick St.| Mon - Fri 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Take-away prepared food baskets provided. Housing assistance to Kingston/Frontenac County, Check-in calls available . Please call 613 548-4411 for appointment. Seniors Food Box: Offering food boxes for seniors featuring produce, non-perishables and staples. Call 613-542-2674 Ext. 1411 for more information or to place an order. St. Marys Cathedral: 260 Brock St. Mon -Fri 1 -4 p.m. Providing take-away light food/snacks St Vincent de Paul: 85 Stephen St. | Providing bag lunches 10:30 a.m. 12 p.m. Mon-Fri | Food Pantry available by appointment South Frontenac Community Services/Sydenham Food Bank: Frozen meals available for delivery daily. Hot meals delivered Tuesday and Thursday. Delivery only to South Frontenac/rural Kingston. 613-376-6477 Help emergency food providers by donating online. Go to CityofKingston.ca/resident/covid-19 for a list of providers and donation links.

Thank you Tom Savage Music for organizing a fundraising show in memory of Sandy Stubbert, to support AMHS-KFLA + MIKES! #COVID19 forced a shift online to a #GoFundMe but donors can still receive a copy of Sandys album to enjoy while supporting local causes. Take a look and share: https://gofundme.com/f/sandystubbert #ygk

Support with #stress and #anxiety during #COVID19 is available anytime via this new app from CAMH https://www.camh.ca//mental-health-and-cov/mh-covid-19-app

Join us this #InternationalNursesDay in sending a big #THANKYOU to our nurses and all the nurses in our community for all they do!