Ontario Shores Foundation for Mental Health
700 Gordon Street L1N 5S9 Whitby, ON, Canada

What a way to start a Monday! Thanks to the @thebeerstoreon locations across #Ontario for this amazing initiative and for supporting #mentalhealth and #recovery @ontarioshores Reposted from @thebeerstoreon From January 25th to January 31st, The Beer Store will be raising funds for Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences throughout our stores across Ontario. When visiting our stores, donations can be made through empty containers, coin boxes, or as an amount added on to your purchase. To learn more about Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, please visit: @ontshoresfdn

And the numbers are in! Because of our incredible supporters and sponsors $66,100 was raised for #mentalhealth and #recovery @ontarioshores through our Mental Health Conversation Luncheon So grateful to @therealkevinfrankish for being not only our keynote speaker, but a true #mentalhealthadvocate Also a big thank you to all the organizations who donated items to our silent auction and to all those who bid, what a great success ... #thursdayvibes #mentalhealthsupporter #community #mentalheathmatters #mentlhealthadvocate #mindfulness #donorlove #sponsorlove #couldntdoitwithoutyou #grateful #protectingminds #untilwemeetagain

Our #feelgoodfriday post is dedicated to Rotary Whitby Sunrise for gifting the inpatients @ontarioshores with hand made scarves and hats for their holiday gift bags! Thank you so much for your support and for providing these gifts of warmth for patients in need #ourcommunityrocks #community #warmandcozy #grateful #thankyouforyoursupport #supportlocal #localsupportinglocal #mentalhealthsupporter #recovery #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealthmatters #fridayfeeling #fridayvibes

To everyone celebrating Hanukkah, we wish you a warm and wonderful holiday filled with joy and happiness #happyhanukkah #hanukkah #hanukkah2020 #chagsameach

Our #waystogivewednesdays post is going out to the Caremongers Whitby who donated 60 food gift cards and 50 @mcdonaldscanada in Whitby meal vouchers for the outpatients in need @ontarioshores So grateful for this #community support #mentalhealthsupporter #recovery #ourcommunityrocks #supportlocal #lovethisday #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #inthistogether #fooddrive #mcdonalds #mentalhealthawareness

We are so grateful to @nadoapparel for donating 15% of their sales to our Foundation! As a thank you to all the dedicated people who are staying home, keeping safe and shopping locally, Nado Apparel is offering 50% off + free shipping with purchases over $100! Visit NadoApparel.ca and use online code THANKYOU Nado Apparel is a proud Canadian owned and operated company located in Bowmanville with over 25 years in the apparel business. They are dedicated to introducing exciti...ng and innovative designs to retailers and customers. Be sure to explore their beautiful clothing this holiday season, and thank you to Nado for your support of #mentalhealth and #recovery @OntarioShores #supportlocal #shoplocal #mentalhealthsupporter #mentalhealthisimportant #mentlhealthmatters #community #inthistogether #ourcommunityrocks #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalwellness #holidayseason #holidaygiving

This year, especially due to #COVID19 , leisure and physical activities for patients @ontarioshores have been reduced or cancelled. These activities are crucial to one's overall #mentalhealth. Our Holiday Gift shop is now open and features various collections, including Gifts of Entertainment. These gifts will provide patients with some fun, relaxation, mindful and creative ways to explore the world, and will enable them to stay connected to those they love.... Explore the collections by visiting link in bio, or OntarioShores.ca/GiftGuide #mentalhealthsupporter #recovery #holidayseason #holidaygiving #mindfulness #protectingminds #mentalhealthisimportant #mentlhealthmatters #mentalhealthcommunity #supportlocal #entertainment #giftsthatgiveback #giftsthatkeepongiving #grateful #thankyouforyoursupport

A big #thankyouthursday to the @thebeerstoreon and our community for supporting our spring and fall Beer Store Bottle drives! Together these campaigns raised $35,000 in support of the health care workers @ontarioshores and the highest priority needs for our patients and programs The Beer Store is a long-standing supporter of our foundation and #mentalhealth, and this year, we had a record number of locations select Ontario Shores as their cause in which to raise funds ... So grateful to the Beer Store staff and those who donated their bottles #mentalhealthsupporter #recovery #COVID19 #community #pandemic #mentalhealthcommunity #couldntdoitwithoutyou #ourcommunityrocks #mentalhealthmatters #supportlocal #protectingminds #frontlineworkers #healthcareworkers #healthcareheroes

Our #tuesdaythoughts are with Pam Porter as we celebrated her official first day of retirement today! Pam was the Manager, Corporate Executive Assistant to our hospital CEO, Karim Mamdani and was with @ontarioshores for 14 years. We wish you all the best Pam and hope you have a wonderful retirement

Join us on September 9 at 8:00pm as we sit down with our Mental Health First Aid Coordinator, Christina Fuda and our panel of amazing women! #runforwomen #mentalhealthawareness

Our second annual Holiday Gift Guide shop is now open! The Holiday Gift Guide was created based on the unique needs of the patients @ontarioshores (thank you to staff for your input ) With a selection of gifts in many denominations, finding the perfect way to support mental health at Ontario Shores is easy! Choose from gifts of warmth, gifts of self-care, gifts of entertainment, gifts of food, or simply make a donation. ... All gifts will support the mental well-being of the patients at our hospital and have a profound impact on their lives Shop today >> OntarioShores.ca/GiftGuide #mentalhealthsupporter #supportlocal #grateful #thankyouforyoursupport #mentalhealthmatters #recovery #selfcare #holidayshopping #holidayseason #tistheseason #seasonofgiving #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealthadvocate #community #couldntdoitwithoutyou

Our #feelgoodfriday post is going out to our amazing staff payroll donors! We know things have been challenging for many of you, and we are so grateful for your continued support over this past year Staff donor poinsettias are here! We always look forward to distributing these little lovelies to each of our staff donors, but because of health and safety reasons, we ask that staff donors please come to the Foundation to collect your gift.... We are located in building 5, room 2028, beside the chapel. #ourstaffisthebest #ourstaffrocks #mentalhealthsupporter #grateful #thankyouforyoursupport #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealthadvocate

"I'm advocating for Ontario Shores because they changed my life. They pushed me to see potential. I have a voice and want to use it to give back to the organization that had such a positive impact on my life." Our #wednesdaymotivation today is because of Robin Robin struggled with anxiety, depression and self harm since she was a young girl into adulthood. She is courageously sharing her story as part of our #protectingminds campaign in partnership with @ontarioshores . Tha...nk you Robin for your passion, advocacy, and for helping us fight the mental health #pandemic ProtectingMinds.ca/robins-story.html #anxiety #depression #recovery #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate #youarenotalone #inthistogether #inspiration #strength #courage

Last year you doubled your impact and this year you will... TRIPLE your impact for #menralhealth and #recovery @ontarioshores A perfect #feelgoodfriday post for announcing that on @givingtuesdayca (December 1) the physicians @ontarioshores and an anonymous donor will be matching all donations received 2:1 up to $10,000! What is #givingtuesday you ask? It is a global movement for giving and volunteering that takes place every year after #blackfriday. It is the opening of ...the giving season! Stay tuned for more details on how you can support us on our #givingtuesday quest to DO GOOD STUFF #gnomesofinstagram #mentalhealthsupporter #mentalhealthcommunity #supportlocal #community #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #protectingminds #giving #tripleyourimpact #grateful

5 days left to register! Looking to do a good long run or walk this weekend for a good cause? Join the @towaterfront42k virtual charity challenge in support of @ontarioshores The weather is supposed to be sunny and crisp, the perfect weather to get outside and get moving for #mentalhealth Use this link to register https://raceroster.com/27138?aff=6GXFB and we receive $5 from every registration at no cost to you! ... You also have until November 21 to complete your distance! #grateful #stwm #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupporter #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #yougotthis #inthistogether #running #walking #5km #10km #halfmarathon #marathon

"I work hard at being well. I want to continue to share my story to help Ontario Shores raise awareness, put an end to the stigma and allow people struggling with mental illness to know their illness does not define them and, like me, they too can live a life full of meaning." Our #thursdaythoughts are with Kirstie today for selflessly sharing her story for our #protectingminds campaign with @ontarioshores Kirstie began to struggle with her #mentalhealth from a young age, ...suffering from anxiety and depression. She was eventually diagnosed with #bipolardisoder Type II. Once diagnosed, the treatment she received allowed her to find meaning in life again. Thank you Kirstie for your support, your dedication to mental health awareness, and for being on the frontlines throughout the #COVID19 crisis To read Kirstie's story >> ProtectingMinds.ca/Kirsties-Story.html #nurse #registerednurse #heroes #mentalhealthsupporter #mentalhealthcommunity #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #recovery #anxiety #depression #youarenotalone #inthistogether

Are you feelin’ what we’re feelin’?? Have you been looking forward to Friday?? We hope you have a chance to do something today that makes you feel like it’s a #fantasticfriday! #mentalhealthtips #feelgood #fridayfun

Another #feelgoodthursday post! Thank you @shanstu for not only bringing in these sweet @crave.doughnuts treats today but for also bringing in a wide variety of our coffee needs this week We declare today #nationalbossday ! Oh wait, that was last Friday Well we celebrate you every day ... #ourbossrocks #grateful #weekendvibes #rainraingoaway REPOST I declare today ‘take your @crave.doughnuts to work’ day at @ontshoresfdn That can be a thing, right?? #doughnuts #feedtheteam #sugarrush #rainyday #pickmeup #sharingiscaring Reposted from @shanstu

Today we remember and recognize the men and women who served, and who continue to serve, for our freedoms. #lestweforget2020 #CanadaRemembers #remembranceday #heroes

We just had to share this as it made our team smile this dreary morning as we were screened by the fabulous screening team @ontarioshores #thursdayvibes going out to Josh the night screener who creates these fun whiteboard masterpieces every week A big thanks to everyone on the #COVID19 screening team for your dedication and for being so friendly and kind (they recently helped us out with a little project for our staff appreciation "lunch" )... #ourstaffisthebest #pandemic #mentalhealthawareness #community #inthistogether #creativitymatters #grateful

Our #tuesdaythanks is going out to @graziellafinejewellery for donating a @tissot_official Everytime Watch, and Bella 'Inspire' 10kt White Gold earrings and necklace All in support of our staff flu campaign where @ontarioshores is striving for 100% immunity this flu season! We want to keep everyone safe from #influenza while also supporting our health care system in its battle with #covid_19

Happy Friday everyone The giving season is starting to ramp up for our foundation and many charities around the world. Find your passion and support that passion in any way that you can For the patients and programs @ontarioshores we have many ways to give happening now!... @thebeerstoreon Bottle Drive - donate your empties until October 25 at 32 locations across Durham and beyond! @towaterfront42k Charity Challenge until October 31 >> bit.ly/3k9elmb Warm Gifts - work with your team, family or friends to purchase NEW items or fundraise and then donate online and we will purchase for you! >> OntarioShores.ca/WarmGifts To explore our #protectingminds campaign and the amazing and courageous stories from those living with #mentalillness >> ProtectingMinds.ca Have a wonderful and restful weekend #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupporter #mentalhealthisimportant #recovery #community #inthistogether #supportlocal #grateful #thankyou #ourcommunityrocks #mentalhealthadvocate

Many patients arrive @ontarioshores with nothing more than the clothes they are wearing which is why our annual warm clothes drive is now in full swing. Work with your team, office, family or friends to purchase NEW items or fundraise and donate online >> OntarioShores.ca/WarmGifts... We are looking for the following items; winter coats, pajamas/jogging pants, running shoes/boots, hats, gloves, scarves winter socks, slippers. New items only please, size large or bigger, male/female. For information on donating actual items please visit >> OntarioShores.ca/FoundationEvents #mentalhealthsupporter #warmandcozy #warmclothesforwinter #mentalhealthcommunity #recovery #protectingminds #grateful #supportlocal #community

Wishing you all a very happy and healthy #ThanksGiving day

Every year on October 10, @who recognizes #WorldMentalHealthDay. This year's message brings awareness to the drastic change that has come to our daily lives because of the #covid-19 pandemic. Due to the pandemic, half of Canadians report a worsening of their #mentalhealth with one in ten saying it has worsened "a lot" and in April, experts began forecasting an "echo pandemic" of mental health issues for Canadians. If you or someone you know is in need of more information, re...sources or guidance, please visit OntarioShores.ca/WorldMentalHealthDay To learn more about Ontario Shores and to read our stories, please visit ProtectingMinds.ca We hope you all take some time on this long weekend to relax, rest and recharge #youarenotalone #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #inthistogether #pandemic #recovery #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthforall #community #protectingminds

Day 5 of #mentalillnessawarenessweek and we're bringing awareness to #mentalexhaustion or what is commonly referred to as "burnout". Mental exhaustion can happen to anyone who experiences long-term stress, and can lead to illnesses such as #anxiety and #depression as well as physical illnesses. The signs of mental exhaustion are many and include emotional, physical and behavioural such as:... - detachment, anxiety, anger, feelings of dread, headaches, change in appetite, chronic fatigue, poor work performance, social withdrawal So be sure to check in with yourself every once in a while. Be kind to yourself, take a break, listen to your body. #mentalhealth #selflove #stress #recovery #inthistogether #youarenotalone #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #takecareofyou #wellbeing #wellness

Day four of #mentalillnessawarenessweek and today we bring awareness to creating meaningful futures for those living with mental health issues Regardless of a mental illness or not, those who work tend to enjoy happier and healthier lives. Working can provide meaning, structure, independence and confidence. Thank you @abilitiescentre for partnering with our hospital to help create those meaningful futures for patients ... #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #recovery #community #inthistogether #youarenotalone #mentalhealthmatters Reposted from @abilitiescentre Abilities Centre is excited to partner with @ontarioshores to launch EmployAbilities, a 6-week pre-employment program for registered clients of Vocational Services at Ontario Shores. The program supports individuals with mental health diagnoses to achieve success in their chosen job and/or career path. Thank you to the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund and Durham Community Foundation for their generous funding of this program.

We had a visit today from @canhowie and @ctyrovolas from @100menofwhitby who presented us with a cheque for $6,200! Members of @100menofwhitby get together four times per year, and each give $100, every time for a charity of choice, voted by members. We were so honoured to be the charity selected in September! ... Thank you to this amazing community organization for supporting #mentalhealth and #recovery @ontarioshores #community #grateful #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthsupporter #mentslhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #inthistogether #100men

Day three of #mentalillnessawarenessweek and today we bring awareness to #schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness, that affects 300,000 Canadians. It most often appears in men in their late teens/early twenties. Finding the causes for this mental illness is difficult as it is unique for each person. SOURCE: Schizophrenia.ca (also a great source for more information and supports).... There are many misconceptions about Schizophrenia. Two major ones include: - Schizophrenia only involves delusions and hallucinations - Although often a symptom, individuals living with Schizophrenia may also experience blunted emotions, low motivation, disorganized speech, a lack in desire to form social relationships. - Schizophrenia makes people dangerous - This myth contributes heavily to the stigma surrounding this illness. The vast majority of people living with Schizophrenia are nonviolent. SOURCE: psychologytoday.com #mentalhealthisimportant #psychosis #schizophreniaawareness #recovery #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #youarenotalone