Edenwood Guidance
September 30 is Truth and Reconciliation Day
We would like to acknowledge that the land on which we gather is part of the Treaty Lands and the Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
We are grateful to have the opportunity to live, work, and play on this land, and by doing so, give our respects to it's first inhabitants.
Welcome to Ms. Jackson's Virtual Office!
To contact me or to make a Guidance appointment, email p0076584@pdsb.net
Check out the new 211 Ontario service to find community supports in a variety of areas, including food, health, housing, winter clothing, counselling, and support for youth with disabilities, LGBTQ+, Indigenous, Black and newcomer youth. 211 is free, confidential, and available 24/7 through phone, text, online chat, or email. They offer services in many languages.
Crisis Support
If you are struggling with your mental health and need help, please reach out! There are many places that can help you. Click on the images to visit websites for any of these organizations:
Kids Help Phone offers anonymous advice by phone or text. They are open 24/7.
Call 1-800-668-6868, or text CONNECT to 686868
The Everymind Crisis Line will connect you to a Mental Health Worker. If necessary, a crisis worker can come to your home.
Call 905-278-9036
Tangerine is offering phone consultations with counsellors Monday-Friday.
Visit their website to request an appointment.
Youthline offers non-judgmental peer support for LGBTQ+ youth by phone, text and chat.
Call or text 647-694-4275
Naseeha Mental Health answers calls 7 days a week from Muslim and non-Muslim individuals. They provide a safe zone for youth to get the help they need.
Call 1-866-627-3342
Explore Brown Girl Therapy on Instagram for inspiration and affirmation.
Insta: @browngirltherapy
This helpline is a first point of contact to access culturally relevant professional services for youth and families.
Call 1-833-294-8650
The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate, 24/7 mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Call 1-855-242-3310