Children birth up to 13 years and their families * especially those who are experiencing stress and need additional support and resources
Fees
Set fees for some programs * subsidy available for eligible families
Executives
Michelle Franklin - Executive Director
Languages
English ; French
Language Note
French reception, service and translation of materials provided
Area(s) Served
London, Middlesex, Elgin and Oxford
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services:
Support, transition and crisis care for children and families designed to strengthen and support family life and the well-being of children * family support groups * supervised access
All Kids Belong
Supports to help childcare programs include children with special needs * staff work directly with childcare centre to support child's inclusion
Child Mental Wellness Program
CMWP includes two components, Sunrise and Skyscrapers * designed to be responsive to the individual needs of each child and family * Interactive, inclusive and age-appropriate individual and group programming will support participants in building capacity and skills in the areas of resilience, coping strategies, mindfulness, emotion regulation, conflict resolution, social/life skills and more *24/7 crisis support also available to assist children and families who are experiencing mental health challenges and/or crisis.
Children's Groups
Mental health and wellness groups for children to develop self-esteem, social emotional learning, and resiliency
Parenting Groups
Groups for parents of children 12 years and younger * focus on developing positive parent-child relationship and fostering child's development
Merrymount is a caring organization committed to providing around the clock support and crisis care for children and families. We deliver responsive and innovative programs to strengthen children and their families in times of transition.