“Grief is like the ocean; it comes in waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” […]

In Ontario, admission to a psychiatric facility is governed by a piece of legislation called the Mental Health Act. The Mental Health Act outlines the powers and obligations of psychiatric […]

Practicing self-care reduces or eliminates anxiety and depression, improves focus, reduces irritation and aggression, increases happiness, improves energy, and more. So how do you practice self-care? Here are some steps […]

When first entering the mental health and addictions systems, trying to understand the roles of professionals, when they should be contacted and how they can support your loved one, can […]

A Crisis Management Plan (CMP) should be completed by your loved one. They can complete it independently, or if they need support it can be done with a caregiver, therapist […]

“Your personal boundaries protect the inner core of your identity and your right to choices.” ~ Gerard Manely Hopkis  Creating boundaries is an essential part of self care and while it […]

As a caregiver you are likely to experience a range of emotions as you try and navigate through the complicated and frustrating world of mental illness. It may sometimes seem […]

Being a caregiver brings some unique rewards that are hard for others to understand, but what isn’t difficult to comprehend is the toll that caregiving can take on our physical, […]

Listening is one of the simplest and most effective ways that you can provide your loved one with emotional support.  Listening demonstrates to your loved one that you are interested […]

Your Support Services Network (YSSN) is proud to announce a new partnership with Indigenous-led organization Anishnabeg Outreach (AO) to pilot AONest, a self-guided online resource designed to support mental health […]