An innovative model of mental health care has had a considerable impact on 91大黄鸭.

In six months the Canadian Mental Health Association 91大黄鸭 has already welcomed 900 youth aged 12-24 and their families.

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鈥淔oundry 91大黄鸭 is transforming the way youth and their families are getting help in our community,鈥� Shelagh Turner, CMHA 91大黄鸭 executive director said. 鈥淣ow, youth don鈥檛 have to ask where to go get help, they just need to walk through the doors and we can provide the counselling and services they need.鈥�

The new generation of 91大黄鸭 has become repeat patients, returning at least three times to access the different services offered at Foundry 91大黄鸭. Their services aid youth in all aspects addressing mental health, primary care, substance use, counselling and social services.

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鈥淧ulling together 25 agencies in one place has been a tremendous task. But we see everyday that there is a need in our community, and Foundry 91大黄鸭 is there to help,鈥� Turner said.

Community organizations are also utilizing the space after hours and on weekends, offering a meeting space for youth to meet and provide other activities such as yoga.

The centre is open Monday to Friday, mornings are reserved for appointments. Walk-in counselling is available between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.

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