Chatham-Kent Drug Awareness Council

01/12/2026

Start where you are, use what you have, and do what you can.

Happy Monday! 🌟

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01/11/2026

Huge thanks to the staff and volunteers at R.O.C.K. for being there every day for those who need it most. 👣 Let’s keep showing up for each other this year! 🧡

Thank you to everyone in the Chatham-Kent community who supported R.O.C.K. in 2025. Whether you volunteered, donated, shared our posts on social media, spread the word about R.O.C.K., or supported us from afar, we appreciate you.

The need in C-K continues to grow. We cannot do it alone. It takes a village, and we are so grateful for our community partners and community members who work alongside us.

Our staff, Peers and volunteers made daily, meaningful connections with people experiencing houselessness and/or facing substance use challenges in 2025. Through this work, food, personal hygiene items, harm reduction supplies, and connections to other community supports were provided. Our drop-in centres offered a warm (or cool) place for people to gather, do laundry, shower, eat, and access healthcare and housing information through the Pathway2Care program.

As we move into 2026, R.O.C.K. remains committed to showing up every day and continuing this work across Chatham-Kent.

01/11/2026

👣 Join Mark at the Health Plex, Wednesdays (this month) at 10:15 AM. Clean indoor shoes required.

In the mood to get your steps in today? Join Mark as he heads to the Health Plex to get his heart pumping on the indoor walking track today (and every Wednesday this month) at 10:15!

Please note, a change of indoor walking shoes is mandatory to participate 👟

01/10/2026

Sending a huge shout-out to our neighbors in Sarnia-Lambton! We are so excited to see the HART Hub (Housing and Addiction Recovery Treatment) officially launched and supporting the community.

As a community in Chatham-Kent, we know how important it is to have a solid "continuum of care." This hub is filling the "missing link" by providing a long-term runway for people to get back on their feet.

Here’s the great news for our Sarnia friends:

📍 The Front Door (210 Lochiel St): The Resource Centre is open! It’s a one-stop shop for healthcare, mental health support, and basic needs.

🏠 A Place to Heal & Rebuild (275 Wellington St): The former SCITS building has been transformed into the perfect "long runway" for recovery. This hub is designed specifically for those transitioning forward after completing their stay at Ryan’s House, offering 30 transitional beds where people can stay for up to 18 months in a stable, substance-free environment. It’s all about giving our neighbors the time and support they need to truly rebuild their lives. ✨

Recovery doesn't happen overnight, and having this kind of long-term support right next door is a win for the whole region. 🤝

Way to go, Sarnia-Lambton! Let’s keep building a stronger, healthier community together. 🧡

Check out Sarnia Lambton HART Hub Announcement
https://lambtonkent.cmha.ca/sarnia-lambton-hart-hub-announcement/

For more details please contact:
Bluewater Health Withdrawal Management Services
89 Norman St Sarnia, ON, N7T 6S3
☎️519-464-4487
☎️Toll Free > 1-844-778-4673

01/09/2026

To the brave men and women of the Chatham-Kent Police Service: Thank you for your unwavering dedication and for keeping our community safe every single day. 💙

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day🚓👮

Today, the Chatham Kent Police Service proudly recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

We are grateful to our sworn officers and civilian members for their dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to our community. Your work on the front lines and behind the scenes helps keep Chatham-Kent safe every day.💙

01/09/2026

Walpole Island Peer Support Monthly Calendar

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Here is the calendar of Peer Support Groups on Walpole Island First Nation for the remainder of January.

Please feel free to share this information with others who may find it helpful.

01/09/2026

🏈 Super Bowl Sunday at Westover Treatment Centre!

Looking for a great way to watch the big game in a supportive environment? The CKDAC is proud to promote Westover Treatment Centre’s Annual Super Bowl Party and Chili Cookoff!

Whether you’re there for the football, the halftime show, or the legendary chili, it’s going to be a night of fantastic food and even better fellowship.

🗓 When: Sunday, February 8th

🕒 Doors Open: 4:30 PM

📍 Where: Westover Treatment Centre

Come hungry and ready to cheer! Let’s celebrate community and recovery together.

🏈 Join us for our Annual Super Bowl Party and Chili Cookoff on February 8th here at Westover Treatment Centre. Doors open at 4:30pm. Join us for the game and some good food and fellowship! 🏈

12/24/2025

The Chatham-Kent Drug Awareness Council in
understanding that while we wish everyone the happiest holiday season, that it is also a difficult time for many in our community. With this in mind, we wanted to create a newsletter that highlights the service hours of our community organizations during the holiday season while also noting crisis lines and supports available to ensure anyone in need will be able to receive support when they need it.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday season!

www.ckdac.net

Chatham-Kent Health Alliance
Mental Health and Addictions Programming

R.A.A.M. (Rapid Access to Addiction Medicine)
Closed for the holidays on the following days:
Thursday Dec 25 - Christmas Day
Friday Dec 26 - Boxing Day
Thursday Jan 1 - New Year’s Day
Located at 80 Grand Ave W - Zone F - Level 1 - Addiction Services - Chatham
Phone number to complete a screener or for more information - 519 - 352 - 6400 XT 6740
Hours of Operation; 12 to 4 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday (no doctor) and Friday

Withdrawal Management Services (WMS)
Withdrawal Management remains open 24/7 during the holiday season.
Located at 80 Grand Ave W - Zone F - Level 1 - Addiction Services - Chatham
Phone number to complete a screener or for more information - 519 - 352 - 6400 XT 6740

Mental Health And Addictions Program (MHAP)
Closed for the holidays on he following days:
Thursday, Dec 25 - Christmas Day
Friday Dec 26 - Boxing Day
Thursday Jan 1 - New Year’s Day
Located at 240 Grand Ave W.
- Unit 204, Chatham
Updated phone number is 519-436-2562

Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton-Kent (CMHA), Closed for the holidays on the following days:
Thursday Dec 25 - Christmas Day
Friday Dec 26 - Boxing Day
Thursday Jan 1 - New Year’s Eve Day
(closes early on Dec 24 and Dec 31

Crisis Line Available 24/7 for support: 1-866 -299 - 7447 (Always Available)
240 Grand Ave W - Suite 100, Chatham - 519- 436 - 6100

Family Services Kent:
Will be closed for the holidays from Dec 24, 2025 at 12 pm until to Jan 5, 2026.

Youth Wellness Hubs of Ontario (YWHO)
Closed for the holidays on the following days:
Thursday Dec 25 - Christmas Day
Friday Dec 26 - Boxing Day
Thursday Jan 1 - New Year’s Day

Closes at 4 pm on Wednesday Dec 24 and Wednesday Dec 31 at 4 pm.
140 Kings Str W, Chatham - 519 - 437 - 6329

Regular hours - Monday, Thursday and Friday 830 to 5 pm; Tuesdays and Wednesdays 830 to 7 pm.

House of Sophrosyne:
All programming closed for the holidays from Dec 23, 2025 until Jan 2, 2026.

Reach Out Chatham - Kent (R.O.C.K.)
Chatham Drop - In (39 Richmond Street)
Dec 22: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 23: Closed for outreach
Dec 24: 1 to 4 pm (Christmas Eve)
Dec 25: closed (Christmas)
Dec 26: 1 to 4 pm (Boxing Day
Dec 29: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 30 closed for outreach
Dec 31: 1 to 4 pm (New Year’s Eve)
Jan 1: Closed for New Year’s Day
Jan 2: 1 to 5 pm

Wallaceburg Drop-In (233 Nelson Street)
Dec 21: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 22: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 23: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 24: closed for outreach (Christmas Eve)
Dec 25: closed (Christmas)
Dec 26: 1 to 5 pm (Boxing Day)
Dec 27: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 28: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 29: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 30: 1 to 5 pm
Dec 31: closed for outreach (New Year’s Eve)
Jan 1: closed for New Year’s Day
Jan 2: 1 to 5 pm
Jan 3: 1 to 5 pm

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12/17/2025

URGENT NEED: Cell Phones. If you’ve got an old cell phone tucked away in a drawer, consider donating it to the Chatham-Kent Women’s Centre.

Your gently used phone can help women in crisis stay connected and safe. Before donating, please make sure your phone has been fully reset to remove all personal information.

Questions? Email Kristine at kristineho@ckwc.org. Every phone can make a difference. 💜

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