Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA

04/14/2026

A new support opportunity is available for young people in the Napanee area who are navigating challenges with substance use.

The SMART Recovery Youth Addiction Support Group offers a safe, welcoming, and judgement-free space for individuals aged 16-24 to build skills, connect with peers, and take positive steps forward.

SMART Recovery is built on a practical, evidence-informed 4-point program that helps participants:
- Build and maintain motivation
- Cope with urges
- Manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviours
- Live a more balanced life

The group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at the L&A Interval House Outreach Office (47 Dundas St East, Napanee). Sessions are designed to be supportive, interactive, and focused on real-life strategies that youth can apply immediately.

For more information or to register, contact Pam Gibson at 613-328-6367 or pgibson@amhs-kfla.ca

04/10/2026

Today, the Province of Ontario announced the establishment of a Homelessness and Addictions Recovery Treatment Hub (HART Hub) and the closure of Consumption Treatment Services in Kingston. The City of Kingston acknowledges the announcement and reaffirms our commitment to working with community partners to support residents experiencing addiction or homelessness.

Please read our official statement and the statements from our community partners linked below.

City of Kingston statement: https://bit.ly/4vrQfxC

AMHS-KFLA statement: https://bit.ly/4stvbEd

KCHC statement: https://bit.ly/4mpw7Ii

03/27/2026

We’re still feeling the energy from the Addictions and Mental Health Ontario Conference! Our team came back with valuable insights, new connections, and plenty of ideas to build on.

It’s always a pleasure to be part of conversations that are shaping the future of our sector.

03/11/2026

Thank you to the Queen's University Women's Basketball Team for their fundraising efforts, raising $900 in support of our programs + services!

We are grateful for the various ways our community shows up to support us in delivering high-quality, integrated care to our community. https://amhs-kfla.ca/donate/

03/06/2026

Grateful to our local United Way for organizing the period product drive and to the generous donors and businesses who stepped up to support it.

Your support helps ensure people in our community have access to essential period products with dignity. We’re proud to be a benefitting agency - thank you for making a real difference!

It’s that time again—our annual menstrual hygiene donation drive is back!
Period Promise helps ensure no one in our community has to choose between basic needs and period products. One in five people who menstruate is likely to experience period poverty this year. Period Promise is an easy way to help people experiencing vulnerability live with the dignity that we all deserve.
From March 1–31, you can donate pads and tampons at community drop-off locations across KFL&A.

📍 Find all drop-off locations and learn more at:
👉 www.unitedwaykfla.ca/periodpromise 💗

Every donation makes a difference!

03/02/2026

🥶❄️ This Saturday was Coldest Night of the Year 2026 - and our teams showed up strong!

👏 AMHS-KFLA Kingston raised $1,360 for Lionhearts Inc. Kingston, surpassing their $1,000 goal!

👏 AMHS-KFLA Rural (Napanee) raised $690 in support of The Morningstar Mission

We are so happy to be able to give back to two organizations who support people experiencing hurt, hunger & homelessness in our communities, including some of our clients.

So proud of everyone who walked and fundraised to bring warmth where it’s needed most. 💛

02/26/2026

Our staff teams can't wait to get suited up to support Coldest Night of the Year and local beneficiaries Lionhearts Inc. Kingston and The Morningstar Mission in Napanee - two great causes that provide essential supports in our area. Thank you for all you do for our clients and our community!

Thank you to those new teams helping us meet our team sign up goal for this year's Coldest Night of the Year:

Defence Construction Canada, Addiction & Mental Health Services - KFLA, Queen's University School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Habitat For Humanity Kingston Limestone Region , Victim Services of Kingston and Frontenac, Momentum Built Construction, Kingston Cares, Cold Time Rock & Roll, Motionball Kingston and Friends, and (Toasty) Baguettes!

We'll also be sending a special shoutout to our returning teams and check out the leaderboard soon!

We have a goal of signing up 30 teams - we're at 26. Who will be 27? Visit cnoy.org/kingston and join us on February 28.

02/24/2026

Timely access to mental health, substance use health, and addictions care in communities across Ontario prevents crisis and reduces pressure on emergency departments and hospitals.

Without a stable, supported workforce, that care is delayed.

Building a system of profound support starts with the right investments. Learn more at amho.ca/budget2026

02/20/2026

In 2024/25, almost 846,000 Ontarians sought help from our sector - a 45% increase in just 1 year. The system needs to grow with it.

Our highly skilled, compassionate workforce is already changing lives every day. With predictable funding, competitive compensation, and the right resources, Addictions and Mental Health Ontario members like us can shorten wait times, expand access, and deliver the kind of care that keeps people well – not waiting.

Learn more here: https://amho.ca/budget2026/

02/12/2026

Were you looking to get give back + support your community in 2026? Volunteer with us at the ICH!

Help support compassionate, connected care for those who need it most. Get info + apply here:
https://amhs-kfla.ca/careers-volunteering/volunteer/

01/28/2026

SMART Recovery Group Update: Due to flooding at our meeting location and ongoing repair work, the support group is temporarily paused until further notice.

We will be back soon - and will share an update when we have info. Visit our online calendar for up to date group details + schedules: https://amhs-kfla.ca/news-events/calendar/

01/22/2026