Crossroads Children's Mental Health Centre

11/27/2025

🎄✨ One Month Until Christmas ✨🎄

While many are looking to the holidays with excitement, far too many are looking with concern and worry. This year, requests for help are at historic highs, and we need your support more than ever. ❤️

Contact referrals@caringandsharing.ca today to learn how you can get involved by making a donation; sponsoring a hamper; or volunteering at our upcoming Running On Empties event.

Together, we can bring hope and joy to families who need it most. Join our Christmas Exchange Program today and help make this season brighter for everyone.

11/26/2025

We’re proud to partner with local shelters through the Growing Up Safe initiative, a collaborative effort to support children and families impacted by gender-based violence.

By working together across sectors, we can provide trauma-informed care, strengthen family resilience, and help children build safe and healthy futures.
Stay tuned - the website will be launching soon!

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11/25/2025

No one should ever have to feel unsafe to be themselves.
Yet too many young women and girls experience or witness violence, at home, at school or in their communities. It can leave you feeling scared, unsure or like it’s your fault. It’s not.

You deserve to feel safe, supported and heard. Talking about what’s happening can be the first step toward healing and finding help.

If you or someone you know is experiencing or witnessing violence, can connect you with a therapist who will listen and help you find support. Visit www.onestoptalk.ca or call 1-855-416-8255(TALK) today.

11/21/2025

Fall is full of little things that can boost your mood, the smell of leaves, warm drinks and time with people who make you laugh. Try one or two of these simple activities to slow down and feel grounded this season.

🍂 If you’ve been feeling off and can’t shake it, that’s okay. Visit www.onestoptalk.ca or call 1-855-416-8255 to connect with a registered therapist today.

11/20/2025

Every child has the right to be safe, healthy, and heard. Today, we celebrate children’s voices and remind families that mental health is an essential part of every child’s wellbeing.

At Crossroads, we’re committed to walking alongside children and their families helping them thrive through compassionate mental health support.

Learn more about our services: www.crossroadschildren.ca

Access a FREE single session to support your child’s mental health: https://crossroadschildren.ca/get-help-now

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11/20/2025

Today we honour and remember the transgender and gender-diverse people who lost their lives to violence and hate.

Everyone deserves to be safe and supported in who they are. If you’re struggling with identity, acceptance, or safety, there’s a place to talk without judgment.

🏳️‍⚧️ You’re not alone. Visit www.onestoptalk.ca or call 1-855-416-8255 to connect with a therapist today.

11/20/2025

يوم الطفل الوطني
لكل طفل الحق في أن يكون آمناً وصحياً ومسموعاً. اليوم، نحتفل بأصوات الأطفال ونذكر العائلات بأن الصحة النفسية جزء أساسي من رفاهية كل طفل.
في كروس رودز، نحن ملتزمون بالسير جنبًا إلى جنب مع الأطفال وعائلاتهم لمساعدتهم على الازدهار من خلال دعم الصحة النفسية برأفة.
تعرف على المزيد حول خدماتنا: www.crossroadschildren.ca
احصل على جلسة مجانية لدعم الصحة النفسية لطفلك: https://crossroadschildren.ca/book-a-single-session

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11/19/2025

UPCOMING TEST OF THE ALERT READY SYSTEM 🚨

On Wednesday, November 19, at 12:55 pm, a test of Alert Ready will sound in Ontario.

The test message will simulate an emergency alert, beginning with an alert tone. The message will indicate that it is a test and does not require action from the public.

You can check your cell phone’s compatibility here: https://alertready.ca/wireless/

Those living with intimate partner violence may have an emergency cell phone hidden. During the Alert Ready test, these phones will go off, potentially putting lives at risk. Be sure to power these off to avoid discovery.

Please share to keep others safe. 🚨

11/19/2025

🚨 Calling all Community Agencies! If your organization supports individuals or families in need, ACT NOW – The deadline to register for assistance is Friday, November 21, 2025!

📩 To get started, email us at: referrals@caringandsharing.ca. Together, we can ensure no one is left out of the warmth and generosity this season brings.💫

11/19/2025

🎄 Need Help This Holiday Season? 🎁

The Christmas Exchange Program is here to support Ottawa individuals and families in need during the holiday season. If you're in need of additional support this year, we encourage you to register.

To find out where you can register, please call (Community Navigation of Eastern Ontario) by dialing 2-1-1. A Community Navigator will search for an agency or program that suits your needs. Community Navigation of Eastern Ontario is available Monday to Sunday 24 hours and information is available in over 200 languages.

📅 Don't Wait - The Deadline to register for assistance is Friday, November 21, 2025! The Christmas Exchange works on a first come, first served basis.

11/18/2025

11/12/2025

Our Crossroads clinical team took some time to step away from the office and enjoy a nature walk together; reconnecting, recharging, and supporting our own mental health.
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