Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

05/08/2025

📣John Chen, our new President and CEO, shares his commitment to our community while reflecting on our 100-year history in his introductory message.

👉Read it now: https://www.ontarioshores.ca/message-john-chen-president-and-ceo

01/08/2025

📋 We are counting down our 10 tips for improving your mental health!

We asked our staff to share their simple strategies to help support emotional balance in everyday life.

Noelle Stocking, Vocational Instructor, shares that immersing herself in the outdoors and in the elements takes her out of her mind and into what’s going on around her. 🏕️

👉 Learn more about getting outside (or see the other 10 tips): https://www.ontarioshores.ca/10-tips-improving-your-mental-health.

31/07/2025

☀️🎅The Geriatric Program beat the summer heat with Christmas in July!

Santa and Mrs. Claus couldn’t resist stopping in for a visit and some delicious holiday themed treats. 🎄

👏 A big thank you to our recreation therapists and staff in our geriatric program for making this event possible!

30/07/2025

💼Looking for employment support? Ontario Shores can help!

As an Employment Ontario provider, we offer assistance to those looking for meaningful employment within Durham Region. 👔

💻Learn more and self-refer to our Vocational Rehabilitation Services: https://www.ontarioshores.ca/services/vocational-rehabilitation-services

28/07/2025

☀️🏖️21st Annual Patient Summer Celebration 🏖️☀️

Patients enjoyed a special BBQ lunch with fun, games, and prizes, at our under the sea themed event!🐙

A big thank you to all of the organizers and participants. 🙌

25/07/2025

📋 We are counting down our 10 tips for improving your mental health!

We asked our staff to share their simple strategies to help support emotional balance in everyday life.

Noelle Stocking, Vocational Instructor, shares that meaningful activities or tasks help to bring us both joy and a sense of productivity and contribution. 🌱

👉 Learn more about incorporating purpose into your routine (or see the other 10 tips): https://www.ontarioshores.ca/10-tips-improving-your-mental-health.

24/07/2025

Kevin meets with Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, the author of "Prevention Over Prescription," a book that challenges readers to rethink their approach to mental health.

🎧Give me the simpler life! S2, E12, now available : https://www.ontarioshores.ca/mental-health-podcast-kevin-frankish

23/07/2025

🍵🧘‍♀️Tomorrow is International Self-Care Day!

At Ontario Shores, wellness is a priority, starting with our Smudge and Wellness Room—a tranquil space where staff can relax and recharge. 💙

This space is thoughtfully designed to promote self-care, featuring calming colours, inspirational quotes, and affirmations. Staff can unwind with meditation cushions, yoga mats, and wellness materials—their way, their pace.

The room also provides a dedicated space for Indigenous smudging, offering a meaningful way to cleanse, reflect, and center oneself. 🌿

22/07/2025

🧠 World Brain Health Day!

Did you know that over 80% of people with schizophrenia face cognitive challenges that impact daily life? Ontario Shores' Dr. Chekkera Shammi leads the Happy Neuron Program at Ontario Shores, helping patients strengthen their cognitive function and improve their quality of life.

🔗 Learn more about how Dr. Shammi is championing brain health! https://www.ontarioshores.ca/dr-chekkera-shammi-champions-happy-neuron-program-ontario-shores-help-patients-schizophrenia

19/07/2025

19/07/2025

🎓✨Recovery College Celebration ✨🎓

Join us to celebrate another year of amazing accomplishments on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

✔️Plus 1s welcome
✔️Light refreshments
✔️Entertainment and prizes

👉 Learn more and R.S.V.P. by Friday, August 8, 2025:
https://www.ontarioshores.ca/recovery-college-celebration

18/07/2025

📋 We are counting down our 10 tips for improving your mental health!

We asked our staff to share their simple strategies to help support emotional balance in everyday life.

Dr. Lorraine Patterson, Psychologist, shares our first tip, when you are feeling overwhelmed just S.T.O.P.

👉 Learn more about the S.T.O.P. approach (or see the other 10 tips): https://www.ontarioshores.ca/10-tips-improving-your-mental-health.