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Patient Resources
Trusted, physician-curated handouts, websites, local programs, and tools to support your health.
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Canada-wide
Tools & Apps
Most Requested Resources
ConnexOntario (24/7)
Confidential support and navigation for addiction, mental health, and problem gambling.
Richmond Hill & York Region Programs
Carefirst — Diabetes Education (Richmond Hill)
Diabetes education program with referral options (including self-referral forms).
CMHA York Region & South Simcoe
Community mental health programs, intake and supports across York Region.
Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (York)
Free, evidence-based psychotherapy options through CMHA.
York Region — Breastfeeding Clinics
Virtual or in-person breastfeeding clinic appointments via York Region.
York Region — Community Immunization Clinics
Appointments available across York Region, including Richmond Hill locations.
CHATS — Seniors & Caregivers (York Region)
Transportation, meals, caregiver relief, and community supports for older adults.
Browse by Topic
Addictions & Substance Use
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- ConnexOntario — Richmond Hill addiction services (local directory view)
- RAAM Clinics (Rapid Access Addiction Medicine) (find a clinic)
- Al-Anon (support for families and friends)
- ConnexOntario — full services directory
Mental Health
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- CMHA York Region & South Simcoe (programs + intake)
- Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (via CMHA)
- 310-COPE (York Region crisis support) (call/text 24/7)
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
- Anxiety Canada (CBT resources)
- eMentalHealth.ca (directory + tools)
- Kids Help Phone
Diabetes
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- Carefirst — Diabetes Education Program (DEP) (includes self-referral)
- Mackenzie Health — Diabetes Education Program
- Diabetes Canada
Hypertension
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Low Back Pain
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Breastfeeding
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Sexual Health (York Region)
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Menopause
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Pediatrics
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Tools
- Caring for Kids (Canadian Paediatric Society) Information on common childhood issues, safety, and development.
- AboutKidsHealth (SickKids) Practical, family-friendly guidance on symptoms, conditions, and care at home.
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Ontario Vaccines & Immunization
Routine schedule + vaccine info. -
Health811 (Ontario)
Nurse advice and service navigation 24/7. - Kids Help Phone 24/7 support for youth and families.
Pregnancy
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Tools
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PregnancyInfo.ca (SOGC)
Evidence-based pregnancy topics (symptoms, tests, labour, postpartum). -
Prenatal Screening Ontario — Screening Options
Overview of screening pathways (Ontario). -
MotherToBaby Fact Sheets (meds/exposures in pregnancy & breastfeeding)
Searchable summaries for common medications/exposures. -
Health811 (Ontario)
Nurse advice and help accessing healthcare services 24/7. -
OntarioBreastfeeds.ca
Breastfeeding support directory (postpartum).
Seniors & Caregivers
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