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Annual Information Meeting | September 29 | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Krasman Centre invites you to join our Virtual Annual Information Meeting on Wednesday, September 29th from 5pm-7pm from the comfort of your own home. This meeting will be held via Zoom digital platform. All presenters, attendees and other participants who wish to attend, must register to receive the login information to join the meeting. Register by emailing a.bonomo@krasmancentre.com or Register Online.
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Do you want to become a Peer Supporter?
The Peer Recovery Education Program (PREP) is a comprehensive series of courses and trainings about Peer Support and Recovery and paid internship offered within a supportive community of peers. PREP is made available to participants through bursaries they are awarded, therefore the training is FREE to those that are selected to participate.
We invite you to attend an information session to learn if this is a right fit for you and have your questions answered by our knowledgeable Peer Support staff. Information sessions will be held on:
- Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 1:00-1:30 pm
- Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 6:00-6:30 pm
- Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 4:00-4:30 pm
- Monday, September 13, 2021 at 3:00-3:30pm
Sign up for an information session here>>
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NEW hours | Richmond Hill Drop-in Centre | 10121 Yonge Street Richmond Hill, ON
We are back at the Richmond Hill drop-in centre offering at-door services to individual experiencing homelessness. We offer food, hot meals, survival and hygiene items, showers, harm reduction kits, access to computers and peer support.
Monday - Wednesday - 10:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday - 10:30am - 4:00pm & 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday - 10:30am - 4:00pm
Saturday & Sundays: 10:30am -4:00pm
Holidays - 11:00am-3:00pm
For more information, call (905) 780-0491.
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Find resources, programs and a supportive community to improve your mental well-being
Since the start of the pandemic, our peer supporters have been providing support virtually by phone and via Zoom. Find support and a safe space to share with and receive support from other members of the community.
How Do I register for a group?
- Register Online - View our upcoming events calendar on krasmancentre.com/events and click on the group you wish attend then click register or send an email to groups@krasmancentre.com.
Please be advised registration is required for all virtual groups. All groups run online via Zoom video or phone-in. The Zoom meeting link will be provided to participants upon registration.
We aim to have respectful conversations, being mindful of everyone's journey and offer peer support along your healing journey. Come join us >>
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Art in the Park | September 20 | 1:00-2:30pm
Elgin Barrow Arena located at 43 Church St. Richmond Hill. Please arrive at 12:45pm and we will walk to the park behind the arena together.
Register to attend: Phone: (647) 642-7251 or Email: w.braaten@krasmancentre.com
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COVID-19 & Youth Homelessness Prevention:
Dawn Onishenko, a researcher from Ryerson University, is conducting 8-10 interviews with frontline workers. The study hopes to gain knowledge on the impacts of COVID-19 on marginalized homeless youth (i.e., living in a shelter, couch surfing, living rough, no fixed address).
If you are interested in setting up an interview, or would like more information, please contact: Dr. Dawn Onishenko 416-979-5000 ext. 552967 or youthcovidresearch@ryerson.ca
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Would you like to access the Covid-19 Vaccine at Krasman Centre's Richmond Hill location?
Individuals who are interested in accessing the vaccine (1st or 2nd dose) are encouraged to book an appointment to receive the vaccine at our Richmond Hill location at 10121 Yonge St.
Please send an email to Anand Kansara at a.kansara@krasmancentre.com or call 416-509-9681.
These clinics are organized in collaboration with Region of York and York Region EMS.
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Thanks to everyone who attended World Overdose Poisoning Awareness Day
On August 31st, Krasman Centre hosted World Overdose Poisoning Awareness Day, a virtual memorial and a day of education and action to remember the lives lost due to drug poisonings.
A special thank you to the local community agencies for their incredible support and passion and to everyone who participated to support this cause. Thank you for contributing to a warm and moving day of remembrance. Your support created a safe space to grieve and demand change.
Thank you for making a difference everyday!
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For more information on our programs and services, please visit krasmancentre.com
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