There are a number of resources and services available to you in the world of health care – local and throughout Ontario.
Hopefully this page is of help to you as you look for what you need. You can use the Section Menu to navigate between topic areas.
Learn how to protect yourself this season from ticks and lyme disease by following these simple steps, wear light coloured clothing so ticks are easier to see, wear pants instead of shorts when hiking, stay out of long grass or overgrown, bushy areas, stay in the middle of the hiking trails and use insect repellent. Make sure to check your children and pets for ticks and remove them immediately. For more information on identifying ticks see the link below.
Tick Identifier website: www.etick.ca
For more information about lyme disease please Click Here | www.publichealthontario.ca
Duties of the Community Outreach Worker include, but are not limited to:
Brittany can be reached at:
She is also available for drop-in support at the following times and locations:
Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Friendship Centre
Fridays: 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the St. Marys Public Library
Offers various in-home supports such as:
Many Home Support Services are low cost or free, as they are funded in part by the South West London Health Integration Network, Ontario Seniors’ Secretariat and Ministry of Health.
All clients of Home Support Services receive complete an intake and assessment prior to commencement of services.
The Community Wellness Program, provided by the St. Marys Friendship Centre, offers resources and services to help people cope with the challenges of living through the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.
The Community Wellness Program is open to people of all ages and abilities who need assistance.
Call us between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday and we will connect you with the proper resources to meet your needs.
220 Queen St, St. Marys;
Peel street doors, lower level.
Offers emergency assistance in the form of clothing, food, emergency accommodation, transportation and household items.
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30am – 4:30pm.
To book an appointment…
Offers fresh, local veggies, fruits, and unprocessed meats to to Residents at wholesale prices. This market is for everyone, no matter your social/economic level. It takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:00 – 4:00pm at the…
Visit the St. Marys Public Library to access your Newcomer Welcome Package.
OPEN HOURS
Monday – Thursday: 10:30am – 8:00pm
Friday: 10:30am – 5:00pm,
Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm
YMCA of Three Rivers Immigrant Services is the official source of official government funded settlement services in Perth County. They exist to help ease the fear and lessen the difficulties. Their knowledgeable and multilingual team are often the first step in helping newcomers establish Canada as their new home. For assistance with language, school, employment and more visit…
A strong believer in encouraging an active community, the Town of St. Marys offers a variety of recreation and leisure opportunities, including virtual, indoor and outdoor options. For a complete list of programming, and information regarding the Access to Recreation Grant, visit the Recreation and Leisure website.
The Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre offers a variety of free programs for parents, caregivers and children ages zero to six years. These play-based and interactive programs are a great opportunity for you and your family to explore, learn and create connections within the community.
To dispose of used and/or found needles, contact your local pharmacy or use the community sharps disposal kiosk listed below:
Town Hall, St. Marys, 175 Queen St. E., St. Marys (east side of building)
Kiosks take needle syringes individually or in hard plastic containers such as:
The Cardiovascular Health Awareness Program (CHAP) offers free blood pressure clinics weekly across three locations in the town of St. Marys whereby trained volunteers assist you with modifiable risk factors. For more information or to book an appointment, contact the
Friendship Centre
The City of Stratford Social Services Department is the provincially-designated Consolidated Municipal Service Manager (CMSM or ‘Service Manager’) responsible for administering social services in the City of Stratford, Perth County, and the Town of St. Marys. This department helps those who need assistance with accessing income, housing, homelessness services, and childcare supports.
City of Stratford Social Services Department
82 Erie Street, Stratford ON, N5A 2M4
1st & 3rd Thursday of the month: 2:00pm-6:00pm
DONATION DROP OFF:
(launching Sept. 16, 2023)
A transportation service shared by Community Support agencies across Huron and Perth counties. By teaming up and sharing our vehicles and drivers we are able to offer frequent and flexible service.
The service provides accessible and volunteer transportation to medical appointments, adult day programs, social excursions, and local errands. Services are available for seniors, individuals recovering from illness or injury and those with varying abilities.
Door-to-door service is available 7 days a week and booking hours are: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For more information or to book your ride call:
PC Connect is your fully accessible community transit system. PC Connect offers five bus routes that travel throughout Perth County and surrounding areas including Stratford, St. Marys, Kitchener/Waterloo and London. Operating Monday to Saturday, you can use the public bus service to get to where you need to go, such as work, healthcare appointments, shopping, or social and recreational activities.
Visit the PC Connect website for a complete Ride Guide (maps and schedules), routes, fares and trip booking information.
310 Queen St E, St. Marys, ON N4X 1C8
100 Ann St., St. Marys ON, N4X 1A1
Click on a Hospital pin for details.
Stratford Office: 65 Lorne Ave E., Stratford ON, N5A 6S4
Corporate Office: 356 Oxford St. W., London ON, N6H 1T3
Stratford Administrative Site: 25 Wright Blvd., Unit B, Stratford ON, N4Z 1H3
Clinton Administrative Site: 317 Huron St., Clinton ON, N0M 1L0
Stratford Administrative Site: 111-40 Long Dr., Stratford ON, N5A 8A3
Listowel: 975 Wallace Ave. N., Unit D-1, Listowel ON, N4W 1M6
Our list of Mental Health resources is quite extensive. Just a reminder that you are welcome to use the Section Menu in the header to navigate through the sections of this page.
A couple notes on Private Insurance Coverage, and Employee Assistance Programs before we proceed.
Mental health counseling services may be provided to you and your family members by your employer through your Extended Healthcare Benefits. Check with your human resources representative to find out more about eligibility. Information on private practitioners is provided below under General Counselling.
Mental health counseling services may be provided to you and your family members by your employer through your EAP. Check with your human resources representative to find out more about eligibility.
Mental Health
Access to addiction, mental health and problem gambling services
If an individual is in need of emotional support, they can call The Support Line. The Support Line’s highly trained volunteers offer confidential supportive listening 24/7. For drop in support, individuals over the age of 16 can visit 648 Huron Street, London- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Support Line
Mental Health
For a list of private-pay providers that are available in your geographical area, visit Psychology Today. Note: We cannot endorse or accredit any specific private-pay providers outlined in this directory.
Mental health and credit counselling for families, individuals, children and youth are provided and scaled-to-income fees are offered.
540 Huron Street, Stratford
ON, N5A 5T9
Mental health and credit counselling for families, individuals, children and youth are provided and scaled-to-income fees are offered.
Reach Out is a bilingual 24/7 information, support and crisis service for people with mental health or addiction concerns living in Elgin, Oxford, Middlesex or London.
BouceBack is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
Togetherall is a digital mental health support service for individuals ages 16+ which is available online, 24/7, and is completely anonymous so you can express yourself freely and openly. Professionally trained Wall Guides monitor the community to ensure the safety and anonymity of all members. In addition to Togetherall’s online community, you will have access to a wealth of useful resources.
Mental Health
Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French.
Mental Health
A free 24/7 navigation tool for up-to-date information on local treatment services, crisis lines, self-help groups, distress centers and family services.
Mental Health
– Women’s Shelter –
An emergency shelter for women with or without children who are experiencing violence. A range of outreach services are also available, including: children’s support services, family court and legal services, housing support, healthy relationship counselling.
270 Freeland Dr., Stratford ON, N4Z 1G8
– Second Stage Housing –
Provides safe transitional housing and supportive services for women who have experienced violence, with or without children.
67 Barron St., Stratford ON, N4Z 1G9
Dedicated to providing comprehensive crisis support, counselling, therapy, information and advocacy services to Perth County residents ages 16+ who have been sexually assaulted.
Mental Health
The Farmer Wellness Initiative provides Ontario farmers, farm workers, and their families with free, unlimited mental health counselling, tailored to the unique challenges experienced by the agricultural community.
Eligible patients may call anytime. There’s no waitlist for service, no health care referral is required, and intake and crisis support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in English, French & Spanish
1020 Ontario St. Unit 5, Stratford ON, N5A 6Z3
Immediate emotional support, practical assistance and referrals to longer term supports to victims and people who have been affected by violence, crime and tragic circumstances.
544 Huron St., Stratford ON, N5A 519
Being a caregiver often means you have less time to care for your own needs. If you’re overwhelmed or need support, speak to a member of your healthcare team. We want to help.
A one-stop resource for information and referrals connecting caregivers to the support you need. This might include respite, a support group in your community or programs for the person you care for.
Administration Office 98 Shipley St., Clinton ON N0M 1L0
Located at Clinton Public Hospital – west wing
70776 London Rd., Exeter ON, N0M 1S1
80 Greenwood Dr., Stratford ON, N5A 0J1
715180 Oxford County Rd 4, RR 5, Woodstock ON, N4S 7V9
For access to a variety of publicly accessible services within your area of Residency, contact your local Public Health Unit. These resources could include parenting and pregnancy support- such as breastfeeding, infant feeding and child health, infectious diseases and immunization, healthy eating, water and food safety, sexual health services, dental screening and supports for quitting smoking.
(Oxford, Elgin and St. Thomas)
Monday to Friday,
8:30a-4:30pm
Monday to Friday,
8:30am-4:30pm
We are located in the ‘Tradition Mutual Centre for Wellness’ at the north side of the ‘St Marys Memorial Hospital’ – NOT the emergency department side.
1st Floor: Our Doctor’s offices
2nd Floor: Our Allied Health Professionals
268 Maiden Lane, St Marys, Ontario N4X 1B7
