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Horizons Resources
Creating Connections
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The following resources were gathered to support TVCC's yearly workshop, Creating Connections. Thank you so much for attending this year, we hope that you found the information and stories shared helpful.
These are some of the websites, organizations, and services available today, and is definitely not an exhaustive list! Please determine if they are the right fit for you.
As always, if you would like to talk more please contact us at
horizons@tvcc.on.ca. We have group activities for youth available, as well as one-on-one supports for specific goals. We would love to hear from you!
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Sibling Leadership Network
The mission of the Sibling Leadership Network is to provide siblings of individuals with disabilities the information, support and tools to advocate with their brothers and sisters and to promote the issues important to them and their entire families.
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Sibling Support Network
Founded in 1990, the Sibling Support Project is the first national program dedicated to the life-long and ever-changing concerns of millions of brothers and sisters of people with special health, developmental, and mental health concerns.
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Love is Respect
24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships. We also provide support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, and other service providers.
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It's Time To Talk
This website aims to encourage people to talk about and increase awareness of how people can enjoy a safe and respectful relationship.
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Stop The Hurt
Healthy Relationships 101
Relationships can be defined in many ways. Whether they are serious, casual, a friendship, or family, all relationships deserve to be healthy. But how do you know if your relationship is healthy?
Click here to visit StopTheHurt.com
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Talking About Sexuality in Canadian Communities
From Alberta Health Services
Supporting healthy sexuality in our communities,
Providing practical tools and strategies for parents, service providers and youth with disabilities
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Public Health Agency of Canada
Links and information from the Public health Agency of Canada
Promoting safe intimate partner relationships
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The Fourth R
Healthy Relationships, Safe Choices, Connected Youth Resources from the Western Centre for School Mental Health
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Healthy Youth Relationships
A free Online Course from the
Canadian Red Cross
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It's your (sex) life
is an award winning public information campaign from MTV to support young people in making responsible decisions about their sexual health
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Queer Events
Committed to working towards a strong, welcoming & accessible LGBT2Q+ community.
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LGBT YouthLine
LGBT YouthLine is a Queer, Trans, Two-Spirit* youth-led organization that affirms and supports the experiences of youth (29 and under) across Ontario. We do this by:
Providing anonymous peer support and referrals; Training youth to provide support to other youth; and Providing resources so youth can make informed decisions.
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Kids Help Phone is always there for you. No matter what you want to talk about, we’re here to listen. No judgment, totally private, 24/7
call 1-800-668-6868
text 686868
Connect through facebook messenger or live chat through the website between 7 p.m. and midnight
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Family Service Thames Valley
Adult developmental supports and counselling in London-Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin Counties.
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Cliff Gliders
Empowering people of all abilities to SAIL through life's transitions!
We aim to provide folks (12+) with fun opportunities to build skills for independent living, develop social connections, and ease various transitions! Caregiver support available too!
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Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community. We’re run by and for trans people.
Call us at (877) 330-6366
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Reach Out is a free, 24/7, confidential mental health and addictions support and services line for people living in Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford and London
Call us at 519-433-2023 or
Toll Free 1-866-933-2023
Text us at 519-433-2023 or
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Pflag Canada
Pflag Canada offers peer-to-peer support striving to help all Canadians with issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. We support, educate and provide resources to anyone with questions or concerns.
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Open Closet
Open Closet is a social support group for LGBT2Q+ (lesbian, gay, bi, trans, 2-spirit, queer) youth between 14 and 18 years of age. The group started in early 2002 and has served more than 1,100 youth since its inception. OC is open to youth from each of the six counties RHAC serves - Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford.
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211 connects people to the right information and services, strengthen Canada’s health and human services, and helps Canadians become more engaged with their communities.
Call us at 211
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South West Healthline
Search for health supports and resources available in Southwestern Ontario
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Atlas
Growing up has its challenges. But they don’t have to be tackled alone.
Find resources and supports for youth living in London/Middlesex
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Books, Articles, and Blogs | |
The Ultimate Guide to Sex & Disability
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Miriam Kaufman
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Sex, Sexuality, and the Autism Spectrum
by
Wendy Lawson
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Making Sense of Sex
by
Sarah Attwood
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Shane and Hannah Burcaw (aka Squirmy and Grubs)
Follow them on YouTube and on Instagram: Hannah and Shane
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Roll with Cole & Charisma
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Thank you to the TVCC Trailblazers! | | |
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The Creating Connections 2022 workshop was made possible by the hard work, dedication, and energy of the TVCC Youth Advisory Council, the Trailblazers of Tomorrow.
Are you interested in providing a youth voice at TVCC and in the community??
Would you like to meet new people, make a difference, gain leadership experience and have fun?!
Volunteer for TVCC Trailblazers of Tomorrow!
Trailblazers Flyer
For more information please contact Amanda at volunteer@tvcc.on.ca 519- 685-8700 ext 53452
or toll free at 1-866-590-8822
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As always, let us know if you have any questions (horizons@tvcc.on.ca) and watch the website and social media for updates on new events and programs. You can follow us on Instagram by clicking on the logo below! | | | | | |
