Addictions & Mental Health Ontario

To lead change that will revolutionize the addiction and mental health care experience for people in Ontario. #TogetherWeCan

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to recognize a simple but powerful truth: people with lived and living experience must be at the centre of conversations about mental health and addictions care.

#WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Today, on International Self-Care Day, take time to engage in activities that support your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Taking care of yourself helps you show up better in every part of your life.

Share some of your best self-care tips in the comments below ⤵️

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

AMHO welcomes the Ontario government’s commitment to invest over $303 million in community mental health and addictions care over the next 3 years.

This is a significant step forward for our sector.

Read AMHO’s full statement here: https://t.co/0F2nzANegP

[Renascent @renascentcanada]

Our E-QIP team shared impressive results from a #QualityImprovement initiative launched to reduce discharge rates in our programs. Their data-driven approach is enhancing client care & outcomes. Well-received by peers, this work will shape future initiatives. Kudos team!

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

1 in 5 young Ontarians will face a mental health challenge this year, yet many still face barriers to care.

We can’t build a strong system for young people without investing in the people who deliver that care.

#NationalChildAndYouthMentalHealthDay

➡️https://t.co/Hi5TeRTv9C

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

It’s #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek! 💛 This year, we’re lifting up the voices of youth who are too often excluded. Let’s create a mental health system that hears and reflects all young people.

Learn more: https://t.co/xDPA74DJQd

#VoicesUnheardStoriesTold #CMHW2025
#KidsCantWait

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Community-based mental health and addictions services are at a tipping point.

As Ontario marks #MentalHealthWeek, AMHO is calling for urgent investment in the 2025 Ontario Budget to protect access to care across the province.

Read AMHO’s News Release: https://t.co/2DURRGQUu3

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

In response to yesterday’s Throne Speech AMHO, @CMHAOntario, and @kidsmentalhlth issued a joint statement calling on the province to recognize the urgent need for meaningful, long-term investment in the mental health and addiction sector.

Full statement: https://t.co/T3Yg7G0ynv

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

We appreciate the opportunity to connect, Associate Minister @TheThanigasalam. AMHO and our members look forward to working alongside you and your team to help strengthen mental health and addictions services across Ontario and ensure everyone has access to the care they need.

[Vijay Thanigasalam @TheThanigasalam]

I had a productive meeting with @AMHOnt—their commitment to strengthening mental health and addiction services across Ontario is invaluable.

I’m looking forward to collaborating to make a meaningful impact for individuals and families throughout the province.

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

AMHO’s Q1 kickoff meeting gave staff time to reflect on our successes over the past year and focus on the important work ahead.

These moments of connection remind us why we do what we do.

Fueling it all? A delicious lunch from AMHO member @FredVictorTO!

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

The absence of a health human resources strategy for the community mental health and addictions sector has led to increased staffing shortages and longer wait times for services.

It’s time to invest in the people that support well-being of Ontarians.

🔗https://t.co/jCahFiVzOj

[House of Friendship @hofwatreg]

We are so happy to share that the Waterloo Region HART Hub is now open!

Are you experiencing homelessness, mental health or substance use concerns? Come visit us at 44 Francis Street South or call 519-745-4404 Ext. 213 to access the guidance, resources, and support you need.

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Great first meeting with Associate Minister @TheThanigasalam & AMHO CEO, Jennifer Holmes Weier.

By strengthening our workforce, increasing access to mental health & addictions programs, and opening more supportive housing, we can better support the health needs of all Ontarians.

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Since 2016, Ontario has only added ~2,300 new units of mental health and addictions supportive housing. That's less than 300 units per year on average.

It's time to invest in the people and programs which keep our communities healthy & safe.

Learn more https://t.co/x9oMJbbWqp

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Increased access to mental health and addictions supportive housing leads to:

♥️ Improved treatment engagement
👩‍⚕️ Better access to primary and preventative healthcare
🏠 An increased sense of safety, autonomy, and dignity

Learn more: https://t.co/x9oMJbcufX

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Across Ontario, people are waiting nearly four years to be placed in mental health and addictions supportive housing.

That’s four years too long.

Its' time to prioritize investments in mental health and addictions supportive housing.

Learn more: https://t.co/x9oMJbbWqp

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Today, AMHO launched a new report urging all three levels of government to take immediate action to address the rising need for mental health and addictions supportive housing in Ontario.

Read AMHO’s full report and news release here: https://t.co/2TqWDRvAWh

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Today is #IWD2025!

Did you know that over 80% of psychotherapists, counselling therapists, and psychiatric nurses in the mental health and addictions workforce are women?

At AMHO, we celebrate and honor their profound impact in supporting individuals on their path to recovery.

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

AMHO's 2025 pre-budget submission, "From Crisis to Care," underscores the critical investments needed to ensure more Ontarians than ever before can access the mental health and addictions supports they need, when and where they need them.

Read more : https://t.co/6wv8SL3D3W

[Addictions & Mental Health Ontario @AMHOnt]

Today, AMHO met with @WaysideHamilton, Hope Place Centres, and @SOARCS_ to discuss challenges and opportunities in bed-based addictions treatment.

AMHO proudly supports our dedicated partners in expanding access to addictions and mental health services and supporting recovery.