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Just a reminder that Chatham Kent Children’s Services will be closed for Victoria Day (May 18th) and will reopen at 8:30 am on the morning of the 19th.
If you are an essential worker with children or youth who are struggling please know we are here for you. Our Brief Counselling Services are available right away! Please contact our Intake Team at 519-352-0440 or email [email protected] for more…
We are so excited to announce that we are now accepting referrals for our NEW Virtual Teen Drop-In Group!!! And...how ironic that connect is today’s Mental Health Week theme! What an awesome way for youth ages 13-18 to connect during this time! Call Heather at 519-352-0440…
Did you know crisis services are available for children and youth in Chatham-Kent?!?! These services are available right away so if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis please reach out! We are here to help! Call 519-352-0440 or email…
As National Volunteer Week comes to an end we would like to give one more big shoutout to all our amazing volunteers!! Chatham-Kent Children's Services is so lucky to have such generous, caring and dedicated volunteers! We applaud you and thank you for all you do,…
Chatham-Kent Children's Services is so thankful to all of our kinship caregivers for all that they do to ensure the safety and well-being of children and youth in our community! Erin and Susan, two members of the Kinship Team wanted to reach out…
Selfcare is the act of doing good for our mind, body and soul! Michelle Romses, a valuable member of Chatham-Kent Children's Services Board of Directors reminds families in Chatham-Kent about the importance of practicing good self-care during this challenging time. https://www.facebook.com/CKChildrensServices/videos/218830562896204/?t=39
Jennifer Goodal, a valuable member of the Chatham Kent Children’s Services Board of Directors understands this is a very challenging time for children, youth and families in Chatham-Kent. We thank her for offering to reach out to our community during this…
This is a very important message from the Chatham-Kent Police Service. While everyone has been asked to stay home, the reality is not all children are in safe homes during isolation. Our Agency remains accessible to the community! If you have…
Good news!! The Young and Proud group will continue to run virtually Thursdays from 3-5pm on Discord!! What a great opportunity for LGBTQ youth ages 11-25 to connect and feel supported!! Check it out!! View The Discord