Program: Northwestern Ontario Peer Connections - St. Joseph's Health Centre South - Mental Health Peer Support
Organization: Northwestern Ontario Peer Connections
Phone Numbers: 807-624-3400 Ext 3361
Toll-Free: 1-888-358-1194
Fax: 807-624-3522
Email: peerconnectionsjcg@tbh.net
Website: sjcg.net/services/mental-health_addictions/housing-employment/nwopc.aspx
Address:
710 Victoria Ave E S108
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 5P7
Location: Located in Victoriaville Mall, through the South West doors across from Renco Foods
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30 am-12 noon, 12:30 pm-3:30 pm
Public Contacts: Kristine Quaid - Team Lead
807-624-3400 Ext 3363

Service Description:
  • Provides peer support for the day to day needs of its members with a Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Strength Based Approach
  • Provides socialization opportunities for members to aid in their recovery
  • Provides mental health education to members and mental health awareness to people in the community
  • Directs members in finding appropriate personnel to meet their needs
  • Develops and maintains communication with all existing persons involved with members' care, as requested by members



  • Fees: None
    Application: Membership Form must be filled out including name, address and phone number
    Eligibility / Target Population:
    • Anyone, aged 16 years of age or older, having direct experience as a consumer of mental health services

    • Must promise to conduct themselves appropriately in working towards the goals of the Peer Council

    • Must be a Member of the Peer Council to attend functions provided by the organization
    Languages: English
    Area Served: City of Thunder Bay, District of Thunder Bay, Northern
    See Also: Community Mental Health Programs
    Mental Health Peer and Family Programs
    Mental Health Promotion
    Recreational and Social Programs for People with Mental Illness
    Last Updated: 12/12/2024
    Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=140497

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