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Organization:
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Huntington Society of Canada - Resource Centre - Toronto and York Region
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-998-7398 ext 206
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Address:
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Richmond Hill, ON
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Executives:
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Rozalia Andrejas, RSW - Resource Centre Director - Toronto and York Region randrejas@huntingtonsociety.ca Sheri Mayhew, RSW - National Director, Family Services 1-800-998-7398 ext 204 * smayhew@huntingtonsociety.ca
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Service Description:
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Family services team composed of registered social workers and professionals who provide support to individuals and families affected by Huntington's Disease * offers support and services to people with Huntington's Disease, people at risk, people with or without genetic mutation, caregivers and family members, community members
Services include:- information and education
- individual short-term counsel, support groups
- linkages to HD clinics, social services and community programs
The team also collaborates with other service providers to improve and expand existing services as well as increase awareness and understanding of the disease and support for advocacy
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Meetings:
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Please contact the Resource Centre Director to obtain current support group options or complete this online Form and someone will get back to you |
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals and families affected by Huntington disease
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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York Region and Toronto
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Last Updated:
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3/17/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=130843
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