Community Resources

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Within the Windsor/Essex community there are a number of centres and services that support parents. In most cases, they are only a phone call away.

If you know of any other programs and services that are not listed here, but you think that they should be, please e-mail us at mail@mom2mom.ca

Parenting Help Link: 257-5437

Parent Helpline: 1-888-603-9100

Telehealth Ontario: 1-866-797-0000

Poison Information Centre: 1-800-268-9017

We have attempted to higlight various resources we feel will be especially useful to parents. For a more comprehensive list of what's available in the community, go to www.informationwindsor.com or call Information Windsor at 973-4636

Parent Support Groups
Have a ton of questions? Feel that nobody understands? Check out a parent support group for understanding, information, and encouragement.

Ontario Early Years Centres (OEYC)
Funded by the Ontario Government, these centres assist parents and caregivers with raising happy, healthy children. Programs focus on promoting literacy and healthy development. Most centres offer drop-in hours, parenting workshops and classes, and other activities. Click here to see the monthly OEYC Calendar of Events!

Ready-Set-Go!
Ready-Set-Go! joins with neighbours and community partners in downtown Windsor to strengthen and celebrate children birth to six.

Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
Many programs are available for parents and children in every aspect of health. Best of all, most programs are free!

Essex County Community Information Centres
The Information Centres manage hundreds of records on local community programs such as recreation, drop-in centres, home based day cares, play groups, government services and clubs and groups that deal with a variety of special issues. Our organizations also offer a wide array of programs for families and individuals, based on the needs of each community.

Other Important Resources
A list of other programs that can be useful for parents.