Health and Emotional Support

Counseling and Information

  • AIDS Committee of Windsor - Youth Services
    1168 Drouillard Road, Suite B
    Windsor, ON
    519-973-7671
    The AIDS Committee of Windsor AIDS Committee of Windsor (ACW) is a non-profit registered charity mandated to provide education and support services with regard to HIV/AIDS for Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent and Lambton counties. They also provide youth education and support services, most notably, Young and Proud a social support group for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered youth under 26 years old.
  • American Dietetic Association
    Guidelines for vegetarians and vegans to eat a healthy and balanced diet. Publisher - American Dietetic Association
  • Bulimia and Anorexia Nervosa Association (BANA)
    519-969-2112
    2109 Ottawa Street,
    Windsor, ON
    Information and counseling on health and nutrition and assistance for individuals with eating disorders.
  • Canada Food Guide
    Information about portion control, nutrition and healthy eating.
  • Canadian Federation for Sexual Health (formerly Planned Parentedhood, Windsor Essex-County)
    3735 King St.
    Windsor, ON
    519-254-3807
    PPWEC believes in empowering individuals throughout their lifespan to make informed choices about their reproductive and sexual health by providing comprehensive, accessible and non-judgmental information and services.
  • Go Ask Alice
    Go Ask Alice is a health Q&A Internet service. Readers can submit questions and "Alice" answers questions about relationships; sexuality; sexual health; emotional health; fitness; nutrition; alcohol, nicotine, and other drugs; and, general health.
  • Sandwich Teen Action Group
    3735 King St
    Windsor, ON
    N9C 1P7
    519-254-6999
    Sandwich Teen Action Group is a community youth centre responding to the identified needs of youth within the local community by providing programs for a positive life experience. They also provide peer support counseling , recreational and fun activities, one-on-one counseling for job search and resume skills. Director John Elliot.
  • Sexual Assault Crisis Centre
    24 Hours a Day
    519-253-9667
    Sexual assault is any form of non-consensual, coerced or unwanted sexual activity/touching. Sexual assault is a crime of violence committed against the will of the victim.
  • Teen Health Centre
    1535 Ouellette Ave.
    Windsor, On
    519-253-8481
    Teen Health Centre is dedicated to helping Essex County's young people achieve physical and emotional health and well-being through education, confidential counseling and support.
  • No Means No!
    Innovative program that can be brought to your school to raise awareness about legal issues around sexual assault and consent. Publisher - LEAF: Women's Legal Education and Action Fund.
  • Nutritive Value of Foods Guide
    If you want to know the nutritional value of a food item it is listed in this thorough document. Publisher - United States Dept. of Agriculture.
  • Windsor-Essex County Children's Aid Society
    1671 Riverside Dr E.
    Windsor, On
    N8Y 5B5
    519-252-1171
    1-800-265-4844
    1-800-265-5609
    Information about child abuse, raising children, adoption, foster care and tracing family roots for those who have been adopted or in the foster care system.
  • Kids Health - Teens
    Separate health sections on many topics are available, from drugs, tobacco and alcohol to issues such as, nutrition, body and mind. Articles are also available en Espanol.
  • Kids Help Phone
    1-800-668-6868
    Feeling depressed? 24/7, completely confidential and anonymous help and referral by trained counselors. Go online and explore the difficult topics that young adults face from drug abuse, sexual abuse and bullying to depression and dating.
  • Mind Your Mind
    mindyourmind.ca is an award winning site for youth by youth. This is a place where you can get info, resources and the tools to help you manage stress, crisis and mental health problems. Share what you live and what you know with your friends.
  • Sexuality and U
    This award winning website is administered by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada. From Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) to contraception awareness, lifestyle choices to talking about sex, they offer you guidance and advice that will help you develop and maintain a healthy sexuality.
  • Youth Connect
    Youth Connect is a collection of informative websites that will answer your questions about health, jobs, education, volunteering and other important information as a young adult all at your fingertips. Check it out!