The Ontario government is launching a new Youth Wellness Hub in Ajax to provide services for youth across Durham Region.
Once opened, the new hub will connect youth aged 12 to 25 across Durham to free mental health, primary care, and wellness services. Other services provided through the hub could include access to community and social supports and employment services, said a statement from Patrice Barnes, MPP for Ajax.
Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) will serve as the lead agency for the Youth Hub and will collaborate with several community partners to ensure Durham’s youth have access to support services. The government stated that this initiative will provide services for youth, including those from Black, Indigenous, newcomer, and LGBTQ+ communities.
“The new Youth Wellness Hub in Ajax is a transformative step toward a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive community,” said MPP Barnes. “By providing access to mental health, primary care, and social support services, this hub will ensure young people across Durham Region have the tools and support to overcome challenges and build brighter futures.”
With Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care, the government has expanded the number of Youth Wellness Hubs across the province, making it easier to connect to mental health and substance use support, primary care, social services, and more.
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