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About

Since 1985, Upstream Ottawa has been a leader in frontline community mental health services in Ottawa.

 

What started as a grassroots response to insufficient mental health services in the area has developed over time into comprehensive, high-quality care for youth, adults, and families impacted by mental health and substance-use health challenges. 

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Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, and we are committed to providing compassionate, non-judgmental support.

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2024 in Review

5,299

Visits & Phone Calls

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12

Clients Graduated from Intensive Case Management

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1,112

Meals Provided

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156

Clients Served Through Case Management

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Intensive Case Management

Intensive long-term support for individuals (aged 16+) living with severe and persistent mental and substance-use health issues. This clinical service is provided by specialized Mental Health Community Support Workers. 

AMANI Mental Health and Substance Use Services for Black Youth

Formerly SAPACCY, AMANI provides a range of services for Black youth aged 12-29 and their families/caregivers. AMANI takes into consideration the unique challenges that Black youth, their families and caregivers face when they try to access care. Our AMANI staff are Registered Social Workers with lived experience. 

Wellness Services

Programs that complement our clinical services to provide wrap-around support so that our clients may lead independent lives. This includes client transportation, social and recreational outings, monthly luncheons, support groups, back-to-school/work assistance, and financial support for essentials like bedding, clothing, and groceries. These critical services are unfunded and made possible by our generous donors.

Testimonials

[Upstream] gave me a home and amazing support when my mental health issues became such that I could not live at home anymore. 

Upstream Ottawa Client

Testimonials

You don't have a family?
You've got one here.

Sylvain, Upstream Ottawa Client

Testimonials

I learned so much from the case workers at Upstream and I am forever grateful to the organization for helping me recover from my issues and get my life on track.

Upstream Ottawa Client

Our Partners

Make a Difference

There are so many ways that you can support our clients! Check out our Ways to Give page to learn how.

Upstream Ottawa Mental Health
Community Support

Our mission as a non-profit organization is to provide community support to youth and adults in Ottawa living with mental health and substance-use health challenges, empowering them to lead self-guided and fulfilling lives.

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