ADAPT Halton

Service: Youth Programs

Record #: OAK0438
Last Full Update: 04 Apr 2025

Contact Information

Office Phone 905-639-6537 ext 0 - Information and intake (collect calls accepted)
Toll Free Phone 1-877-517-2237
Fax 905-639-6880
E-Mail adapt@haltonadapt.org
Website haltonadapt.org/programs-services/youth-programs/
Social Media Instagram Instagram, LinkedIn LinkedIn
Volunteer Coordinator Justyna Bialas, Human Resources/Volunteer and Student Placement Coordinator; Phone: 905-847-6548 ext 232; Email: Justynab@haltonadapt.org

Agency Information

Elections AGM: September

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Days Ahead Program (Assessment, Treatment and Referral Services) 

  • full assessment of a youth’s drug, alcohol use or gambling and its impact on relationships, education/ employment, legal, leisure, physical and emotional health
  • counselling for the youth and his/her family
  • services available for young people affected by someone else’s substance use
  • additional referrals as required to meet client needs
  • community support and education
  • available in Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Georgetown, Acton 

Something to Know

  • for “at risk” youth who have been identified by parents/caregivers, police, and/or other
    agencies
  • workshops available in a community setting or office based
  • groups focus on substance use awareness, mental health, decision making or life skills with the goal being to improve positive, healthy decision making
  • available throughout Halton

Youth Outreach Program (YOP) 

  • a strength-based, client centered service for youth ages 15-24 who are experiencing substance use with or without mental health challenges and barriers staying connected to relevant support services
  • offer community-based counseling, case management services and consistent support to assist youth in making successful transitions into adulthood
  • support is also available for parents/caregivers
  • for more information contact youthoutreach@haltonadapt.org or Lindsay Jonz, 905-465-5760

Just Be You

  • Peer-led and youth-focused peer support program that provides young people impacted by mental health and/or addiction, a place to go, hang out, and have fun - without judgment, without stigma, on their own terms
  • for youth ages 16–24
  • held in-person at locations throughout Halton
  • contact ashleyr@haltonadapt.org for more information

Community Justice Programs 

Triage Program 

  • consultations are available for concerned individuals to problem-solve specific situations
  • anyone may call for this service, 905-639-6537 ext 0 or Lindsay Jonz at 905-465-5760
Hours

Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Areas Served Halton Region ; Mississauga - portions of
Eligibility Ages: 12 year(s) - 24 year(s) 
 
Youth and young adults (and those who support them) who are affected by substance or alcohol use
Application
  • Self, family or agency referral
  • Call ADAPT Intake line at 905-639-6537 ext 0
Languages English
Fees None

Site Information

Located In Community Halton Region
Mailing Address c/o ADAPT 
165 Cross Ave, Suite 203 
Oakville, ON L6J 0A9

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading Mental Health / Addictions ; Youth
HCSD Sub Heading Addiction Counselling ; Addiction Treatment ; Support Groups ; Youth Mental Health Resources ; Youth Mental Health Services
Service Categories Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention ~ At Risk Youth ; Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention ~ At Risk Youth ; Mental Health Related Support Groups ~ Adolescents ; Mental Health Related Support Groups ~ Young Adults ; Peer Mental Health Support Services ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Substance Use Disorder Counselling ~ Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder ; Substance Use Disorder Counselling ~ Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder ; Substance Use Disorder Counselling ~ Young Adults ; Substance Use Disorder Counselling ~ Youth ; Youth Outreach Programs ~ Substance Use Disorders

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