CFSSC Stories – Sean – Family Counselling

Family Counselling for Youth Twelve year old Sean* was referred to Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County by a children’s lawyer.  He was looking for support to be able to confront his father about having an affair, that ultimately caused his parent’s divorce. The...

CFSSC Stories – Greg – Domestic Violence

Counselling for Domestic Violence Greg* was referred to CFSSC for anger management due to his abusive relationship with his partner Donna.  His involvement in counselling, for the most part, unremarkable and the therapist was surprised when Donna called to refer their...
Seniors Outreach Project in Simcoe County

Seniors Outreach Project in Simcoe County

 New Parish Outreach to Seniors Project The definition of isolation is broad, and the program is designed to provide social companionship to those people identifying or being identified as lacking social and emotional support.  Volunteers connect with seniors in many...
CFSSC Stories – Theresa – Depression Counselling

CFSSC Stories – Theresa – Depression Counselling

*Please note the name in this story has been changed for privacy of the client* “Theresa” suffered from depression. Concerned for her health, Theresa’s daughter gave her information about the CFSSC Walk-In Counselling clinics. Theresa wasn’t sure if counselling...

Supporting Our Youth’s Mental Health

Today’s blog was written by the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka. Supporting our Youth’s Mental Health The YMCA is dedicated to the growth of all persons in mind, body and spirit and we recognize health as a holistic balance between this triad. When people think of the Y,...

NEWS ADVISORY: CFSSC reallocates resources

Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County (CFSSC) is shifting resources to better serve its clientele. As a result, counselling hours will be expanded in Midland to reduce wait times, while services in Alliston, one of two South Simcoe locations, will be temporarily...

Interview with CFSSC Board Member – Maureen Shave

In this interview, CFSSC Board Member Maureen Shave explains what it is like to be a board member for a charitable organization and shares her passion for making a difference in her community.  Maureen is an educator who has worked with the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic...
CFSSC Stories – Jim – Walk-In Counselling

CFSSC Stories – Jim – Walk-In Counselling

*Please note the name in this story has been changed for privacy of the client* “I came to a walk-in clinic at Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County because a friend thought it might be helpful. I was really a mess. My wife and I were always fighting and she...