GUELPH – Opioid use is down from 2021 in the Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) catchment area, but still up from pre-pandemic times, the board of health heard at its April 5 meeting. And the mortality rate in the region is up slightly from 2021 to 2022, which is cause for concern.
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Compass Community Services adjusts mental health counselling services
GUELPH – Compass Community Services, a Guelph-based organization that provides the only quick access, single-session therapy service in Guelph and Wellington County, is closing its “brief therapy” service in Guelph as of June 1.
‘Village Finding Project’ connects kids in crisis with safe adults
GUELPH – Family and Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGWC) has launched a “Village Finding Project.”
WDGPH: April is Oral Health Month
GUELPH – April is oral health month and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) has several programs to ensure residents of the region have access to care.
Compass Community Services adjusts mental health counselling services
GUELPH – Compass Community Services, a Guelph-based organization that provides the only quick access, single-session therapy service in Guelph and Wellington County, is closing its “brief therapy” service in Guelph as of June 1.
London man accused in sexual assaults between 1993 and 2005
WELLINGTON COUNTY – A London man has been charged with sexual assault in connection with several incidents many years ago. Police say the victim reported the assaults took place in Guelph and Wellington County County between 1993 and 2005.
Government says budget will help Canadians in difficult times; Chong calls it ‘terrible plan’
OTTAWA – One local MP calls it “fiscal fantasy,” but Liberal officials say the federal budget unveiled last week includes vital programs to help Canadians, including initiatives to address health/dental care and affordability.
Guelph Black Heritage Society undeterred in wake of break-in, threats, harassment
GUELPH – Early Wednesday afternoon someone broke into the Guelph Black Heritage Society (GBHS) Heritage Hall. The break-in follows years of threatening and hateful messages that have been increasing in frequency and intensity in recent months, GBHS officials say.
Guelph COVID care clinic closing
GUELPH – The Guelph COVID, Cold, Flu Care Clinic located at 400 Southgate Drive is closing at the end of day on March 31.
Going green: eco-conscious burials and cremations
GUELPH – Death is not something people like to think about, let alone plan for.