The local branch of Canada's Alzheimer Society. Provides education and support services, fundraising, and family-centered services in support of improving the quality of life of Alzheimer sufferers of York Region and their families.

For over 40 years Bereaved Families of Ontario has been supporting grieving Ontarians. Bereaved Families of Ontario is a province wide organization dedicated to bereavement support through self-help and mutual aid, including a York Region affiliate.

Cancer Care Ontario is now part of Ontario Health, an agency created by the Government of Ontario with a mandate to connect and coordinate our province’s health care system to help ensure that Ontarians receive the best possible care. It features reliable cancer information, local services finder, and information on Indigenous healing services.

Founded in 1988, Epilepsy York Region (EYR) is a non-profit multi-service agency, member run and volunteer driven. EYR advocates on behalf of individuals with seizure disorders, promotes public awareness of epilepsy, and seizure disorders. EYR develops programs based upon the needs of their constituents, and provides educational resources and opportunities.

Hope + Me offers free support programs to people across Ontario, and their families, who are living with depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder.

Hypertension Canada is the only national non-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention and control of hypertension and its complications. With information for both public consumers and health professionals, their website provides free resources to help control your blood pressure.

Kerry's Place is Canada’s largest service provider to families with children, adolescents, and adults, with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), serving more than 8,000 people with ASD and their families each year. They have been committed to enhancing the quality of life of persons with ASD since 1974.

National Easting Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) provides information, resources, referrals and support to Canadians affected by eating disorders.

The Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) pays for many health services you may need. Here’s how to apply for OHIP and get a health card.

BounceBack® is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.

Health care services offered at home, at school, and in the community, as well as access to supported living programs and long-term care, are coordinated by Home and Community Care Support Services to ensure people of all ages can make informed choices about their care, when and where they need it. Effective April 1, 2021 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) will operate under a new registered business name: Home and Community Care Support Services.

The official website of Health Canada provides information on health care, healthy living, diseases and conditions.

The official website of Health Canada provides information on radon gas, testing, and reducing levels in your home.

Take Action on Radon is a national initiative, funded by Health Canada, to bring together radon stakeholders and raise awareness on radon across Canada.

A free digital mental health support service catering to those who require cognitive behavioral therapy.

A not-for-profit and community-governed organization catering to those who suffer from mental health and addiction use. Their services are available to those who reside in the Western and Northern York Region.

York Region helps residents stay healthy at all ages and stages. With evidence-based public health programs and services, York Region Health hosts up-to-date local resources including Vaughan specific health clinics.

Counselling and Community Support Services in York Region.

This website provides resources for those who may require mental health, addiction, care planning, etc. assistance in the York Region area.

Mackenzie Health is a full service 430-bed community hospital that serves more than 300,000 residents in the York and Simcoe Regions. This website provides information about the hospital's physicians, services, annual reports, events, careers, volunteer opportunities and more.

York Region’s Sexual Health Clinics provide health care services at no cost, in a non-judgmental and inclusive environment. Use this website to find the closest one to you.

A not-for-profit and community-governed organization catering to those who suffer from mental health and addiction use. Their services are available to those who reside in the Western and Northern York Region.

Canada's Food Guide is a document from Health Canada that provides guidelines for healthy eating.

Learn how to understand food labels and how to make informed choices about food products.

Unlock Food contains information on nutrition, food and healthy eating, as well as recipes and online tools.

York Region Food Network connects and empowers people to access healthy food through education and advocacy.

Health care services offered at home, at school, and in the community, as well as access to supported living programs and long-term care, are coordinated by Home and Community Care Support Services to ensure people of all ages can make informed choices about their care, when and where they need it. Effective April 1, 2021 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) will operate under a new registered business name: Home and Community Care Support Services.

CHATS is a not-for-profit charitable organization that enhances the health, wellness, and independence of more than 8,500 York Region and South Simcoe seniors and caregivers each year

Health information specifically for older adults, e.g., disability, preventing falls, sexual activity.

Provides non-residential care for people approaching death and for their family and caregivers. Services include individual counseling, grief support groups, respite care, volunteer visitors with practical assistance.

Hypertension Canada is the only national non-profit organization dedicated solely to the prevention and control of hypertension and its complications. With information for both public consumers and health professionals, their website provides free resources to help control your blood pressure.

The official Web site of the Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care, providing information about Ontario healthcare initiatives and programs, in addition to consumer health information about common health issues and concerns.

Support for caregivers of older adults, including tax credits, employment benefits, wills and estates, and end of life decisions.

York Region provides services to promote the health, well-being, safety and independence of individuals requiring care. Services such as adult day programs, client intervention and support, convalescent care, long-term care homes and the short stay respite programs are available to all residents.

This website provides medically-approved information on more than 5,000 health topics and symptoms. It includes interactive health tools and tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

An online initiative of the internationally renowned, U.S. based Mayo Clinic, this site's stated mission is to "empower people to manage their health." Includes information on a broad range of medical diseases and conditions, drugs, and treatment centres. Also includes a section on managing medical conditions and healthy lifestyle tips.

MedlinePlus is a service of the National Library of Medicine (NLM), the world's largest medical library, which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Their mission is to present high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted, easy to understand, and free of advertising, in both English and Spanish. Anywhere, anytime, on any device—for free.

UpToDate provides evidence-based clinical information for health professionals. The Beyond the Basics Patient Education portal is free, and is best for readers who want detailed information and are comfortable with some medical terminology.

York Region helps residents stay healthy at all ages and stages. With evidence-based public health programs and services, York Region Health hosts up-to-date local resources including Vaughan specific health clinics.

360 Kids helps youth overcome crisis and transition to a state of safety and stability. The name 360 kids refers to the comprehensive approach that the organization takes to assisting at-risk youth and surrounding them with care, recognizing that these kids need a wide range of supports to help them rebuild their lives.

Al-Anon Family Groups are a community resource providing support to anyone affected by a relative or friend’s drinking. Alateen is part of the Al-Anon program, which has their own individual meetings that focus on teenagers.

Located in Vaughan, SickKids launched Boomerang Health as a new, independent but wholly owned, healthcare centre to provide the York Region community with greater access to community-based services for children and adolescents. This is a new model of healthcare delivery for SickKids as the centre enables us – through Boomerang Health – to treat children who would normally be referred to community partners and provide high quality care closer to home for children and their families.

BounceBack® is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.

York Region has local information for taking care of your child at all stages. Highlights include Early Intervention Services (EIS), Early Development Services (EDS), and the Red Flags Guide.

Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French. KHP connects children, youth and parents to online help. Includes an interactive online discussion forum.

YouthLine offers anonymous, confidential and non-judgmental 2SLGBTQ+ peer support via phone, text or online chat.

The Mobile Youth Walk-In Clinic (MOBYSS) offers a safe space to talk to a medical or mental health professional in a warm, welcoming, and friendly environment. Their mobile walk-in clinic is staffed by a nurse practitioner, youth mental health worker, and peer support specialist. Their services are 100% free and confidential with staff who are caring and non-judgmental. A health card is not required and there are no referral requirements.

Oak Valley Health is a local resource that provides access to health care specialists who aid children with speech, language, hearing, and vision difficulties.