Mental Health Resources
We are committed to supporting your mental health and well-being. Below are some resources available to help you manage stress, mental health conditions, and access crisis support services:
- Crisis Services Canada: If you are in crisis and need immediate support, call toll-free 1-833-456-4566 anywhere in Canada, 24/7, or visit Crisis Services Canada for more resources.
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Sault Ste. Marie: The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is a great resource for mental health and is available throughout Canada. Call 705-759-5989 or visit CMHA SSM.
- The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH): Provides a wide range of mental health services and programs. Visit CAMH or call 1-800-463-2338.
- Hope+ME – Mood Disorders Association of Ontario: Support for individuals and families dealing with mood disorders. Visit Mood Disorders Ontario or call 1-888-486-8236.
- Psychology Today: Locate therapists and support groups in Ontario through Psychology Today Ontario.
- MindBeacon: Therapist-guided Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program, now free for Ontario residents. Visit MindBeacon.
- AbilitiCBT: Internet-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy available for Ontario residents. Visit AbilitiCBT.
For a more comprehensive list of mental health resources in the Algoma region, visit Northeast Healthline.
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
The Dialogue Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provides confidential support and counselling services to GHC employees and their families. You can access help anytime, from anywhere in Canada.
Services Include:
- Counselling Services: Confidential one-on-one counselling for personal, work, or family issues. (4 sessions per user per matter)
- Legal and Financial Consultation: Professional advice on a variety of legal or financial matters. (2 hours per user per legal or financial matter)
- Career Advisory Services: Assistance with career planning, work conflict, and performance management. (4 sessions per user per matter)
- Child and Elder Services: Support for childcare, elder care, and occupational therapy referrals. (4 sessions per user per matter)
- Crisis Management and Critical Incident Response: Available on-demand for trauma support and action planning.
How to Access:
- Download the Dialogue App: This app is available on both iOS and Android devices.
- Visit Online: Click here to access services through Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.
- Phone Support: Reach out by phone at 1-833-352-9799.
Create an Account and Register
Short-Term Disability Forms
If you need to take a leave of absence, you can download and complete the necessary Short-Term Disability (STD) forms below. For more information on the process or to submit your completed forms, please contact the HR department.
Benefits Booklets
Understanding your benefits is key to ensuring that you get the support you need. Download your benefits booklet to review your coverage details, including health, dental, vision, and more.
Coordination of Benefits
When different members of the same family have jobs, or multiple jobs, or are enrolled in an educational institution, they may have health or dental care coverage under more than one group insurance plan. If this applies to you, you may be able to claim up to 100% of the eligible expenses you incur by submitting separate claims to each plan. That’s what we mean by “coordination of benefits.”
