Welcome!
The Self Help Resource Centre strengthens communities across Ontario by promoting peer support groups that facilitate positive outcomes for people who are facing diverse life transitions and challenges.
What's new.
SHRC Office closure
Please note that the Self-Help Resource Centre and Family Councils' Program offices will be closed from Friday December 23rd 2011 to Tuesday January 3rd. To find a self-help group, please use the directory of self help groups found here: Find a self help group
The Self-Help Resource Centre and Family Councils' Program wish everyone a Happy Holiday and wonderful New Year! We look forward to continuing to work with Family Council members and the Long-Term Care community!
An Evening with Suzie Vinnick
Join the Self-Help Resource Centre for a great evening of music featuring Suzie Vinnick!
Join us at the 519 Community Centre as we raise money for the Self-Help Resource Centre, with Canadian Folk/Blues singer Suzie Vinnick, Friday October 7th. Catering provided by Fabarnak Catering. Liquor and non alcoholic beverages will also be sold.
Tickets are $40 each (plus applicable service charges). Doors will open at 7pm.
Click here to purchase tickets
Beth Hoen Peer Support Group Champion Award
This year the Self-Help Resource Centre is calling on you to tell us about the remarkable people you have come to know in your community. We are looking for passionate people who have seen a need and put their time and energy into making it happen, whether that is in the form of a peer support group or a community activity. [For more details]
Self-Help Resource Centre Annual General Meeting
The Self-Help Resource Centre Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 22 from 6 to 8 pm. The AGM will be held at the Locke Toronto District Library Branch meeting room, located at 3083 Yonge Street (Yonge St. and Lawrence Avenue East), Toronto.
Attend our annual general meeting for free food, fun, and networking with other self-helpers and agencies. Following dinner there will be a guest speaker and business meeting.
New Address!
We've moved! Please note that the new Self-Help Resource Centre is 40 St. Clair Ave East, suite 307, Toronto, Ontario M4T 1M9.
We are now located in the Toronto Public Library Deer Park Branch at Yonge street and St. Clair Avenue East.
Our phone and fax numbers as well as website and email addresses remain the same.
Self-Help Awareness Week 2011: Honouring Our Champions
The Provincial Outreach Program of the Self-Help Resource Centre and our 19 affiliates across Ontario are pleased to sponsor Self-Help Awareness Week (SHAW) September 19-24, 2011. This year's theme is "Honouring Our Champions." [For more details]
Request for Volunteer Board Members
Interested in becoming more involved with the SHRC? We are looking for dynamic volunteers who are interested in becoming a part of our Board of Directors. [For more details]
The Self-Help Resource Centre's Membership Drive
This is a great opportunity to use your donation to pay for trainings you can access at your convenience next year. For as little as $100 this year, your organization could be member of the Self-Help Resource Centre's community of organizations and services and receive free training in the coming year. [For more details]
Help us sustain and promote peer support in Ontario by donating through CanadaHelps.
Your financial contribution is vitally important to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Self-Help Resource Centre, and support hundreds of organizations in Ontario, and thousands of individuals, who rely on the benefits of peer support groups including friendship, emotional support, experiential knowledge, identity, meaningful roles, and a sense of belonging. All donations are tax deductible. Please read our case for support.
Online Resource of the Month: "Breaking the Ice"
Factsheet on ways to engage people during the initial and subsequent meetings of a peer support group.
How to Start and Maintain a Self-Help Group: New Translations Available
Our online article "How to Start and Maintain a Self Help Group" is now available in 4 other languages. ”Arabic” ”Somali” ”Spanish” ”Urdu” [For more details]
Guide pour former et animer un groupe communautaire
A new french language resource on starting a self-help group is now available for download.
Real Stories, Real People
Read or view inspiring stories from people who have used self-help support groups.
Research Articles on Self-Help
View research articles and literature reviews from our Online Resource page
Free Self-Help E-Bulletin
You can get advanced notice of all our workshops, conferences and events by subscribing to our e-bulletin. Use the link on the right hand side of this page.