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It is estimated that 10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder - the single most disabling group of disorders worldwide.

20% of Canadians will personally experience a mental illness in their lifetime.

1 to 3% of Canadians have a developmental disability.

Of 80,000 individuals with a developmental disability in Ontario, 24,000 have a dual diagnosis.

It is estimated that 77% of adults with a developmental disability also live in poverty.

Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth are 14 times more likely to attempt suicide than heterosexual youth.

Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth experience substance abuse problems 3 to 5 times higher than heterosexual youth.

Mental illness indirectly affects all Canadians at some time through a family member, friend or colleague.

Mental illness affects people of all ages, educational and income levels, and cultures.

It is estimated that 10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder - the single most disabling group of disorders worldwide.

Approximately 8% of adults will experience major depression at some time in their lives.

Anxiety disorders affect 5% of the household population, causing mild to severe impairment.

Suicide accounts for 24% of all deaths among 15-24 year olds and 16% among 25-44 year olds.

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in both men and women from adolescence to middle age.

The mortality rate due to suicide among men is four times the rate among women.

Almost one half (49%) of those who feel they have suffered from depression or anxiety have never gone to see a doctor about this problem.

Mental illnesses can be treated effectively.

Everybody Counts

VOLUNTEER

Griffin Centre’s ability to meet the needs of youth, individuals with developmental disabilities and families in our community would be greatly diminished without the support of our loyal and hard-working volunteers. Our volunteers make an important contribution to those we serve.

There are a number of different opportunities for volunteers:

  • tutoring/mentoring
  • assisting in the delivery of group programs
  • fundraising
  • providing general administrative support
  • committee work and special event support

We value our relationship with volunteers and want it to be mutually beneficial. Volunteering at the Centre will help you to learn new skills, make new connections and touch people in a significant way.

As part of the volunteer screening process, Griffin Centre conducts interviews with all potential volunteers and provides an orientation for new volunteers. We are required to conduct police checks and to secure references on all volunteers. We also require that a medical check is conducted by your physician. Special forms will be provided to you in order to complete this screening process.

We are always looking for volunteers to fill different positions. If you are interested in volunteering, please send your resume to resume@griffin-centre.org and indicate “Volunteer” in the subject line.

Griffin Centre welcomes Volunteers from all communities inclusive of race, culture, religion, sexual orientation and with differing abilities

 

 

 



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