Initiating Change

Are you starting from scratch? The resources in this section will help you engage members of your community and identify gaps in care. You can also find examples of successful Community Resource Directories.

Initiating Change
First Steps

First Steps

These resources will help you determine the ‘lay of the land’ in your community and plan your first steps.

Engaging Youth and Families

Youth and families have been integral partners in the CYMHSU Collaborative. Here are suggestions for how to meaningfully engage them in the work you’re doing.

Community Resource Directories

Here are many examples of how you can share information about supports and resources in your community:

Mapping

Mapping a child, youth or family’s experience of care helps you identify gaps and determine where to best focus in addressing them.