"Mood Disorders Ottawa"
MDO is a registered, nonprofit volunteer-run organization that supports people with mood disorders and their loved ones.
About Mood Disorders Ottawa
MDO is a registered, nonprofit volunteer-run organization that supports people with mood disorders and their loved ones. For 20 years, MDO has provided a variety of programs and services, including confidential support groups, social events, a radio show and monthly information meetings, featuring guest speakers from the mental health field and beyond.
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MDO ANNUAL PICNIC
Join us Monday July 26th for MDO ’ s
Annual Picnic.
We will be meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Vincent Massey Park.
This event is FREE and is open to all MDO members and their families and friends.
Please contact MDO info line or email address regarding your attendance so that we will know how many burgers to order.
If you desire, you may bring a salad or a dessert.
Look for our MDO banner for directions to the picnic.
MDO Info Line 613-526-5406
Email: mdosupport@hotmail.com
General Information
MDO Monthly Information Meetings
Info-Night is held on the third Tuesday of each month (Sept. - May) from 7:30-9:15pm, and includes a speaker or panel, a Q&A session and refreshments. This meeting is open to people with mood disorders, their loved ones and the interested public. It is held at Southminster Church, 15 Aylmer Avenue (near the Rideau Canal and Bank St.), 3rd Floor. Entrance is at the rear of the building. There is limited free parking at the rear of the building and on side streets. For upcoming speakers and topics, please check the Calendar.
A bimonthly peer support group, formerly known as Charlie's Rap Group, for adults with mood disorders. Please join us for a friendly, confidential discussion of mood disorder-related topics. The group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 1355 Bank Street, 4th floor (follow the signs), from 7:15-9:15 pm.
You do not need to be a member to attend these informal gatherings, however we hope you will choose to support MDO. For more information, leave a message on the MDO Info-line 613-526-5406 or contact the facilitators (evenings): Yvan 613-526-2111 and Howard 613-265-4432.
A monthly family support group for adult relatives and friends of people with mood disorders. Discussions are friendly and confidential. The group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 7:00-9:00 pm at the Orleans United Church, 1111 Orleans Blvd. (at Fortune Blvd.). For more information, please call the MDO Info-line 613-526-5406 or contact the facilitator, Jackie R., at 613-837-7430.
Discovery 2000 Subsidized Recreation Program
This year-round program provides 2-3 very low-cost recreational events each month for our members with mood disorders. Discovery outings can include movies, museums, mini-golf, bowling, day trips and restaurant outings. All members are welcome to participate, however only members with mood disorders are subsidized. Please bring your membership card or complete a membership application and fee payment at the event. Call the MDO Info-line 613-526-5406 or email to: mdosupport@hotmail.com request a membership form and calendar of events.
Offers news, views and interviews on a range of mental health issues. Airs each Wednesday 9:30-10:00 am on CKCU 93.1 FM (live online @ http://www.ckcufm.com/. Call Heather 613-722-2540 or email to : SoundMindRadio@yahoo.com
For more info visit : http://www.ckcufm.com/node/83
Web site coming soon at : http://members.webs.com/MembersB/EditPage/www.soundmindradio.ca/
"Notes From the Chair"
This year MDO continues to offer its members an opportunity to help in their own recovery through participating in WRAP and Pathways to Recovery programs. Longstanding activities such as Discovery 2000, bi monthly support group, info night and movie night also will continue and we hope to expand our slate of programs as we plan for the future.
Without the dedication of MDO members volunteering their time most of the above mentioned activities would not be offered. Walter and I, along with all board members thank all of you and hope that you will continue with your efforts.
Walter and I would like to encourage all of you to participate in building a sustainable organization through volunteering, taking part in the activities, providing feed back on our current activities and mailing any suggestions you have for new ones.
UNTIL NEXT TIME!!!!
Walter and Lianna
Membership Information
If you would like to renew your membership or become a member of MDO, please complete and return our Membership Form or contact us to request the form be mailed to you.
If you would like to join our team of dedicated volunteers, please complete and return our Volunteer Form.
Click here for the MDO calendar of events.
If you would like to be on our mailing list for our newsletter/calendar, contact MDO.
MDO Contact Information:
Write to : c/o Canadian Mental Health Association
301 - 1355 Bank Street - Ottawa, ON K1H 8K7 Attention:(MDO)
Info-line: 613-526-5406
Email: mdosupport@hotmail.com
Upcoming Events
Info Nights
We wish to thank everyone who attended the annual AGM.
A special thanks to all that volunteered and help make it a huge success.
We wish to thank all outgoing board members and welcome all new ones.
"Announcements"
MDO is offering another FREE
"WRAP" Program
For 10 weeks
Starting on Monday September 20th from 7:10-9:10
To sign up or get more information
contact Walter or Lianna
(613) 526-5406 or e-mail
mdosupport@hotmail.com
Sign up early space is limited!
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MDO is offering a FREE 12 week program
on “Pathways to Recovery” starting on
Thursday September 23rd from 7:10-9:10 p.m.
To sign up or to get more information
contact Jeff or Mylene at
(613) 526-5406 or e-mail
at mooddisordersottawa.ca
Sign up early space is limited!
