Staying Connected
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Town of Whitby
The Town of Whitby has provided a variety of resources and ideas for you to stay connected socially while practicing physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mental health resources
Whitby is a caring community - if you need help, there are many free resources to support you and help you stay connected socially while practicing physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The first step to feeling better is often talking, but talking about mental health isn’t always easy. Bell created a conversation guide that can be used to talk to someone you are concerned about. View it and other helpful resources from Bell Let’s Talk Day: here.
Additional resource:
o Durham Region mental health resources and services
As we continue to work together through the challenges that the pandemic has created, we know that many people are struggling with mental health issues. View some of the resources available to support you.
Canadian Mental Health Association |
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The Canadian Mental Health Association Durham is an integrated community mental health and primary care hub. The association provides a broad number of services to individuals and families experiencing mental health challenges from information and education to case management, psychosocial rehabilitation, housing and primary healthcare. |
Durham Region |
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Durham Region also provides information to help support individuals through COVID-19. View their COVID-19 support: |
Lakeridge Health |
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Lakeridge Health supports Durham Region residents on their care journey whether individuals are seeking medical attention or mental health services. Visit the Lakeridge Health website for more information to find support. |
Ways you can stay connected during COVID-19
We encourage you to stay connected with friends, family and peers in ways that follow social distancing guidelines to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and keep everyone safe.
Discover your virtual library |
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The Whitby Library Central location is open. You can also check out our digital collections! Digital collectionUsing your Whitby Public Library card, get access to our virtual library. From bestselling books (in eBook and eAudio formats) to blockbuster movies, your favourite music, magazines and newspapers—we have something for everyone. Online programsWhitby Public Library offers a number of online programs for you to explore innovative ways to connect with each other. No library card? No problem! New patrons can apply for a library card online. |
Fun virtual activities |
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These are only a few recommendations of the many activities for you to explore on virtual platforms:
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Recreation and general interests activities |
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Keep busy and get creative! Try a free cooking class, get creative with a new craft or keep active. Choose from a variety of free activities and videos below and share your experience on social media using the hashtag #StayingConnected. Here are a list of resources to get you inspired: Active Living
Arts and Crafts
CookingEducational
Music and Dance
Science
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Seniors' Centre Without Walls |
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Whitby's 55+ Services is pleased to offer the Seniors' Centre Without Walls program to help connect people who are age 55+ with interactive phone activities. This free telephone program features interesting topics as well as friendly conversations. Sponsored by a grant from Ontario Ministry of Seniors, this program operates in conjunction with the Whitby Public Library. To phone into a session:
You will then hear the moderator for the call to begin. Enjoy! The one-hour sessions take place at the following times:
Please note that the program does not run on statutory holidays. |
Virtual tours, theme park rides, escape rooms and more |
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Take advantage of the great indoor activities across Canada by taking virtual tours of a museum, virtually visiting a National Park or riding on a roller coaster! Explore one of the following today: |
Caring for our community
We care about each and every one of our residents and community members. To make sure that everyone is safe and supported through COVID-19, we have created services to help you during this time.
Violence Against Women Shelters |
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During the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the essential services of the four “Violence Against Women” (VAW) shelters in Durham Region are open to support women with and without children who are experiencing violence and abuse. Trained and experienced counselors are ready to take your calls 24/7, and will help you to identify your options and resources. VAW Shelters in Durham: |
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