What is this program?
The Young Families Program is a health-care service for adolescent mothers and their children. The program acts as the medical home for the mother and infant and follows the family until the children reach two or three years old.
What does this program offer?
- Individual and Infant Therapies:
- Psychotherapy
- Psychosocial/mental health support
- Comprehensive health care
- Management of acute/chronic illness
- Nutrition or feeding concerns
- Parenting education and support
- Sexual health
- Coordination of care with community partners
Who is this program for?
11 – 18 years old
Toronto Central
How can I access this program?
In-person
Virtual
Do I need a referral?
- Primary care referral (i.e. Doctor or Nurse Practitioner)
- Referral through EpicCare Link: Refer a Patient | SickKids
- Hospital referral
Are there any people who aren’t the best fit for this program?
While this program aims to help everyone, there are some that have needs this program doesn’t cover, including:
- Families who can find care within the community, stable housing or supports at home
Learn more
Young Families Program | SickKids Adolescent Medicine | SickKids
