Hope and Me – Mood Disorders Association of Ontario (MDAO)

Hope and Me – Mood Disorders Association of Ontario (MDAO)is a registered charitable organization supporting individuals, families, and communities across Ontario who are affected by mood disorders. For nearly 40 years, Hope and Me has delivered accessible, recovery‑focused mental health supports grounded in lived experience. Programs include peer support groups, one‑on‑one peer support, counselling, workshops, education, and community outreach. All services are offered free of charge and delivered through trauma‑informed, person‑centred, and culturally responsive approaches. Community fundraising and partnerships help ensure that individuals living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and related challenges can access timely, compassionate support when they need it most.