The Kettle Society supports people with mental illness to lead healthier lives. The Kettle is committed to practical and non-judgemental harm reduction strategies in all its work, as it has been for over 35 years. The Kettle has a holistic approach that views physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as interconnected and equally important. The Kettle Health Clinic is a safe and accepting place for to get medical help. Everyone is welcome. The nurse at the Kettle clinic offer wound care, treatment of minor illnesses and injuries, immunization, testing for sexually transmitted infections, womens health care and PAP tests, chronic disease management, health education, foot care, and referrals to other health care providers. The clinic is open Monday and Tuesday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm and Thursdays, 9:00 12:00 noon. Hours are subject to change. The Drop-In Centre is the heart of The Kettle and offers recreational, social, and life skills programs for community integration of individuals with a mental health disability, including mens and womens groups. The Drop-In also offers womens lounge, hot showers and laundry facilities, a Tuck Shop run by a Kettle member, clothing store, a computer room, recreational activities, cooking classes, and special events. Kettle members can enjoy socializing and participating in activities at the Drop-In. The Kettle Drop-In life skills training and leisure social-recreational activities last year had over 45,000 participants. The Kettle Drop-In meal program serves over 22,000 meals to 2,500 individuals annually including every holiday. Meals are provided at 11:30 am daily and cost $1.00 for mental health consumers. The Drop-In is open 365 days a year. Current hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 7pm Sat/Sun: 10-5 / Summer hours: TBA or contact