Partnering to enable growth and success
Our Story
At the Community Counselling and Resource Centre (CCRC), we have been working to make life better for people living and working in Peterborough City and County since 1956. What started as a group of volunteers has grown into a thriving organization providing life-changing services to thousands of households every year.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower people and strengthen our community by offering counselling and housing support, nurturing personal growth and stability. We believe that everyone deserves access to resources and support to overcome life's challenges.
Our Core Services
We offer a range of services designed to support individuals and families in need. Our core services include:
Housing Resource Centre
Our Housing Resource Centre offers housing support services to anyone who is homeless or at risk of losing their housing. Our experienced staff will work with you to find a solution to your housing needs.
Professional Counselling
Our professional counsellors are trained to listen and support you in overcoming life's challenges. Whether you're facing mental health issues, relationship problems, or simply need someone to talk to, we're here to help.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to support individuals and families in the workplace. Our EAP offers counselling and support services to help employees manage stress, improve work-life balance, and overcome personal challenges.
Our History
The CCRC was formed in 1956 as the Catholic Social Service Bureau and the Volunteers and Information Peterborough agencies. In 1971, these agencies merged to form the Family Counselling Services and Volunteers and Information Peterborough. In 1998, the organization became the Community Counselling Services, and in 2001, it changed its name to the Community Counselling and Resource Centre. In 2016, the organization shortened its name to CCRC.
Our Team
Our teams are made up of skilled professionals from various backgrounds who believe in social justice and the premise that transformational change is possible for anyone. Our program staff bios can be found on their respective program pages, and our Senior Leadership, Administration, and Philanthropy teams are listed below.
Board of Directors
Our board is comprised of a diverse group of community-minded leaders who share a commitment to social justice and community betterment.
Overall Assessment
The reviews for this service range from highly critical to positive, reflecting the mixed experiences of those who have used it.
Critical Review
The first review, given by Michael Archer, is extremely negative. He assigns a rating of 1 star and claims that the service is unprofessional, unresponsive, and poor value for money. He specifically mentions waiting nine months to see an unlicensed therapist for just six sessions. He concludes that the service is a waste of taxpayer money and suggests that funds would be better spent on other initiatives, such as painting lines on roads pink.
Positive Reviews
In contrast, Andrea & Michael VanDerHerberg and Sue Potter both give the service high ratings of 5 stars. They praise the organization as a valuable community partner and a great resource for finding counselors. Sue highlights the affordable cost, the variety of counselors to choose from, and the user-friendly intake procedure. Both reviewers also mention the availability of groups for specific issues, such as anger management and loss.
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