Mareas -Comprehensive Therapeutic Services for Children & Families

Mareas -Comprehensive Therapeutic Services for Children & Families Mareas is a therapeutic support provider offering services for children, teens & adults. In-home & Community Support also available.

Services include individual therapy, play therapy, behaviour supports, supervised access, & therapeutic groups. Our team of highly trained professional therapists and counsellors provide a variety of client-centered services for children and their families. Mareas' goal is to promote healthy relationships, nurture growth, development and communication within and outside the family. Based in Hamilton, Mareas offers in-home services throughout a large catchment area in southern and south central Ontario. (Hamilton/Halton, Brant County, Niagara Region, Peel Region). At Mareas we offer a wide range of services including psycho/educational assessments, Individual therapy, Adoption Services, Supervised Access, Support Groups and more. In addition to our private therapeutic services we are a Licensed Foster Care Provider through the Ministry of Children & Youth..

💛💜Foster Hope. Change a Life. 🩷🩵Right now, children and youth in our community need safe, caring homes and sometimes all...
03/25/2026

💛💜Foster Hope. Change a Life. 🩷🩵

Right now, children and youth in our community need safe, caring homes and sometimes all it takes is one family willing to open their door and their heart.

At Mareas Therapeutic Services, fostering means you are never doing this alone. As a private agency, our foster families are supported by a dedicated team of therapists, case managers, and specialized support staff who walk alongside you every step of the way.

✔ Ongoing training and guidance
✔ 24/7 support from experienced professionals
✔ A collaborative team approach
✔ Meaningful impact in a child’s life
✔ Tax-free honorarium to help offset daily costs

Foster care isn’t about being perfect it’s about being present. When you foster with Mareas, you become part of a village committed to helping children heal, grow, and thrive.

Searching for homes in the following areas:

Niagara Region
Hamilton 
Haldimand-Norfolk

If you’ve ever wondered whether fostering might be right for you or your family, we’d love to start the conversation.

📞 1-855-627-3271
📧 info@mareas.ca
🌐 www.mareas.ca

Foster hope, with a village behind you.

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✨ ZOOM ZONE is BACK! ✨🧠⚡ ADHD Superpowers: A Social-Emotional Group for Kids (Ages 7–11)At Mareas, we believe every chil...
03/20/2026

✨ ZOOM ZONE is BACK! ✨

🧠⚡ ADHD Superpowers: A Social-Emotional Group for Kids (Ages 7–11)

At Mareas, we believe every child has unique strengths and sometimes those “busy brains” just need the right space to shine 💙

Zoom Zone is designed to help kids:
✔ Build emotional regulation skills
✔ Improve focus & attention
✔ Strengthen confidence and friendships
✔ Learn to embrace their ADHD as a superpower

📍 Location: 7 Hwy 20 E, Fonthill
📅 Tuesdays (Weekly)
🗓 April 28 – June 16, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

💰 $395
✔ Covered by OAP funding
✔ Eligible for some private insurance

👧👦 Designed for:
• Children ages 7–11
• Diagnosed with ADHD or attention challenges
• Kids who struggle with emotional regulation

📩 Spots are limited!
Register now: info@mareas.ca

📞 1-855-627-3271

💬 Let’s help your child thrive—not just cope.

🌟 We’re Hiring in Niagara! Join the Mareas Team 🌟Mareas Therapeutic Services is currently seeking Part-Time Independent ...
03/09/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring in Niagara! Join the Mareas Team 🌟

Mareas Therapeutic Services is currently seeking Part-Time Independent Contractors for the following roles:

👥 Specialized Support Worker

Support children and youth with complex needs in their homes and community.

Minimum Requirements
• Diploma/Degree in Social Service Worker, Child & Youth Care, Developmental Services, Educational Assistant or related field
• Min 2 years frontline experience supporting children/youth with behavioural, developmental, or mental health needs
• Ability to work independently in client homes and community settings
• Flexible availability (after school, evenings or weekends)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Clear Broad Spectrum Police Check

📍 Work Location: Primarily Niagara Region with some work in Hamilton
🕒 Schedule: Part-time independent contractor (flexible hours)

💵 $20-$25 based on experience

 

💬 Family Outreach Worker

Work directly with families to support behaviour plans, parenting strategies, and therapeutic goals.

Minimum Requirements
• Degree or diploma in Social Work, Psychology, BSW, Child/Youth Studies
• Minimum 5 years direct frontline experience working with children, youth, and families
• Experience implementing behaviour plans and family support strategies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check

📍 Work Location: Primarily Niagara Region with some work in Hamilton
🕒 Schedule: Part-time independent contractor (flexible hours)

💵 $25-$30 based on experience

Private Foster Care – Did You Know? In Ontario, licensed agencies work collaboratively with child protection to provide ...
03/09/2026

Private Foster Care – Did You Know? In Ontario, licensed agencies work collaboratively with child protection to provide children and youth with nurturing, well-supported family homes. 💗

We are looking for foster families for children ages 5–17 in:
📍 Niagara
📍 Hamilton
📍 Haldimand-Norfolk

💗You may be the home a child has been hoping for.💗

👉 Contact Mareas @ info@mareas.ca

💗 Today we celebrate the incredible women who make up the heart of Mareas. 💗Every day we witness the dedication, compass...
03/08/2026

💗 Today we celebrate the incredible women who make up the heart of Mareas. 💗

Every day we witness the dedication, compassion, and strength that each of you brings to this work. You pour your hearts into supporting children, youth, and families, advocating fiercely, standing beside them through challenges, and reminding them that they are never alone. Your kindness, professionalism, and unwavering commitment make a difference in ways that truly matter.

Today we also honour the amazing women within our community partnerships. We are grateful for the relationships we have built. When women come together with shared purpose and respect, incredible things happen. We look forward to these partnerships continuing to grow and thrive. 🌸

And to the mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, and aunties in our lives  you are our inspiration. Your love, wisdom, and strength shape our communities and guide the next generation.

Together, as a village, we will continue to lift one another up and create brighter futures for the children and families we serve.

Today we celebrate you. Today we thank you. Today and every day. 💗

🌟 Approved for March Break Support Funding?🌟If your child has been approved for March Break Camp or 1:1 support funding,...
03/05/2026

🌟 Approved for March Break Support Funding?🌟

If your child has been approved for March Break Camp or 1:1 support funding, Mareas can help!

Our trained support workers provide individualized 1:1 support for children and youth with special needs so they can enjoy activities safely and successfully.

Why families choose Mareas:

✔ Therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
✔ Highly trained and experienced staff
✔ Creative Staff that meet the specific needs of your child
✔ Thorough staff screening including Broad Spectrum Police Checks and Child Welfare clearances for added peace of mind

We support children at camps, in the community, and at home.

Let us help your child have a fun, supported March Break and beyond!

📧 Contact us today:  info@mareas.ca

🌟 Approved for March Break Support Funding?🌟If your child has been approved for March Break Camp or 1:1 support funding,...
03/05/2026

🌟 Approved for March Break Support Funding?🌟

If your child has been approved for March Break Camp or 1:1 support funding, Mareas can help!

Our trained specialized support workers provide individualized 1:1 support for children and youth with special needs so they can enjoy activities safely and successfully.

Why families choose Mareas:

✔ Therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
✔ Highly trained and experienced staff
✔ Creative Staff that meet the specific needs of your child
✔ Thorough staff screening including Broad Spectrum Police Checks and Child Welfare clearances for added peace of mind

We support children at camps, in the community, and at home.

Let us help your child have a fun, supported March Break and beyond!
📧 Contact us today: info@mareas.ca

✨ You’re in great hands with the Mareas Team.How do I know?Because just this past week I watched our team in action with...
03/03/2026

✨ You’re in great hands with the Mareas Team.

How do I know?

Because just this past week I watched our team in action with some of the most incredible kids.

I watched them work their magic with high-needs kiddos while honouring each child for their unique strengths, challenges, and individual needs.

I watched teammates support one another, getting creative in the moment to connect with kids in ways that truly meet them where they are.

I watched our team pour their hearts into advocating for children and making sure their voices and needs come first.

That’s how I know.

Because I saw it in action. 💙

At Mareas, putting kids first isn’t just something we say, it’s something we live, every single day.

Do you find yourself yelling out of frustration and you are left wondering why your children don't listen? Here are five...
02/25/2026

Do you find yourself yelling out of frustration and you are left wondering why your children don't listen?
Here are five ways to stop yelling, and what you can say instead.

Still frustrated and in need of support? Reach out to Mareas today to see what we can do for you. info@mareas.ca

MEET REBECCA!Rebecca graduated with a BA with Major in psychology from Brock University and has taught at Niagara Colleg...
02/23/2026

MEET REBECCA!

Rebecca graduated with a BA with Major in psychology from Brock University and has taught at Niagara College in the Autism and Behaviour Science Program. Rebecca has also worked as an Educational Assistant where she supported children identified with communication, behavioural, and physical exceptionalities.

Rebecca has a lifelong love of horses. She has owned her own equestrian facility and has combined her passions to teach therapeutic riding in the past as well. She enjoys the outdoors, camping, hiking, and kayaking with her family.

Reach out to Mareas today to get connected with Rebecca!

"We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone". - Ronald ReaganYou never know what someone else is going throug...
02/22/2026

"We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone". - Ronald Reagan

You never know what someone else is going through. Even the smallest act of kindness can make a difference.

Have you ever thought of becoming a foster parent? Let Mareas debunk some common foster care myths for you, so you have ...
02/21/2026

Have you ever thought of becoming a foster parent? Let Mareas debunk some common foster care myths for you, so you have truthful, honest information about what that journey could look like.

Questions? Reach out to us today info@mareas.ca

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7 Highway 20
Fonthill, ON

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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Our team of highly trained professional therapists and counsellors provide a variety of client-centered services for children and their families. Mareas' goal is to promote healthy relationships, nurture growth, development and communication within and outside the family.

Based in Hamilton, Mareas offers in-home services throughout a large catchment area in southern and south central Ontario. (Hamilton/Halton, Brant County, Niagara Region). We offer a wide range of services including but not limited to Individual therapy for adults and children/youth, Adoption Services, Play therapy, Supervised Access, a variety of Support Groups for families, and children.

In 2016 we also became a licensed Foster Care Provider with the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services. We provide treatment foster care for children aged 0-18 years old. Our families are trained in therapeutic interventions, and parent from a trauma informed lens. We look for individuals and families in the area of Hamilton and neighbouring communities such as Niagara, Haldimand-Norfolk, Brant County, Halton and Cambridge to be a part of our clinical team, to help children and youth who need a safe and nurturing environment until they can return to their families.