CMHA recognizes the value of family caregivers Every day, more than 3 million Ontarians provide support to loved ones facing illness, mental health issues, disability or challenges associated with aging. On April 3, CMHA Brant Haldimand Norfolk joins organizations and communities across the province for Family Caregiver Day, an annual event to recognize and celebrate […]
March 25, 2020 – Deemed an essential service by the Ontario government amid public health concerns related to COVID-19, Canadian Mental Health Association, Brant Haldimand Norfolk remains open and is ensuring community mental health and addictions supports are safely available by providing programs, services and information over the phone and by email. Referrals are still being taken, […]
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In the wake of COVID-19, Canadians are facing a new reality of social distancing, self-quarantining and isolation in order to protect public health and safety. These new circumstances may lead individuals with mental health concerns into heightened symptoms of anxiety and depression. In what may be a difficult time for many, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) […]
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In recent weeks, news of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been at the forefront of many of our minds. For some, the news has increased anxiety and concern about personal risk. The first step in managing this type of anxiety is educating yourself. So, here we are going to talk about what the coronavirus is, signs of […]
BounceBack can provide you with support in your own language. For those struggling with low mood, worry, stress, or mild to moderate depression or anxiety, you can look to the Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA’s) free skill-building program BounceBack®: Reclaim your health. Through one-on-one telephone coaching and online videos offered in multiple languages, adults and […]
September 10, 2018 @ All Day – Canadians save lives by taking the time to join together on World Suicide Prevention Day Working together, we can raise awareness about suicide. On World Suicide Prevention Day, wear a suicide awareness ribbon. The beautiful orange and yellow ribbon represents light in the darkness. It is a symbol of hope and possibility. Wear a ribbon […]Continue readingWorld Suicide Prevention Day, September 10, 2018
April 19, 2017 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Do you have a loved one struggling with addiction and mental health problems? Would you like to have a better understanding of their situation and challenges? Or find out more about support and resources? Join us for an education about substance use, mental illness and concurrent disorders: Specific strategies to help your loved one Support […]Continue readingConcurrent Disorders Family Information Evening – Wednesday, April 19, 2017
April 6, 2017 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Do you have a loved one struggling with addiction and mental health problems? Would you like to have a better understanding of their situation and challenges? Or find out more about support and resources? Join us for an education about substance use, mental illness and concurrent disorders: Specific strategies to help your loved one Support […]Continue readingConcurrent Disorders Family Information Evening – Thursday, April 6, 2017
March 14, 2017 @ 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – If your loved one suffers from mental illness and your family needs support and caregiving strategies, please join us . The group is facilitated by family members who understand first-hand what is required to help and support a loved one when challenges arise. Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m. The second Tuesday of each month, with […]Continue readingFamilies Caring, Families Sharing – March 2017
February 15, 2017 @ 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm – Suicide Bereavement is a unique type of grieving. In addition to the profound sense of loss, survivors are also left with a deep sense of guilt, regret and shame. This group is an opportunity for survivors of suicide loss to connect with other survivors and talk openly about suicide, with people who really understand what […]Continue readingSuicide Bereavement Support Group, Wednesday, February 15, 2017
