(March 24, 2020) Deemed an essential service by the Ontario government amid public health concerns related to COVID-19, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Middlesex remains open and is ensuring community mental health and addictions supports are safely available by providing programs, services and information online and over the phone as this situation develops. If you […]Continue readingCOVID-19 Service Update: We’ve changed the way we deliver service, but we’re here for you!
The Champion of Mental Health Awards are presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Middlesex Branch and honour both an individual and an organization in the communities of London and Middlesex who have made a significant contribution in the following areas: Reducing stigma experienced by people with mental illness Providing support or treatment to people with […]Continue readingChampion of Mental Health Awards 2020 – Nominate Today
Mental health in the agriculture industry has recently become a topic of growing concern. Farmers face a unique set of challenges, such as weather conditions, crop infestation, animal disease, market volatility, and more. Often these issues are out of farmers’ control, yet directly affect their livelihoods and can negatively impact their well-being. Research shows that […]Continue readingRaising mental health awareness for farmers
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 […]Continue readingFeeling low? Stressed? Anxious?
Housing with supports is key to recovery for many people living with mental health or addictions issues. This is one of the main messages that CMHA Middlesex is sharing with the community to mark World Homeless Day this October 10. Evidence indicates that having a place to call home means a better quality of life […]Continue readingWorld Homeless Day highlights the importance of supportive housing
On Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, CMHA Middlesex will join international mental health organizations to celebrate World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is supported by the World Health Organization as an important way to raise awareness and advocate for better care for those with mental health issues worldwide. The theme this year is working […]Continue readingCMHA Middlesex recognizes world mental health day
About Mental Health Works: Mental Health Works are a series of workshops that provide person-centered, evidence based, solution focused information specifically geared towards mental health in the work place. The aim of these workshops is to create and promote a culture of awareness, safety and acceptance that allows employees and employers alike a more qualitative […]Continue readingMental Health Works
On a beautiful Saturday evening in September, London and surrounding-area community members came together in support of My Sisters’ Place (MSP) at the second annual Night of Country in the Country. Close to 200 attendees, decked out in plaid shirts, country boots and hats arrived at the Purple Hill Opry in Thorndale, Ontario. George Fox, […]Continue readingCommunity dusts off their country boots in support of My Sisters’ Place
The second week of October brings with it the reminder that millions of Canadians live with mental illnesses every day. Oct 6-12 is Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), and CMHA Middlesex will commemorate the week by hosting a Sharing Our Stories event on October 9 at the Central Public Library. MIAW is an annual national […]Continue readingCMHA Middlesex recognizes Mental Illness Awareness Week
As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season, CMHA Middlesex is reminding people to keep mental health in mind during the transition. While a new school year can be exciting, it can also cause stress and anxiety. CMHA suggests maintaining positive mental health during this seasonal shift with the following strategies: Take care of your […]Continue readingBack to school mental health tips