A few weeks ago, a terrible tragedy took place in and around Portapique, Nova Scotia. As communities across that province deal with the aftermath of this tragedy, it’s evident that Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Nova Scotia Division has become an important resource for those needing support with their mental health. CMHA Nova Scotia needs […]Continue readingHelp Support Mental Health in Nova Scotia
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211 Ontario can help you find support during COVID-19
211 Ontario is your primary source of information on government and community-based social services. Things are changing quickly during this unusual time, but their team is committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about responses to the novel coronavirus. Do you feel overwhelmed or anxious about COVID-19? Do you want information on mental health services […]Continue reading211 Ontario can help you find support during COVID-19
CMHA Celebrates National Volunteer Week 2020
This week, CMHA Middlesex joins organizations across the country in celebrating Canada’s almost 13 million volunteers during National Volunteer Week. The theme this year is It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers. It encourages all Canadians to loudly and proudly cheer for Canada’s volunteers. Volunteers play a crucial role in our organization and our community. […]Continue readingCMHA Celebrates National Volunteer Week 2020
Community organizations call on province to ensure income security during pandemic
More than 130 organization have signed onto an open letter to the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services calling for measures to ensure income security for Ontario’s most vulnerable populations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The Income Security and Advocacy Centre (ISAC) recently initiated an open letter to children, community and social services minister Todd […]Continue readingCommunity organizations call on province to ensure income security during pandemic
An Unknown Heartwarming Tradition
“Gus and Athena Economopoulos are two of the warmest individuals I have ever had the privilege of meeting. They embody what true community spirit is all about,” said Jay MacDonald, Manager of Supportive Transitional Housing. MacDonald is referring to the kind and heartwarming tradition the Economopoulos family, of Richie’s Family Restaurant, has been providing the […]Continue readingAn Unknown Heartwarming Tradition
CMHA celebrates Caregiver Day 2020
Today, CMHA Middlesex joins individuals and organizations across the country in celebrating Caregiver Day. Caregiver Day is intended to honour caregivers — the millions of parents, children, siblings, spouses and friends who provide unpaid care to support someone with a diminishing physical ability, a debilitating cognitive condition or a chronic life-limiting illness. Caregivers often feel […]Continue readingCMHA celebrates Caregiver Day 2020
Understanding social distancing and the importance of social connection
To slow the spread of COVID-19, the main recommendation from government and health officials for the immediate future is “social distancing.” For individuals with mental health concerns who have a tendency to socially isolate themselves already, it’s important to understand that social distancing doesn’t mean to cut yourself off from connection. Rather, physically distancing yourself […]Continue readingUnderstanding social distancing and the importance of social connection
Tips to manage mental health through COVID-19
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 […]Continue readingTips to manage mental health through COVID-19
Talk Today Game Raises $9,200 for CMHA Middlesex
For the sixth year in a row, CMHA Middlesex partnered with the London Knights and Teachers Life on February 14 for the Talk Today game, hosting a successful mental health awareness event and raising $9,200 in the process. Knights fans were treated to a 6-3 win for their team, while also being given a chance […]Continue readingTalk Today Game Raises $9,200 for CMHA Middlesex
CMHA celebrates International Women’s Day 2020
On March 8, CMHA Middlesex will join individuals and organizations around the world in celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) 2020, an annual event held to mark the social, economic and political achievements of women. The theme of IWD 2020 is #EachforEqual, which highlights the need to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness against bias and take […]Continue readingCMHA celebrates International Women’s Day 2020