No images? Click here
Mental Health Week May 2023
This year's Mental Health Week runs from May 1-7, 2023 with the theme being "My Story". Collectively and individually, we have multiple layers and stories that make us who we are and while each year 1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental illness or mental health issue, 5 in 5 of us - that's all people - have mental health. Check out what to expect with this year's Mental Health Week and how you can participate.
Share Your Mental Health Story
Do you have a recovery story to share about your journey with a mental illness? This #MentalHealthWeek let's remember that these stories can provide great comfort, hope and encouragement to those who are struggling with their mental health. Sharing your story can also help reduce the stigma associated with mental illness.
Free Mental Health Service Navigation App
Be Safe by mindyourmind is a free and anonymous mobile app designed to support people in reaching out for mental health support. The app does not replace professional clinical advice or emergency services, but looks to support users in navigating relevant and reliable resources in Niagara.
Savemylife.ca
Niagara is working together to support those in our community experiencing addiction. Local organizations have come together to create a service for anyone seeking help. Here you can find programs around the Niagara region that can provide support that you or your loved ones may need. By answering some basic questions on the website, the visitor is guided to available resources in the community. Spread the word! Link savemylife.ca to your platforms and advertise this resource to your family, friends, workplace and community.
Low Risk Drinking Guidelines
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) released an update to the Low Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines from 2021, now entitling it Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health. A new message in these guidelines is that there is no risk-free level of alcohol consumption. Check out these new guidelines.
You are not alone
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or have symptoms of depression? Not only does Niagara Parents support your questions about children, we are also here to support you. Niagara Parents offers a wide variety of classes and programs including our FREE group-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program. In this program, you will meet in a virtual group weekly with a public health nurse to learn new skills, strategies, and tools to help manage anxiety and depression. Learn more about eligibility requirements and program availability.
