Having a place to call home is key to recovery from mental health and addictions issues. That’s the message CMHA-S/M is sharing with their community on National Housing Day on November 22. With 1.7 million people in need of housing across Canada, National Housing Day calls on the need for safe and affordable housing for […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes the impact of supportive housing for National Housing Day
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) network consists of 30 branches across the province that provide community-based clinical and social services to Ontarians living with mental health and addictions issues. CMHAs recognize that mental health is influenced by many factors including life experiences, workplace or other environments, and the social and economic conditions that shape […]Continue readingCMHA’s 30 branches concerned about negative impacts
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-S/M 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 and […]Continue readingWorld Homeless Day highlights the importance of supportive housing
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-S/M will commemorate the week by hosting a free BBQ on October 9 at 109 Elm Street. MIAW is an annual national public education campaign coordinated […]Continue readingCMHA-S/M recognizes Mental Illness Awareness Week
(SUDBURY, September 10, 2019) The Suicide Safer Network Sudbury (formerly the North East Suicide Prevention Network) regrets to inform community members that due to inclement weather conditions, the annual World Suicide Prevention Day Butterfly Release and BBQ, scheduled for this evening at the Elizabeth Bell Gazebo, has been canceled. More details regarding the Network’s plan […]Continue readingAnnual Butterfly Release and BBQ canceled due to Inclement Weather
CMHA-S/M is inviting workplace leaders in the community to attend a free one-day workshop emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health and mental health problems in the workplace. The program is fittingly titled Mental Health Works, and is a CMHA National licensed program. CMHA focuses on the importance of mental health and addictions support and […]Continue readingCMHA to educate on mental health in the workplace
The CMHA joins the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP) in inviting all individuals and communities to find a way to recognize and support World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) on September 10th. It can be as simple as sending a message to those who are in despair, those who are grieving, and those who are supporting […]Continue readingCMHA recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day
As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season, CMHA-S/M 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
(Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 – Sudbury) – The following is a statement from Marion Quigley, CEO, CMHA Sudbury / Manitoulin about 200 Larch St. as discussed at City of Greater Sudbury Council last night. “It’s a difficult day for CMHA Sudbury / Manitoulin. We are a proud organization run by dedicated staff members who have […]Continue readingCMHA Sudbury / Manitoulin thanks city, community partners for ongoing support for 200 Larch St. project