CMHA North & West Vancouver Branch
300-1835 Lonsdale Ave V7M 2J8 North Vancouver, BC, Canada

All our online groups will break for the holidays from December 21, 2020 to January 4, 2021. We look forward to seeing again you in the New Year!

It’s important to know how to provide help to someone experiencing a mental health crisis. Register for one of our Mental Health First Aid courses in January! It could help you save a life. https://buff.ly/37QoBAa

As we find ourselves back in semi-lockdown mode its time to take more measures to protect our mental health. Here are some tips on how to cope

As we push through 2nd wave of the #pandemic, Canadians’ #mentalhealth is deteriorating. And Canada’s vulnerable populations are feeling it the most. Learn more: https://buff.ly/36CfaVK

Two Mental Health First Aid Standard Virtual courses are being offered in January! Find out how to register. https://buff.ly/37QoBAa

Connecting with our kids when anxiety leads to social isolation is the topic of our November In the Know video. You can watch this 35 minute conversation betwe...en 2 parents and a counsellor as they talk about what anxiety and social isolation are, what it can look like and feel like for our kids and at home, strategies families can try, and how important it is to connect with our children before doing the hard work of trying new things. Speakers include: Christine Yu, M.A., R.C.C., and a doctoral student member of Anxiety Canada’s Scientific Advisory Committee Diane Evans, Single Parent and FamilySmart Parent in Residence, BC Children's Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre Victoria Keddis - FamilySmart Practice Manager & Facilitator, and mom of 2 adult children. Watch the video on FamilySmart's YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/x5rvQPUbnSI

The Ambulance Paramedics of B.C. says COVID-19 protocols may compound mental health and addiction issues during the holidays, and emergency care for patients may be impacted due to critically low staffing among paramedics and dispatchers.

#ICYMI our December newsletter is up on our website! #seasonsgreetings https://buff.ly/3ncxtH7

Get social.safely! Check out our online groups and activities schedule for November #covid19 #mentalhealth https://buff.ly/2W5LN9X

Working under acutely stressful circumstances for prolonged periods of time can really impact our mental health. But talking to someone who understands those challenges can help. Frontline healthcare workers seeking person-to-person support can now talk with a trained peer support volunteer via instant chat or by telephone on 1-866-802-7337 (PEER). #caretospeak https://buff.ly/3g3Qasi

Thank you to our Veterans - past present and future! #remembranceday #lestweforget

Call volume to Crisis Centre B.C. has increased by an average of 25% over the past seven months but more funds are needed to meet this increase in demand.

Before the duty to accommodate comes the duty to inquireCMHA's new #RespondingWithRespect Workplace Mental Health Skills for Managers gives you tools to create a mentally healthy and safe workplace. Book your workshop today! https://buff.ly/3dwXlJq

There are big concerns that our mental health could get worse this winter under a second wave of #COVID19. Here are 5 tips from experts on how to prioritize our #mentalhealth as the pandemic drags on

ATTN workplace leaders: #MentalHealth is everyone’s business. Invest in #NotMyselfToday and make employee #wellness a priority. Learn more at https://buff.ly/31wHBBr #CHWMonth

#ICYMI Foundations for Social Change’s direct cash transfer study shows promising results for people recently homeless in a global first!

Workplace #MentalHealth is about creating a culture that values #wellness. Learn about implementing a healthy workplace strategy today. #CHWMonth https://buff.ly/3jfx9UV

Anxiety has been the dominant mental health issue of the pandemic so far, but experts warm that COVID anxiety could turn into COVID depression over the winter months.

And relax.We are now offering two online #meditation groups each week to help you cultivate calm and lift your mood. #mentalhealth https://buff.ly/2VqFA8M

COVID-19 has been wreaking havoc with our mental health through the spring, summer and early fall, and it’s unlikely to ease up as we move into winter. If you are one of the 17% of Canadians who experience #SAD then here are some tips to help you through the colder months.

A new survey from @camhnews reveals that the mental health gender gap is widening with women displaying higher anxiety levels for the first time in months. Experts say the results reflect growing anxiety surrounding the home, with children’s return to school and persistent gender roles that have women responsible for child and home care, affecting their return to the workforce.

Thank you to White LeBlanc Financial Planners for supporting our recent Mental Health First Aid course in Powell River! Here are some pictures from the event and the participants and team behind it. #mentalhealth

Register by 5pm tomorrow for our upcoming Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Course! This 6-week program starts on Nov 5 and will teach you how to motivate yourself with compassion rather than criticism. To register and receive the Zoom link email [email protected]

#DYK that getting green-fingered can play an important role in achieving and maintaining happiness and mental well-being? Find out more about the mental health benefits of gardening!