PCHS Calgary

For the month of April 2021, our staff member Aman Chahal and volunteer Harman Gill have been selected as recipients of our monthly recognition award for their outstanding efforts. Last month was a busy time at PCHS with many moving parts, both these spectacular ladies were valuable in our successes. On behalf of the entire team of PCHS Calgary, we sincerely appreciate your contributions. Aman shined during our Anti-Bullying campaign with her informative video and following media appearances which have helped provide important education and awareness to our community. Harman has been such a committed volunteer and as demands rise, so does Harman, assisting with so many functions that are imperative to PCHS’s success. Congrats and a big thank you to these strong and inspiring women! #PCHSCalgary #Volunteer #appriciationpost

Reminder for the workshop!!!Registration is open now for PCHS Calgary’s upcoming parenting workshop! Please join us on Tomorrow May18th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and gain insight on parenting styles, techniques, and much more. Aman Chahal, our Registered Provisional Psychologist, will also have an open Q & A after the session. To register, please call 587-999-9312 or send an email at [email protected] #PCHSCalgary #Parentingworkshp #Parentingtechniques #Parentingstyles

PCHS Calgary’s Nina Saini addresses the importance of raising mental health awareness and fighting stigma among the South Asian community in Calgary, especially during Covid. For those struggling with their mental health, resources are available. Please reach out for support, you are not alone. https://www.cbc.ca//calgary-northeast-south-asian-covid-su

Mental Health Awareness Week here we would focus on ourselves, what is going around us, what are the factors impeding our progress and growth, how to overcome these barriers and what is conducive to attain our purpose of personal well being. The task is big and can’t be done on individual level. Therefore it essentially requires involvement of others so as to benefit from experiences and thoughts of each other. Besides this, the community available resources can be fully utilized to get optimum benefits of getting ourselves peaceful, calm and stress free #PCHSCalgary #Mentalhealthweek #Communitysupport

PCHS Calgary is excited to announce a new collaboration with PREM and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary for a South Asian youth mentorship pilot project which is launching soon! PREM is spearheading the initiative which will connect youth to positive role models from the South Asian community. Mentors will help empower and build a healthy connection through shared lived experiences with mentees. PREM would like to invite South Asian youth (mentees) between the ages of 12 and 17 to apply now! If you are interested please call at 403-616-2779 #PCHSCalgary #PREM #Biggertogether #MentoringMatters

Registration is open now for PCHS Calgary’s upcoming parenting workshop! Please join us on Tuesday, May18th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and gain insight on parenting styles, techniques, and much more. Aman Chahal, our Registered Provisional Psychologist, will also have an open Q & A after the session. To register, please call 587-999-9312 or send an email at [email protected] #PCHSCalgary #Parentingworkshp #Parentingtechniques #Parentingstyles

Today is #BellLetsTalk Day, and PCHS Calgary staff would like to take a part of this campaign. Now more than ever, every action counts. Mental health is of even greater significance in these unprecedented times of Covid-19. Join us as we kick off the 11th annual Bell Let's Talk mental health initiative by actively engaging together in this campaign. For every tweet and retweet using #BellLetsTalk or view an official Bell Let’s Talk Day video, Bell will donate 5 more to Canad...ian mental health initiatives. You can also visit their website and partake in their free virtual mental health webinars too! Help take care of yourself and those around you, make time to listen to someone and encourage those in need to seek support. Be kind to your mind, connect with others, keep a healthy routine and reach out for help when you need. Know that asking for help isn't a sign of weakness but a sign of strength and resilience. Visit bell.ca/letstalk to learn how you can join in and help create positive change. #mentalhealthmatters #bellletstalk #everyactioncounts

PCHS Calgary offers many different programs to help the South Asian community with the problems that they are having. We offer programs for Family and Domestic Violence, Addictions, Mental Health, Peer Support, and Outreach! Do you want more information about our programs? Please call our main line at 587-999-9312 or email [email protected] You are not alone! We have experts and volunteers who are willing to help in any way. #PCHSCalgary #Programs #Addictions #DomesticViolence #PeerSupport #Outreach

Thank you to all our donors for their continued support! We would not be the organization we are today without the help and support from everyone who has donated in the past. A huge thank you to, Dr Darshan Singh Ball and his wife Amritpal Kaur Ball as they recently donated men and women winter jackets for our clients and South Asian Community. We really appreciate your kind support and donation! #PCHSCalgary #Donate #Support

PCHS is collaborating with Pregnancy & Infant loss Support Centre and presenting a workshop on Feb 18th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This workshop is for anyone who has experienced a pregnancy loss or who has dealt with any kind of grief with someone else who has experienced a loss. This workshop is suited for individuals, couples, partners, and families. We welcome anyone. For more information please call Amber Qureshi at 403-903-3161. Registration required! Schedule Appointment with Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre (acuityscheduling.com)

PCHS Calgary is happy to announce the launch of its Addictions Peer Support Group! PCHS Calgary’s weekly group will provide attendees a virtual sanctuary to share their personal experiences surrounding their addiction and recovery. Discussions are peer-led and conversations such as how an addiction started to sharing their journey of recovery are encouraged and explored. This supportive group provides a safe space for people from our community who struggle with addiction, to help lift each other up and not walk the path of recovery alone. If you are interested in joining this group, please call at 587-582-8788 or send an email at [email protected]

PCHS Calgary is excited to announce the launch of our new Parenting Program! Please join us for a six-week workshop series from Jan 19th to learn about parenting styles, techniques, and tips. Every week Aman Chahal, our registered Provisional Psychologist, will answer your questions after presenting the topic session. To register, please call 587-999-9312 or send an email at [email protected]

REMINDER: Please join us Monday, November 30th as we join RED FM Calgary for their yearly Radiothon! Please join us on Monday as there will be many different activities throughout the day! We will hear from PCHS Staff and Board, community leaders and representatives as well as clients who will open up about the kind of impact PCHS Calgary has had on them. Please make sure you tune in and donate! Donation Link: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/pchscalgary/

It’s Family Violence Awareness Month, although Alberta has the third-highest rate of self-reported spousal violence among Canadian provinces, family violence is still preventable. This month is focused on increasing awareness and prevention strategies surrounding family violence and to provide support/resources to those in need. This is a time where we all need to come together to end family violence and promote healthier relationships. #PCHSCalgary #FamilyViolence #Awareness #Support

REGISTER TODAY THROUGH LINK BELOW We all know that the phrase ‘One size fits all’ is not always trueespecially when it comes to mental health. The South Asian community is open to seeking mental health services, however, we need to be understood and not blanketed with solutions from mainstream mental health services that may be unaware of the cultural underbelly of where issues could be stemming from. So often, strategies offered are not a practical option for clients based on culture. It’s time to ‘Say It Like It Is’ and create solutions to save lives. JOIN US! https://hopin.com/events/say-it-like-it-is

REGISTER TODAY THROUGH LINK BELOW The South Asian community is one of Calgary’s largest ethnic populations, however, crucial mental health services are often provided without an understanding of cultural nuances. Join PCHS for an honest conversation as we peel back the layers, discuss the impact this has on our community and what we can do as mental health professionals. It’s time to ‘SAY IT LIKE IT IS’ online December 10, 2020 from 1pm to 4pm. https://hopin.to/events/say-it-like-it-is

REGISTER TODAY THROUGH LINK BELOW! The South Asian community has been in Alberta since the early 1900’s and have been a growing population ever since. This community represents approximately 10% of Calgary and is a significant population demographic nationwide. South Asian’s are underrepresented in mental health campaigns, not only within our own community, but for mainstream service providers as well. It is time to come together as mental health professionals and learn about the history, unique differences and social considerations in supporting mental health to the South Asian group. Join us on December 10, 2020 ONLINE for this very important discussion. https://hopin.to/events/say-it-like-it-is

May the divine light of Diwali spread into your life and bring peace, prosperity, happiness and good health on this auspicious day! please celebrate safely and protect yourself as well as those around you. Happy Diwali from our PCHS family to yours!

REGISTER THROUGH LINK BELOW It’s time to ‘Say It Like It Is’! If cultures are unique, so are the challenges...why are all solutions the same? Join PCHS on December 10 from 1pm to 4pm for an opportunity to learn about the South Asian community in Calgary, hear from a panel of leading Mental Health professionals and participate in honest, thought provoking conversation with the purpose of saving lives. IT’S TIME! HTTPS://hopin.to/events/say-it-like-it-is

In honour of remembering those who sacrificed their lives to ensure our safety and prosperity. We express and respect with complete gratitude to our veterans. A respectful Remembrance Day from PCHS...lest we forget.