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Happy Halloween! Oh, and we've got something for your "honey-do list... for tonight, before you forget.... Don't forget tonight to turn the clocks back one h...our! (Going to take you a while to figure out the one on the microwave) It's also time to change the batteries in your smoke and CO alarms! See more

Happy Halloween! Stay safe and remember to follow the guidelines for safe trick or treating from our partners over at Southwestern Public Health

Sometimes the online environment can feel overwhelming and draining, and that is ok! Zoom exhaustion is a real thing and can result from things like being hyp...er-focused or trying to multi-task while performing online activities, such as virtual meetings. As we continue to do much of our work and socializing online, it is important to take steps to nurture our health and wellbeing while we engage in these activities. Check out some these great tips from www.mindful.org on how to find balance and connection in the online environment. Here is the link to the original article for more information: https://www.mindful.org/zoom-exhaustion-is-real-here-are.../ #balance #stayconnected #selfcare #mentalhealth

Thank you to all the First Responders!

Updated Parent Decision Tool for COVID-19 symptoms from Southwestern Public Health Middlesex-London Health Unit Thames Valley District School Board London District Catholic School Board https://www.swpublichealth.ca//DecisionToolParent_final_v2

As the seasons change, you may start to feel sluggish and down. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that you experience during particular ...seasons or times of year and it is common, you’re not alone. If you need a safe place to talk - visit https://bit.ly/3ldchiD to join an online mental health community. Accessible anytime, anywhere. Togetherall

We normally do NOT participate in these types of social media posts, but figured it could not hurt this time with the amount of fraud related incidents that the... OPP is currently investigating. ***(borrowed this from some other police services)*** Where did you grow up : STOP Favourite song: GIVING First pet's name: PEOPLE Street you grew up on: YOUR Favourite childs name: PERSONAL Favourite sports team: INFO High School you attended: TO Favourite food: GUESS What was your first car: YOUR Mothers maiden name: PASSWORD First job: AND Favourite band: SECURITY Favourite food: QUESTIONS The OPP is urging everyone to protect and guard their personal and financial information at all times. Check out the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to stay on top of all the scams happening in our communities. Take care and stay safe, Ed #NorfollkOPP ^es

The Province of Ontario has released steps on how to celebrate #Halloween safely during #COVID19. Halloween may look a little different this year, but it can s...till be a lot of fun. Follow public health advice and measures from public health experts, and make good decisions based on your own unique situation. For all details regarding Halloween, please visit: https://www.ontario.ca//how-celebrate-halloween-during-cov

We love our Community members!!!! Thank you Diane and Bill C for your donation of blankets to help us assist the community.

A study done by non-profit Plan International Canada shows that 62% of girls and women aged 15 to 25 have been harassed or abused online. That’s over 6 out of 10 girls and women. Here are a few tips for parents & adults in a supporting role to support their children if they are experiencing something like this. Check out the link below for more information. https://www.thestar.com/.../more-than-6-in-10-canadian...

Food Days Coming Up - please share this message. It's another way to help. Thank you.