Canadian Mental Health Association

Did you know that The Hoarding Disorder Foundation of Alberta is now accepting registration for their Sorting Through Hoarding Support and Education Groups . These groups are FREE & are done VIRTUALLY! To register contact: [email protected]. For more info you can visit their website: www.hoardingdfa.ca

Mental health impacts everyone in our community. Today we are excited to share Linda Hoang’s story. Linda Hoang is a seasoned social media strategist who helps companies use social media to grow their business and reach their audiences and is also a popular food, lifestyle, and travel blogger. "Pre-pandemic, a significant portion of my personal life and work revolved around social gatherings, events and travel so I’ve turned to virtual hangouts and physically-distanced walks ...outside as the best mental health boosts to combat the feelings of isolation brought on by the pandemic. As someone who spends so much time online, I also have to be mindful of doomscrolling (getting lost in scrolling through repeated bad news on social media) and intentional of when to log off my screen time for the day. Also don’t underestimate the positive effect of JOY scrolling! My favourite joy scrolling platform is TikTok. Wholesome, hilarious content. Everyone has bad days. Everyone struggles with something. No one is above this, no matter who you are or what you do. Don’t feel guilty if you need to take a breakit’s important. Don’t feel like a failure if you have to say no, if you don’t have the capacity to take on certain work, or if you’re currently out of work. It’s healthy to acknowledge what you may be struggling with today. The visible and invisible effects of a global pandemic are unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. Let someone know what’s on your mind. Finding an outlet to share your feelings or what you may need help processing is so helpful, whether it’s written in a personal diary or as a public blog post, through a private text or a video call, or in a conversation with a loved one or your therapist. Don’t feel ashamed to admit if you’re struggling and don’t be afraid to accept helpwhatever form that help takes." Lindork - Linda Hoang

#SelfInjuryAwarenessDay is an annual global awareness campaign where on this day many share their own stories about their own self-harm to fight the stigma and organizations make special efforts to raise awareness about self-harm and self-injury. We created this poster in hopes to shed a little more on this topic.

On #ZeroDiscriminationDay we celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive lifeand live it with dignity. To learn more about this day visit: www.unaids.org/en/zero-discrimination-day

Our Advocacy & Wayfinding staff work with people with lived experience of mental illness, their families and other caregivers, to find the services and supports they need. Services are provided over the phone or by email. Call 780-414-6300 to get connected with an advocate today!

Just because you've been able to run on empty doesn't mean you should continue to do so. STOP & TAKE TIME TO REST! #SelfCare #SelfCareSunday #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHealthMatter #CMHAyeg

Spend today's evening to unwind and prepare for a new week. Not sure what you should do, here are some ideas! #SelfCare #SelfCareSunday #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHelathMatter #Cmhayeg

To mark our annual #DistressLine fundraiser on January 27th, #CMHAyeg has created a calendar with daily facts & suggestions to help inspire change within our community. #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHealthMatter

Want to know how to feel happier, more confident and worry less right now? Would you like to learn new ways of dealing with life’s challenges? Price: $ 175.00 CAD https://edmonton.cmha.ca/program.../living-life-to-the-full/

Today is the last day of work at CMHA Edmonton for Ione Challborn, who has served as our Executive Director for the past 13 years. Over that time, Ione has inspired and touched the lives of countless people. We thank Ione for her leadership, and wish her all the best in her retirement.

The holidays can be stressful. If you find you relate to many of these it may be a sign you may need to implement more items for #SelfCare. #SelfCareSunday #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHealthMatter #Cmhayeg

Dans le cadre de sa réponse à la COVID-19, le gouvernement du Canada a financé l’élargissement des services 211 à l’échelle du pays. Le 211 est un numéro de tél...éphone à trois chiffres qui peut être composé n’importe où au Canada pour parler à un navigateur de services en direct qui écoutera et localisera les services de soutien gouvernementaux et communautaires offerts à proximité pour aider à faire face aux difficultés. Ce service est gratuit, confidentiel et accessible jour et nuit, dans plus de 150 langues. Cette ressource aidera de nombreux Canadiens d’un océan à l’autre à trouver l’aide dont ils ont besoin alors que nous affrontons les conséquences de la COVID-19. Premier ministre Justin Trudeau L’aide commence avec le 211. #Laidecommenceici

Grief is complicated & unique for everyone. Sometimes the holidays can heighten the sense of grief. If you are trying to cope during the holidays try these out.

300 people participated in drop-in groups to talk about supporting a loved one with mental health concerns. Become a monthly donor today: edmonton.cmha.ca/donate

We have an 8-week community-based online course that provides simple, practical skills for coping with stress, problem-solving, boosting your mood, and busting bad thoughts. Please take a look at the info via the link below. Price: $ 175.00 CAD https://edmonton.cmha.ca/programs-/living-life-to-the-full/

Senior Operations Coordinator Position Type: Permanent Full Time Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 AM 4:30 PM (occasional evening and weekend work required) Salary Range: $41,061.00 - $54,034.00 Closing Date: November 27, 2020...Continue reading

Caregivers provide essential care to loved ones, and they need our care too. Round up your purchases at @RexallDrugstore until Dec 24, or purchase a bubble to show support. Funds go to CMHA to support #caregiver well-being.

Living Life to the Full is based on principles of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and has been shown in research studies in the UK and Canada to be effective at improving resilience, well-being, mood, anxiety and social support. Price: $ 175.00 CAD https://edmonton.cmha.ca/program.../living-life-to-the-full/

Take the time to refuel. #SelfCare #SelfCareSunday #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHealthMatter #Cmhayeg

Winter Term 2021 is accepting registrations now! https://recoverycollegeedmonton.ca/courses/?filter=online

COVID-19 has been affecting everyone's #MentalHealth. If you need assistance with getting connected to mental health supports call or text 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca. 211 Edmonton #MakeMentalHealthMatter #CMHAyeg

#BounceBack is here to help you through these stressful times. Now available across Canada at www.cmha.ca/bounceback.

In today's #YEGHousingMonth Speaker Series on Housing and Mental Health: Many are living with a mental illness that is made worse by their current living situa...tion. Now more than ever, we need community care. Tiffany Walsh, Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Sign up for more sessions here: http://www.housingmonth.ca/where-and-when

Learn how to strategically invite people into your individual arena, and how to build yourself through the relationships you foster!

#SelfCare is essential in treating & preventing mental exhaustion. If you are starting to feel run down these suggestions may help. #SelfCare #SelfCareSunday #MentalHealth #MakeMentalHealthMatter #Cmhayeg

Help Lines Support Worker Position Type: Permanent Hours: Tuesday Saturday 15:00-22:30 Closing Date: November 30, 2020...Continue reading

Spend your lunch break with us on November 24 and learn about new directions in community housing research! Our own Esther de Vos and Damian Collins from the Un...iversity of Alberta will be co-presenting on a new community engaged research project that looks at how to better understand the continuum of community housing in Canada and how to support its development. Register for this free webinar here: http://ow.ly/AA1k50CqntH This session is part of the #YEGHousingMonth speaker series. Learn more at: http://ow.ly/DIlz50CqntJ #yeghousingmonth #communityhousingresearch #affordablehousing #partnership #communityhousing #yeg

Try to have regular contact with friends and family, whether by phone or an online platform or even just sending a quick email or message. #WinterMentalHealth #Tips Find more Winter Mental Health Tips here: https://edmonton.cmha.ca//CMHA-Edmonton-Winter-Mental-Heal

November is Family Violence Prevention Month and within this month today starts #BullyingAwarenessWeek take a look at the resources YourAlberta (Government of Alberta) prepare so everyone knows #WhereToTurn Let’s show everyone bullying has no place in Alberta, whether at home, school, work, in the community or online.