St John Ambulance KW
250 Gage Ave N2M 2C8 Kitchener, ON, Canada

MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR THE WORKPLACE COURSE 1 day course for $145.00 (tax-except) 8:30am - 4:30pm... Dates: March 9th, 2021 May 18th, 2021 June 16th, 2021 August 16th, 2021 After completing the course, participants will have: Mental health and wellness knowledge and literacy that includes stigma awareness An awareness of the workplace factors that can affect one’s mental health An understanding of stress and burnout in the workplace, and the effects of trauma and suicidality Effective tools and approaches that reduce stigma and help support and improve employee resilience Pre-registration is required: Phone: 519-579-6285 or Email: [email protected] Website: www.sja.ca Course will be held at ST. JOHN AMBULANCE, 250 Gage Avenue, Kitchener, ON N2M 2C8

Today is Bell Lets Talk Day! Bell will donate 5 for every applicable text, call, tweet,or TikTok video using #BellLetsTalk, social media video view and use of the Facebook frame or Snapchat filter. Please join SJA in supporting this great cause.

Today, every view of this video helps create positive change. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5 more to Canadian mental health initiatives. Retweet to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk https://twitter.com/i/status/1354634302319824896

We don't slack when it comes to #mentalhealth. That's why we offer our Mental Health #FirstAid course at branches across Ontario - we recognize that mental health crises need attention too. Sign up for one today: #BellLetsTalk

Lest we forget Today we remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our great nation

SJA Kitchener-Waterloo is very excited to announce that it is offering the non-certified Home Caregivers Workshop this fall, based on A Caregivers Guide published by the Order of St. Lazarus of Jerusalem and the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. The course is a combination of an online-theoretical component and one in-person practical session of 3 hours. In the practical session good body mechanic techniques and infection control will be taught.... Participants learn about transfers (lifting, turning, positioning and moving) and how to provide personal care (bathing, toileting, bed sore prevention) demonstrated on a manikin. We will talk about Caregivers stress, prevention of burnout and how to find help. There is time put aside to discuss local resources and ask questions as well. We strongly recommend that you complete the online theoretical components of the program prior to attending the in-person practical workshop if you can. The online version is free of charge. Follow the link here: (http://stlazarus.sjatraining.ca) The price for the practical session is $25 administrative fee, which includes the Caregivers Guide and an optional Golf shirt. The course will be offered with Covid- restrictions and with public health practices in place. We ask that you sign a Covid declaration when registering for the course. Date: November 22nd 2-5 pm December 8th 6-9 pm Place: KW- branch. 250 Gage Ave, Kitchener ON Register Online: https://www.sja.ca/English/Pages/default.aspx It can be found under HCSP - Physical Needs Over Phone (519)-579-6285 Please note: Program participants should be aware that the risk to their vulnerable family members increases when attending any in-person training held outside of their own home. While SJA has rigorous safety protocols in place to promote safety, we cannot guarantee a risk-free environment. We worry about your family and their safety as much as you do. We encourage you to practice diligence with Public Health guidelines for physical distancing, wearing a mask, and hand hygiene

According to a new report from a Canadian mental health service provider, the COVID-19 pandemic has done a real number on people’s mental health. Regularly reach out to loved ones to check in on them. They could be in need of help. https://globalnews.ca//mental-health-struggles-coronaviru/

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Not all #FirstAid courses are made the same. Here's what you should know before purchasing training for your #workplace. #SavingLives https://www.thesafetymag.com//6-questions-to-ask-be/187146

Does your family have an #emergency plan? It is essential for safety in every household and making one is easy with St. John Ambulance! #BePrepared with an evacuation plan https://www.sja.ca//Prepare%20Emergen/Evacuation-Plan.aspx