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C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. deemed essential service; providing community supports in different ways

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Deemed an essential service by the Ontario government amid public health concerns related to COVID-19, Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.) remains open and is ensuring community mental health and addictions supports are safely available by providing programs, services and information over the phone or virtually as this situation develops. In […]Continue readingC.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. deemed essential service; providing community supports in different ways

Understanding social distancing and the importance of social connection

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To slow the spread of COVID-19, the main recommendation from government and health officials for the immediate future is “social distancing.” For individuals with mental health concerns who have a tendency to socially isolate themselves already, it’s important to understand that social distancing doesn’t mean to cut yourself off from connection. Rather, physically distancing yourself […]Continue readingUnderstanding social distancing and the importance of social connection

Important Update Regarding C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.’s Fifth Annual Ride Don’t Hide

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As the situation regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve, including the Premier’s declaration of a State of Emergency, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.) has made the difficult decision to postpone the fifth annual Ride Don’t Hide event set to take place on June 27, 2020. As an organization, we continue […]Continue readingImportant Update Regarding C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.’s Fifth Annual Ride Don’t Hide

Tips to Manage Mental Health During COVID-19

Tips to Manage Mental Health During Covid

In the wake of COVID-19, Canadians are facing a new reality of social distancing, self-quarantining and isolation in order to protect public health and safety. These new circumstances may lead individuals with mental health concerns into heightened symptoms of anxiety and depression. In what may be a difficult time for many, the Canadian Mental Health […]Continue readingTips to Manage Mental Health During COVID-19

Canadian Mental Health Association, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge response to COVID-19

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As the situation regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve, including the Premier’s declaration today of a State of Emergency, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.) continues to hold the health and safety of our staff, clients and the community in the highest regard. As such, our organization will be adjusting our […]Continue readingCanadian Mental Health Association, Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge response to COVID-19

Wards Lawyers Kids’ Road Hockey Tournament in support of Youth Mental Health

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March 10, 2020 For Immediate Release Wards Lawyers Kids’ Road Hockey Tournament in support of Youth Mental Health Date: Sunday, May 24, 2020 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Fleming College Frost Campus 200 Albert St S, Lindsay Following today’s press conference, the Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.) along […]Continue readingWards Lawyers Kids’ Road Hockey Tournament in support of Youth Mental Health

C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. celebrates International Women’s Day 2020

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On March 8, C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. will join individuals and organizations around the world in celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) 2020, an annual event held to mark the social, economic and political achievements of women. The theme of IWD 2020 is #EachforEqual, which highlights the need to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness against bias and take […]Continue readingC.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. celebrates International Women’s Day 2020

C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. celebrates Social Work Week 2020

Social Work Week 2020

From March 2-8, C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. will recognize the valuable contributions and expertise of Ontario social workers. Social Work Week annually celebrates the profession and the valuable work of approximately 20,000 registered Ontario social workers. This week, we will celebrate alongside the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and our branch staff. This year’s theme is […]Continue readingC.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. celebrates Social Work Week 2020

Peterborough Petes hosting mental health awareness game

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The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R.) has partnered with the Peterborough Petes for a mental health awareness game on Thursday, Feb. 27, presented by Teachers Life, as the Petes take on the Oshawa Generals at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Attendees of the game can visit a C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. kiosk on the […]Continue readingPeterborough Petes hosting mental health awareness game

C.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. Supports Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day

On February 26, individuals and organizations across the country will come together to celebrate Pink Shirt Day, an annual anti-bullying campaign. Bullying is a form of aggression where there is a power imbalance; the person doing the bullying has power over the person being victimized. In additional to any physical trauma incurred, bullying can result […]Continue readingC.M.H.A. H.K.P.R. Supports Pink Shirt Day