In this recorded webinar, Jenny Morgan and Vanessa Brcic discuss the complex connections between poverty, trauma and stress in the development, experience and treatment of mental illness and addictions.Continue readingStructural Violence: The role of poverty, trauma and stress in mental health and addictions
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How can BC value mental health and physical health equally?
BC has experienced some dramatic political shifts in the last year. A new provincial government has made a commitment to ensure that people in need of mental health and addiction services can “ask once, get help fast.” But how can BC move from policy commitments to accessible supports and services that keep people well? What […]Continue readingHow can BC value mental health and physical health equally?
2018 submission to BC’s poverty reduction consultation
In this submission, CMHA BC makes recommendations to support the dignity and security of people with mental health or substance use-related problems and those living in poverty.Continue reading2018 submission to BC’s poverty reduction consultation
Coping with Loneliness
Loneliness is an experience that means our current close relationships don’t meet our needs. Despite the name, you don’t always have to be alone to feel lonely. Loneliness can come up whenever we feel alone, unwanted, or isolated.Continue readingCoping with Loneliness
Care for the Caregiver
Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can also be tiring, overwhelming, confusing, and stressful. Here are some tips to reduce the impact that caregiving can take.Continue readingCare for the Caregiver
Talking to Teens About Mental Health
Teens need to know that they can take charge of their well-being, speak up if they start to notice problems, and support others respectfully. Working towards good mental health and seeking help early means that teens can get back on their feet more quickly when problems arise.Continue readingTalking to Teens About Mental Health
Income/Homeless Outreach Project
In June 2006, working in partnership with the Ministry of Employment and Income Assistance, the CMHA BC initiated a year-long pilot project to deliver outreach services to homeless individuals at eight core locations around the province. The project goal was to reduce homelessness by assisting homeless individuals to access long-term solutions to address their state of […]Continue readingIncome/Homeless Outreach Project
Overdue: The case for increasing the persons disabilities benefit in BC
Published by the Disability Without Poverty Network in 2012, this brief reviews the cost of basic essentials in BC and proposes an increase to the Persons wit Disabilities benefit rate to a minimum of $1,200 per month to better reflect the actual cost of living in BC.Continue readingOverdue: The case for increasing the persons disabilities benefit in BC
Community Navigator Project
The Community Navigator Project was piloted in 2008 with the objective of making it easier for people with mental illness to access government services and supports though individualized support from trained navigators.Continue readingCommunity Navigator Project
Coping through a natural disaster emergency
Whether you are coping with fire, flood, earthquake or an other emergency dealing with your physical safety, here are some proven tips to help you cope with the mental stress of a natural disaster.Continue readingCoping through a natural disaster emergency