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Warning signs: more Canadians thinking about suicide during pandemic

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New national survey from the Canadian Mental Health Association and UBC exposes troubling pandemic mental health vulnerabilities across various groups The pandemic has caused intense stress and disruption for all people in Canada, and is causing pronounced mental health concerns, including suicidal thoughts and feelings, in various subgroups of the population, including parents, those with existing mental illness […]Continue readingWarning signs: more Canadians thinking about suicide during pandemic

CMHA Hamilton 2019/2020 Annual Report

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We’re pleased to share our 2019/2020 annual report, which highlights our programs, services and accomplishments from the past year. Check out the full report to learn more. CMHA Hamilton’s 2019/2020 Annual ReportContinue readingCMHA Hamilton 2019/2020 Annual Report

Webinar Offerings: Mental Health and Wellness

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Want to learn more about mental health and wellness? CMHA Hamilton is hosting FREE webinars on the following topics:   Managing Stress and Anxiety During COVID-19 In this 30-minute presentation, we highlight the many challenges and changes our community is facing during the pandemic. You will learn what stress is, how to recognize and overcome […]Continue readingWebinar Offerings: Mental Health and Wellness

CMHA Hamilton #mentalhealth and #addiction resources

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New data suggests people in Hamilton don’t know where to find #mentalhealth and #addictions resources, or are just hesitant to reach out during the pandemic. Please know help is still available and CMHA Hamilton and other community organizations are here with programs and services as well as other resources.Continue readingCMHA Hamilton #mentalhealth and #addiction resources

New data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them

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As more details emerge about the psychological impact of COVID-19, CMHA Hamilton is encouraging anyone who is struggling with mental health and addictions issues at this time to reach out and seek help. The call comes as new provincial data this week showed that far fewer people with a mental health condition have been seeking […]Continue readingNew data says fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them

Call for home-made personal protective equipment

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During this unprecedented time, CMHA Hamilton continues to prioritize the health and safety of our clients. To ensure that our client’s health and safety needs are being met, we are asking for donations of home-made Personal Protective Equipment (masks) for our clients to use while out in the community. If you are able to donate, […]Continue readingCall for home-made personal protective equipment

Join CMHA’s #SignsofSupport campaign to spread positivity, encouragement amid COVID-19

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Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) branches across Ontario are encouraging their local communities to share positive messages of support for one another through the #SignsofSupport social media campaign as a way to keep spirits high amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Initiated by CMHA York and South Simcoe Branch, #SignsofSupport started with that branch’s staff members holding […]Continue readingJoin CMHA’s #SignsofSupport campaign to spread positivity, encouragement amid COVID-19

CMHA’s BounceBack key part of expanded mental health supports available to all Ontarians during COVID-19 pandemic

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To help Ontarians navigating the difficult realities in the wake of COVID-19, the Ontario government has announced an expansion of online and virtual mental health supports, including Canadian Mental Health Association’s BounceBack program. BounceBack is available now, free of charge, to help people experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, stress and other mental health challenges associated […]Continue readingCMHA’s BounceBack key part of expanded mental health supports available to all Ontarians during COVID-19 pandemic

CMHA Hamilton is here to help

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Hamilton Directory of Community Resources COVID-19 version This Directory provides information on the current status of community agencies in Hamilton with regards to their service delivery during COVID-19. Online Resources for Mental Wellness and Social Connection This resource provides a variety of information to support one’s mental wellness and encourage social connection during this time […]Continue readingCMHA Hamilton is here to help

Free short-term supportive counselling available for health and social services staff during COVID-19

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In response to COVID-19, CMHA Hamilton is offering free short-term supportive counselling for all Hamilton health care and social services staff experiencing stress and anxiety due to working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Up to four 1-hour sessions of telephone or virtual mental health support will be offered Monday to Friday. Call (905) […]Continue readingFree short-term supportive counselling available for health and social services staff during COVID-19