Tips to kick the winter blues As the cold and snow of winter sinks in, Ontarians may find themselves lacking energy as the days grow shorter. Research in Ontario suggests that 15 per cent of the general population have experienced the winter blues, which can include changes in appetite and lethargy. The winter blues differs […]Continue readingKick The Winter Blues
The North Bay and Parry Sound District Health Unit, in partnership with many local community agencies and First Nations, is officially launching the local COVID Community Survey! The survey is open to all residents of the Nipissing and Parry Sound Districts who are 16 years of age and older. The survey takes between 10 and […]Continue readingLocal COVID Community Survey for Residents of Nipissing and Parry Sound
The Muskoka and Area Ontario Health Team is actively seeking community members to participate on the new Patient Family Caregiver Partners Advisory Committee (PFCPAC). For more information click here.Continue readingPatient Family Caregiver Partners Advisory Committee (PFCPAC) Expression of Interest Overview
Happy New Year from CMHA! Wishing everyone positive mental health and well-being in the year aheadContinue readingHappy New Year 2021
Happy Holidays from CMHA Season’s greetings from everyone at CMHA, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch. Please note that our offices will be closed from noon December 24th until January 3rd. For support during the holiday season please call 1-888-893-8333. ConnexOntario is available 24/7 at 1-866-531-2600 or online at www.connexontario.ca. Wishing you all a peaceful holiday season and […]Continue readingHappy Holidays
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. Continue readingRexall Supports Mental Health
With the reopening of casinos in Ontario, remember to play it safe. From debt to job and home loss, even to bankruptcy, gambling more than you can afford to lose can have serious financial consequences. Don’t get caught up in the gambler’s fallacy. Your odds don’t improve with each push of a slot machine button […]Continue readingPlan Before You Play
CMHA recognizes World Mental Health Day 2020 On October 10, CMHA Muskoka-Parry Sound will join international mental health organizations to celebrate World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is supported by the World Health Organization as an important way to raise awareness and advocate for better care for those with mental health issues worldwide. […]Continue readingWorld Mental Health Day
Now is the time for universal basic income Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) supports access to a universal basic income that aligns with four core principles: human rights, equitable access, poverty reduction and adequacy. Income security is one of the important social determinants of health. With respect to the factors that promote positive mental health, […]Continue readingUniversal Basic Income
Back to school during COVID-19: Mental health tips for youth and parents As students and parents prepare for back-to school-season amid a global pandemic, CMHA, Muskoka-Parry Sound is reminding everyone to keep mental health in mind during these unprecedented times. Students and parents are facing new challenges this school year due to COVID-19. Whether students […]Continue readingBack to school during COVID-19: Mental health tips for youth and parents