CMHA-Halton APRIL 2024 Calendar

 Hello Everyone,

We are happy to share the APRIL calendar of Peer Support Virtual and In-Person Drop-In Groups.

CMHA, Halton is closed on Monday, April 1st as it's Easter Monday.

The In-Person Just Breathe Drop-In Group has been cancelled by the Central Library, Burlington for Thursday April 11th and April 25th.
We are pleased to offer Just Breathe 10-11am over zoom in it's place on both days.

The 24/7 COAST CRISIS LINE is open 24/7 and can be reached at 1-877-825-9011.

Sandra and Gabe

Vagus Nerve

 

Nostalgia Games Cafe-Burlington

Nostalgia Games here in Burlington!! Cannot say enough about how awesome this place is- soooo much laughter hanging with the ladies-all for just $5 plus tax-you can stay as long as you want!!

Highly recommend 💕💜😂😂 

They have quite the vareity of games to choose from. 

You can buy drinks, snacks and pizza if you like! 

We had such a good time here and laughed so much. 

 

Just what the doctor ordered-a fun night out with friends full of laughter! Come check them out.

Location: 2178 Mountain Grove Ave., Burlington, ON L7P 5A8 

Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday to Saturday: 11:00am - 10:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm

https://www.nostalgiagamescafe.com/

ROCK-Our Community Cares (OCC)

Welcome to our monthly Adult Series for 18+ Immerse yourself in a world of fun, learning, and creativity. Whether you're looking to explore your artistic talents, expand your culinary repertoire, or simply connect with others adults, you'll find it all and more with OCC! 

Registration at https://bookwhen.com/rock-our-community-cares 

 There is so much more offered here for kids/youth/breakfast club and so much more! Check out this amazing resource!

DAILY AFFIRMATIONS from Karma Gaia

 

Here is the link for Daily Affirmations that I have collected and saved from Karma Gaia!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1I1wIyvVb5cwIjhKvzwQFhnYdd1Gguiqf87xgYF8VAAQ/edit?usp=sharing

Please remember YOU ARE ENOUGH....Each and every one of you.  Also don't forget, you are not alone!

Remember to be kind on yourself....allow your emotions....take care of you and fill your cup!

Resource - CarePoint Health and PCHS - Workshop for South Asian Women - 18-35 years

 

Workshop to support Substance Abuse

Hello everyone,
CMHA, Halton continues to offer a wide variety of workshops that may be of interest to you or someone you know. Kindly share as you see fit.
Making you aware of an upcoming 4 week workshop facilitated by our CMHA registered nurse and case manager around substance use.
Registration is required and there will also be a screening appointment by the facilitation team to ensure this is the right fit for you.
If this is of interest to you, kindly email peermentors@cmhahrb.ca to receive the referral form and start the process.
Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any question

 

Boost Your Self-Worth- Guided Meditation-from Kaia

 

Self-worth can so often feel like a fickle thing — readily available when we’re doing well and nowhere to be found in the times when we need the confidence. For some of us, its elusiveness may have something to do with how we value ourselves.

It may seem commonplace in today's goal-driven society to combine one's own deservingness with external elements like career successes, money gains, or even mistakes and setbacks. In actuality, connecting these two things together is what ultimately causes an unstable feeling of self-worth because our value naturally rises and falls in line with life's inevitable ups and downs.

We can all maintain a strong feeling of self-worth, but doing so takes time and effort to separate from outside influences and reassemble it from the inside. However, with time and with a healthy shift of perspective, we can learn to value who we are without regard to our accomplishments, social standing, or the opinions of others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQwh692Z3OQ&utm_source=karmagaia.beehiiv.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=increase-self-worth

March Challenges for Growth Mindset

 

Mindspring Webinars-March https://www.mindspringhealth.org/get-involved/webinars-and-events

 

MARCH WEBINARS

The Science of Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence, Understanding Depression,
Supporting Big Changes in the Transition from Childhood to Preteen,
Creating a Low-Stress Environment, Managing Stress & Burnout at Work,
and much more

As always, these events are absolutely free & everyone is welcome!
Attendance certificates provided at no cost

Boundary IQ | Tues 3/5 | 12-1:00p CST
Creating and maintaining healthy boundaries can be a challenge. Some people grew up in environments where setting boundaries was not emphasized or valued, resulting in struggles to establish boundaries in adulthood. Fear of conflict, a tendency to prioritize others' approval, or past experiences of invalidation or disrespect can also contribute to difficulties in setting and maintaining boundaries. Discuss the role of boundaries in relationships and learn how to implement healthy boundaries in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_O2QQn_VgTECfzto0klWQ8w

Understanding Bipolar Disorder | Wed 3/6 | 10-11:00a CST
Everyone experiences ups and downs, but bipolar disorder is different. An accessible guide to understanding the types of bipolar disorder, their symptoms, common misconceptions, and how relationships are impacted. Discuss treatment options and learn practical tips for managing symptoms with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_nRDI7wCOTaKpCkFcekVMDA

Understanding Depression | Wed 3/6 | 12-1:00p CST
How is depression different from sadness? An accessible guide to understanding causation, symptoms, and treatment options for depressive disorders. 
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_6F32YhMnRhKjmSsLeaPbqA

Managing Stress & Burnout at Work | Thurs 3/7 | 12-1:00p CST
Stress is something we all experience in our personal and professional lives. But when stress is severe or prolonged (or both), it can impact our physical and mental health in major ways. Learn practical tips to manage distress to avoid career burnout and discuss effective ways to cope with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_Q2uGGWm_SD-0v9AvPbAWCw

Attachment Theory: Emotional Attachments in Relationships | Mon 3/11 | 12-1:00p CDT 
Understanding your attachment style can help you not only understand yourself better, it helps you navigate relationships with the people you care about. Examine different attachment styles and how they impact our adult relationships and learn how to heal from early, unhealthy emotional attachments in this one-hour seminar. Part 3 of a 3-part series. 
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_IFFvWvngTRmYbimnyB7HZA

Understanding Dissociative Disorders | Tues 3/12 | 10-11:00a CDT
Dissociation changes your sense of time and identity, and makes people feel disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, and memories. It's a normal phenomenon that most people experience at some point, though some will develop a dissociative disorder that requires treatment. Explore the types of dissociative disorders, their symptoms, prevalence & causation, and how they're treated with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_Aemv-t0cRmCEW2wmjIk51w

The Science Behind Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence | Wed 3/13 | 10-11:00a CDT
People with low self-esteem and self-confidence often see themselves in a distorted way that can negatively impact their personal relationships, work, and education. Explore protective & vulnerability factors in self-esteem and learn practical tips to overcome self-limiting beliefs and strengthen self-confidence with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_tDvN97kWRJ2Y0EAkeGuaSA

Disclosing Mental Health Information at Work and in Relationships | Wed 3/13 | 12-1:00p CDT
Deciding to share information about mental health is a personal decision that often has to be made more than once. Discuss what factors to consider when making the decision and how to make the disclosure when the time feels right.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_N19VOeBOTpO2fZ7EMSHzWw

Strategies to Increase Employee Mental Wellness in the Post-Pandemic Era | Thurs 3/14 | 12-1:00p CDT
As we enter the fifth year of the pandemic it is critically important to understand and recognize the lasting effects of traumatic experiences brought on by Covid and the impact these experiences have on employee's mental health. A practical guide to enhancing self-care in the workplace, building resilient teams, and creating a trauma-informed workplace to support employee's mental health. Explore leadership best practices in this one-hour webinar with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_WegVXJxPT7mO6LMwTMKwmA

Understanding Oppositional Defiant Disorder | Tues 3/19 | 12-1:00p CDT
It’s not unusual for children and teenagers to be defiant, and to question authority on occasion. Discuss how disordered behavior is distinguished from typical child development and explore the diagnostic criteria, causes, and treatment of oppositional defiant disorder.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_QptV3UGaSriA9jdG6MKYgw

Understanding Cutting and Self-Harm | Wed 3/20 | 10-11:00a CDT
Self-injury is a complex behavior that is difficult to understand if you haven’t experienced it. Explore what self-harm is and is not, why people purposefully hurt themselves, and the symptoms to look for. Dispel myths and stereotypes and learn what treatments are most effective with a licensed therapist. 
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_0J-sw9nwTnqGJy120_LEwQ

Understanding Trauma | Wed 3/20 | 12-1:00p CDT
Trauma is defined by the emotional and psychological effect an event has on people, and less by the event itself. Explore the science of trauma and discuss how trauma impacts physical & mental health with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_pxDjjQ6vQE-ZcoJqD5nX7Q

Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder | Thurs 3/21 | 12-1:00p CDT
Dissociative identity disorder, once called multiple personality disorder, is characterized by a person's identity dividing into two or more personalities. Explore what causes DID, how it's treated, and the reasons why DID can be difficult to recognize with a licensed therapist. 
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_zHct9u5HRyO38UNeXTkLBg

Moving from Childhood to Preteen: How to Support Big Changes | Mon 3/25 | 12-1:00p CDT
The transition to middle school can be a time of mixed emotions for kids as they navigate the excitement & fear of big changes. Discuss the changes preteens encounter (physical, social, emotional) and how we can support kids as they navigate new social connections, a new school environment, and new academic challenges. Part 1 of a 2-part series.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_QDHWKr19QZWQVhmz4XWpjw

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder | Tues 3/26 | 12-1:00p CDT
Of the major mental illnesses, borderline personality disorder is among the most stigmatized. Separate myths and facts and explore the signs and symptoms, causes, and treatment of this often-misunderstood disorder. 
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_UCfh1logQc2EWWUHvjw8aQ

Creating a Low-Stress Environment & Minimizing Crises | Wed 3/27 | 10-11:00a CDT
People are susceptible to strain from a number of sources including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and communicate in times of crisis.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_6cYizFuGTQerqQJf5KUygA

Understanding Compassion Fatigue & Burnout | Wed 3/27 | 12-1:00p CDT
Does compassion cause suffering? When does it go too far and how can caregivers protect their own wellbeing? Learn the warning signs, who is at risk, and how to restore your emotional energy with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_SGsh8Jb5Q52Avae4wddk_g

Covid Trauma and the Workplace | Thurs 3/28 | 12-1:00p CDT
We are living amid the first global mass trauma event for several decades. What can businesses expect from their teams after experiencing mass trauma, and where can you find the resources necessary to support your employees? Discuss how trauma impacts mental health and explore practical tips for managing the health effects of sustained stress in this one-hour seminar.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316068330420/WN_UbZUseD6TqCYA6j63d0thg