Dec 28, 2020 | Mental Health events and workshops
Lately we've experienced an uptick in workshop engagement. We've sold out of multiple Mental Health First Aid Virtual workshops. But not to worry. We have more to come in the New Year. Starting with a special weekend Mental Health First Aid Virtual workshop on...
Nov 27, 2020 | Mental health resources
Are you inundated with messages that you must "socially distance"? Has this left you feeling disconnected? Isolated? Alone? Unfortunately, we have mislabeled one of our health and safety goals during the COVID19 pandemic. We don't actually want people to socially...
Nov 16, 2020 | Mental Health First Aid Virtual
As COVID19 entered its first wave, and then the second, in-person workshops ceased in many areas. And for good reason. That also left a major gap in training services. But no longer. Not only did Mental Health First Aid Basic receive an update (the new version is now...
Feb 6, 2020 | Mental health resources
Ignorance is not bliss for parents who have been impacted by the infiltration of drugs and other damaging content that has entered the home unsuspected. Be informed. And join a workshop to learn how to open communication with your kids about substance use.
Feb 5, 2020 | Mental health resources
If you interact with kids between the ages of 5-14 The ‘ASK’ Workshop was designed to teach you how to notice risk factors, how to balance them with protective factors, and how to work with other adults in the child’s life to advocate for what they need.
Jan 16, 2020 | Compassion Fatigue
If you’re working with living beings, human or animal, it’s not a question of if Compassion Fatigue will affect you, but when. Especially where trauma work is involved.
Jan 8, 2020 | Compassion Fatigue
It's 2020! Are you seeing clearly? Is your path into the future laiden with wellness spotlights? Or, have old habits followed you into the New Year? Let's be realistic. Inevitably some will. And, until you feel the positive change new efforts can make, why change at...
Dec 10, 2019 | ASIST suicide intervention workshop
Our next ASIST workshop is happening in Guelph on December 16 & 17. This will be our last local workshop until the New Year. To register for this GOLD STANDARD, certified suicide intervention workshop click here. Can't make our December training? Our next Guelph...
Oct 23, 2019 | ASIST suicide intervention workshop
Looking for some plans this weekend? We've got you covered. Join us for a rare weekend ASIST opportunity in Waterloo at Renison College University. In just one weekend you can become certified in ASIST, learn evidence-based skills, and how to apply those skills in...
Oct 12, 2019 | ASIST suicide intervention workshop, Events
We support people's right to vote. In fact, we'll be voting because we think it's important. We also know one of our ASIST workshops is scheduled for voting day, October 21st. But, you have options! VOTE EARLY OR VOTE LATE! Here are some options. You can either vote...
Oct 6, 2019 | Events
The following post was written and printed with permission from the Hummingbird Centre for Hope in Kitchener. "Put on a brave face" It's an expression we have all heard. It means don't show others what you are really feeling. Pretend that everything is OK. Have you...
Oct 1, 2019 | ASIST Tune Up
Are you ASIST trained? If it's been 2 years or longer it may be time for a Tune Up. Some people choose to do the entire 2 day workshop from scratch. But, for those who feel they would benefit from a half-day refresher take our half day Tune Up instead. It's certified....
