Working Draft for:
Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday January 30th, 2020 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: Bell Let's
Talk
Bell Let's
Talk
Description
Bell Let's
Talk is an awareness campaign created by the Canadian telecommunications
company Bell Canada to raise awareness and combat stigma surrounding mental
illness in Canada. It is the single largest corporate commitment to mental
health in Canada. Wikipedia
Next
event: January
29, 2020
Inaugurated:
January 2011
Thank you!
On Bell Let’s Talk Day, Canadians and people around the
world joined in to help create positive change for people living with mental
health issues. Thanks to your actions, Bell will donate more to Canadian mental
health initiatives.
5 simple ways to end the stigma and start
a conversation
Stigma can often prevent those struggling with a mental
illness from seeking the help they need. Developed in partnership with Dr.
Heather Stuart, the Bell Canada Mental Health and Anti-stigma Research Chair at
Queen's University, here are 5 simple ways to help end the stigma and initiate
a conversation.
Your words matter
The words you use can make all the difference. Words can
help, but they can also hurt. What would you choose?
- Schizo or Person with schizophrenia
- Crazy or Person with a mental illness
Did you know?
When it comes to mental illness, education is key. Having
the right tools, knowing the right words to use and understanding how to
correctly speak with someone experiencing a mental illness can make all the
difference. View the
Bell Let’s Talk Toolkit
Kindness is key
Simple kindness can make a world of a difference. Whether it
be a smile, being a good listener or an invitation for a chat over coffee,
these simple acts of kindness can help open up the conversation and let someone
know you’re there for them.
Expressions like “You’ll get over it” and “Just relax” can
hurt more than help. Instead, offer your support and say “I’m sorry you aren’t
feeling well” or better yet, ask what you can do to help.
Your presence is all it takes
Mental illness is a very common form of human pain and
suffering. Being a good listener and asking how you can help or simply just being
there for people you care about can be the first step to recovery.
Here are a few examples of what to ask:
- I’m sorry you aren’t feeling well.
- I’ve noticed you’ve been down lately. Is everything OK?
- How can I help
Break the silence
Two out of three people suffer in silence, fearing judgement
and rejection. Being open to a conversation is the first step towards
eliminating the stigma.
Know the facts, be kind, be a good listener and a friend. Be
part of the conversation to eliminate the stigma once and for all.
Creating positive change and supporting Canada’s mental
health
The impact of each interaction on Bell Let’s Talk Day has
been felt across the nation. Thank you to all those who continue to speak up
about mental illness. Together, we can all play a role in creating positive
change.
The Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund will provide grants in the range of $5,000 to $25,000 to projects that improve access to mental health care, supports and services for people in Canada. Click here for more information.
The Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund will provide grants in the range of $5,000 to $25,000 to projects that improve access to mental health care, supports and services for people in Canada. Click here for more information.
Small action. Big impact.
1,013,915,275 Total number of interactions
$100,695,763.75 committed to mental health initiatives
657 Community Fund grants
$15.7 million in funding Children & Youth
$1.95 million in funding Indigenous communities
$1.78 million in funding Military family support
Bell Let’s Talk has partnered with more than 1,000
organizations who have supported over
3,409,680 Canadians with access to mental health services
86% of Canadians reported that they are more aware of mental
health issues since Bell Let’s Talk began
Find out where the funds go
Filter By:
Year
Regions
Types of gifts
- Types of gifts Major gifts Community fund 86 pages
Toolkit
Start a conversation in your community. Get all the
information you need to start a conversation about mental health.
Get help
Not sure where to go to find help or who to turn to?
Consulting with your healthcare provider or another trusted professional is
always a great start. You can also refer to our list of organizations with
helpful resources.
If you are in crisis, please go to your local hospital, call
911 immediately or locate a Crisis Centre in your region.
For kids and teens
Caring about and maintaining our mental health is as
important as our physical health. It is the ability to enjoy life and deal with
everyday challenges. In this section, you will find youth-related resources to
help you stay mentally fit and healthy.
Additional resources:
- Asking for help (PDF)
- Wheel of Well Being (PDF)
- Something on Your Mind (PDF)
- Information Sharing for Young People (PDF)
- Resilience - Bouncing Back (PDF)
For adults
Mental health involves finding a balance in all aspects of
life including physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. By learning
more about mental health, we can take steps to help ourselves and others
improve mental health and reduce the risk and stigma of mental illness.
Additional resources:
- Mental Health for life (PDF)
- Mental Illnesses (PDF)
- Myths about mental illness (PDF)
- Getting Help (PDF)
- Mood Disorders Society of Canada: Find Hope (PDF)
For seniors
Mental illness is not a normal part of aging. Below are some
sources of information and support services to help the elderly living with a
mental illness, as well as valuable tools for family members.
Additional resources:
- Depression Among Seniors (PDF)
- Depression in Older Adults (PDF)
- Prevention of Suicide in Older Adults (PDF)
- Mental Health in Long-Term Care (PDF)
- Anxiety in Older Adults (PDF)
Multilingual resources
Understanding mental health issues and how to get help can
be hard for anyone, but it can sometimes be even more difficult in a different
language. The resources below provide multilingual information on mental health
for those whom English is not their first language.
Additional resources:
- CAMH - Multilingual Resources
- Multicultural Mental Health Resource Centre
- Mental Health System Navigation Videos
- Cross-Cultural Resources
For families and caregivers
As a family member or caregiver, you may feel confused and
anxious about where and how to seek information and treatment. The information
below can help you learn more about caregiving and mental health issues.
Additional resources:
- Supporting a Loved One (PDF)
- Mental Health Caregiver Guide (PDF)
- Children, Youth and Depression (PDF)
- When a Parent is Depressed (PDF)
- How to Help a Friend (PDF)
- Postpartum Depression
- BeThere.org
Other helpful links
Events:
Bingo 606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee BINGO. Every Thursday at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.
Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace - Minimum Jack-Pot is now at a $6,288.00
Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink.
Watch for their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
The Town Newsletter for January/February has information about upcoming events.
Previous newsletters can be found on the Recreation page.
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