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Last Updated January 27, 2012 |
MENTAL HEALTH NEWS
Spring 2012 Call for Proposals!
Open to all mental health consumers who have projects for consideration. Applications will be accepted until 5 pm on February 29, 2012. For more info click Call for Proposal, Proposal Guideline, Submission for Proposals.
Consumer Initiative Fund - Education & Leisure Fund - Spring 2012
The Consumer Initiative Fund/Education & Leisure Fund will be accepting applications commencing January 16, 2012. Deadline for applications is: February 27, 2012. More info, Application form and Criteria
Spirit of Recovery Website
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new project, Spirit of Recovery Website! The website is an online forum & resource page that gives a voice to individuals and communities around the topics of spirituality & mental health.
Peer Support Worker Wanted: Gastown Vocational Services
Adult Employment and Education Program One Contract: 40 hours per month to start immediately. Closing Date: February 6, 2012 More info...
WRAP Study
Great study which shows the effectiveness of WRAP. More info...
Community Update Re: Zyprexa Class Action
People receiving basic income assistance or disability benefits (PWD or PPMB) who are part of the Zyprexa Class Action are starting to receive cheques for amounts of up to $10,000 and in some cases more. Benefits recipients are required to declare this payout to the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), however small it may be. The BC Coalition of People with Disabilities (BCCPD) has contacted MSD’s Vancouver Regional Office to determine how the Ministry is going to treat this income. We have been advised that MSD considers this payout as a one time financial award that will be exempted up to a family unit's asset level. [Please see Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities Regulation Schedule B, Section 7(c)] This means that if, for example, a single PWD recipient receives a payout of less than $3,000 through the class action it will not affect their disability benefits. When a payout is over the allowed family unit asset level, benefits will be reduced or stopped for at least one month depending on the size of the payout. However most recipients who receive a payout that is more than their asset level should not have their benefits reduced or stopped for more than one month. The MSD rules on asset and income exemptions are complex. We know from clients and other organizations that there is confusion and misunderstanding in the community about how Zyprexa payouts impact benefits. Consequently some people may have not reported their payout or spent all the money they received. If you hear from people concerned about how Zyprexa class action payouts affect their benefits we strongly recommend that they speak to an advocate. Please feel free to contact or refer them to Robin Loxton at 604-872-1278, toll free long-distance: 1-800-663-1278 or by email at povpost@bccpd.bc.ca
Tertiary Mental Health Services Update January 2012
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Consumer Posting with South Team: Indoor Soccer Group Facilitator
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Launch of the Defeat Depression Campaign!
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Education Bursaries
The Education Awards Program helps individuals living in subsidized housing or those on the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) pursue their educational goals. The program encourages tenants to pursue educational goals and new skills and promotes education as a way to success and personal growth. The bursaries and awards can be used towards post-secondary educational and training programs. More info ...
WRAP IN MANDARIN - Starts: February 15th at Midtown Team
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program, in partnership with the VCMHS Peer Support Program, is pleased to announce a WRAP Group in MANDARIN (Wellness Recovery Action Plan). For more information about WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) go to www.mentalhealthrecovery.com. For registration, please contact Debbie Sesula or Renea Mohammed at TE 604 708 5274 - Debbie.Sesula@vch.ca or Renea.Mohammed@vch.ca
WRAP in PLAIN ENGLISH for ESL LEARNERS - Starts February 20th - OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program, in partnership with ACE (Access Community Through English) and VCMHS Peer Support Program, is pleased to announce the first WRAP Group in Plain English for ESL Learners (Wellness Recovery Action Plan). This Program will be delivered in simple English and is intended to assist in the recovery of consumers who, due to limited language proficiency, cannot attend a regular WRAP group. They need to have at least Intermediate Level English to participate in this program. Facilitator: Nazie Lotfi, WRAP Facilitator and ESL Teacher. For more information about WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) go to www.mentalhealthrecovery.com For registration, please contact Sandra Slind at ACE: 604 675 3987 or Sandra.Slind@vch.ca
CHANGEWAYS GROUP FOR ARABIC SPEAKING WOMEN
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program in partnership with Immigrant Services Society Resettlement Assistance Program is pleased to announce the upcoming Changeways Group for Arabic-Speaking Women Starts Friday, February 24th, 2012 - 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM - 12 weeks At ISS of BC – 530 Drake Street, Vancouver For more info...
Attend Love To Be Well
Join The Canadian Mental Health Assocation -Vancouver/Burnaby Branch on Wednesday, February 8th. More info...
National Mental Health Awards
Now accepting applications for the National Mental Health Awards. Please share with those you think are doing great work in the mental health field! More info...
Changeways Group in Farsi
This group starts on Monday, January 16th, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 3rd Floor, 2450 Ontario Street, Vancouver – 8 weeks. More info...
Recovery Journey a Program for Seniors
Any older adult with mental health problems who would like to find support and explore different aspects of recovery. On Thursdays January 26th to February 23rd, 2012, 1 to 3 PM.
Active Living Ages 17-26 Fall Session
The Fall Session of Why Wait for Wellness will kick off on Monday January 4 at Creekside Community Centre, located on the False Creek Seawall, just a 5 minute walk from Science World.
All activities are drop-in, suitable for beginners and free of charge! Ending March 28 For application and More info...
CMHA’S NEW PROGRAM-Get Set & Connect
The CMHA Get Set & Connect Program is designed to help individuals living with mental illness, make connections and form meaningful relationships with other individuals through activities in the community. More info... and Orientation Dates for January
Money Skills Workshops
Money Skills will help people on limited incomes build their skills & access information to effectively manage their money & plan for the future. More info...
WRAP at Grandview Woodlands Team
WRAP is a program aimed at helping people to take charge of their own recovery journey by developing an action plan for wellness. It’s not about illness. It’s about creating the life one wants to live. You will create your own recovery and crisis plan designed for you, by you. WHERE: Grandview Woodlands Team 310-1669 East Broadway WHEN: Tuesdays for six weeks from 1:30-4:30 pm Feb. 7 – March 13, 2012 More info...
PEER SUPPORT TRAINING APPLICANTS WANTED
Are now accepting applications for the 2012/13 Vancouver Community Mental Health Services Peer Support Training. Closing Date: March 2, 2012 More info...
Art Opportunities in Vancouver
One-page list of Art Opportunities in Vancouver and area. More info...
MH Education Day (PHC event) January 25
Mental Health Education Day to be held at St. Paul's Hospital. More info...
Changeways Group In Korean
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce the first Changeways Group in Korean. Begins Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 - 12:30 – 2:30 PM 3rd Floor, 2450 Ontario Street, Vancouver 12 weeks. For Registration, please call Christina Seo @ 604 709 6501 Ext. 3 For more info...
Changeways in Spanish
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce the upcoming Changeways Group in Spanish in partnership with Family Services of Greater Vancouver. Starts Monday, February 27th, 2012 - 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM - 12 weeks At Family Services - 2nd Floor, 1193 Kingsway, Vancouver For Registration, please call 604 874 2938 - Andrea Sola (Ext. 142) or Irene Guinand (Ext. 223) For more info...
BRIDGES Peer Education Course
A 10-week peer education course for people with the lived experience of mental health issues
When? Fridays from 1:00 – 3:30 pm February 3 – April 6, 2012. More info...
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction For Immigrants or Refugees
Develop mindfulness skills to enhance your personal wellness. Learn practical techniques and strategies to manage stress. Mondays 1:00 – 3:00 PM 8 sessions Beginning January 16th More info...
WRAP in Cantonese - Strathcona Team
WRAP will be offered in Cantonese at the Strathcona Mental Health Team starting Feb. 6, 2012. More info...
Changeways Group in English for Immigrant Men and Women.
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce the next Changeways Group in English for Immigrant Men and Women. This group starts on Monday, January 16th, from 1:30 – 3:30 PM 3rd Floor, 2450 Ontario Street, Vancouver – 12 weeks For more info...
Changeways Group in Japanese
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce the first Changeways Group in Japanese. This group starts on Friday, January 27th, 2012 from 1:30 – 3:30 PM 3rd Floor, 2450 Ontario Street, Vancouver – 10 weeks. For more info...
Changeways Group in Farsi for Men and Women.
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce the next Changeways Group in Farsi for Men and Women. This group starts on Monday, January 16th, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 3rd Floor, 2450 Ontario Street, Vancouver – 8 weeks Intake Session will take place on: January 9th, 2012. For more info...
WRAP at Kits Team
Open to anyone who has the lived experience of mental health issues. WHERE: Kitsilano-Fairview Mental Health Team 400-1212 West Broadway WHEN: Thursdays for six weeks from 1:00 – 4:00 pm Jan. 26 – March 1, 2012. More info...
Psychopia short documentary directed by Ali Virk
PSYCHOPIA - a 6-1/2 minute documentary on recovery from mental illness. Sandra MacKay, an accomplished writer and painter discusses what it has been like for her living with schizophrenia for over 30 years of her life, and how this mysterious mental condition has not only opened doors of opportunity for her, but also how it has made her into a stronger person.
Producer: Corey Baldwin, Director: Ali Hamzah Virk, DOP: Sebastian Echegorri, Sound Mixer: Daphne Batistella, Editor: Sandeep Hundal http://vimeo.com/27794085
Mental Health First Aid Training - Fall 2011
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Changeways Groups in Cantonese and Mandarin - Open for Registration
The Cross Cultural Mental Health Program is pleased to announce these two groups: Changeways for Men and Women in Cantonese and Mandarin. For Registration, or more information about these groups, please contact Denise Kan at 604 709 6501 Extension # 4. Dates February 6 to April 16
WRAP in Midtown Team
Open to anyone who has the lived experience of mental health issues. WHERE: Midtown Team 3rd floor, 2450 Ontario St. WHEN: Mondays for six weeks from 1:30-4:30pm January 16-February 20, 2012. More info...
Editorial: Time to end taboo of mental illness Calgary Herald August 20, 2011
The attached article was written after the tragic death of rick rypien. (winnipeg jets forward who battled depression.)
Access 2 Entertainment Card
The Access 2 Entertainment TM card provides free admission for support persons accompanying a person with a disability at member movie theatres and selected attractions across Canada. The person with the disability pays regular admission. Card can be used at the following places: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver Aquarium, National Geographic IMAX Theatre, Pacific Cinémathèque, Science World and theatres: Cineplex Odeon Cinemas, Galaxy Cinemas, Famous Players Cinemas, SilverCity Cinemas, Colossus Cinemas, Coliseum Cinemas, Empire Theatres, Landmark Cinemas, Rainbow Cinemas, Magic Lantern Cinemas, AMC Theatres There are no agency cards. There are two sections that need to be completed: Applicant (persons with a disability) and health care provider. Please refer to website: http://www.access2.ca/applications.html
Low cost dental services
Thanks for the info. More info...
The Outlet - A new blog on mental illness and beyond.
As editors and managers of this blog our mission is manifold. First, to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for ourselves and others to share our experiences with mental illness; to express our views, tell our personal stories, and showcase our creative endeavours such as our artwork and poetry. We also want this blog to be a source of information about mental illness such as resources available, current news, special events, movies, books, and websites. As well, we hope this will be a place for discussion about the issues surrounding mental illness that are important to us all. Link is http://outlet-of-mind.blogspot.com
CMHA Chinese Health Promotion Activities
Support Group , Richmond Support Group
Rainbow Discovery Group
A social group welcoming members of the Developmentally Disabled community who also identify as Gay, Lesbian, Bi or Trans. More info...
Endowment $150 grant for RDSP
Vancouver Foundation is offering a $150 one-time gift to anyone with a Registered Disability Savings Plan to help their RDSP grow. You’ll find the application form here.
Registered Disability Savings Plan Resource
An excellent resource on the RDSP which has a guide, tip sheets, a link to one-to-one personal assistance and videos. http://www.bccpd.bc.ca/rdsp.htm
Vancouver Support group for Kids with Parents with mental health issues
Its a psycho educational group for 8-12 year olds who have a parent with a mental illness. For more info contact FACES & Community Link Program FACES: 604 675-3896 ext 20674 Community Link Program: 604 435 5677 ext 7 rebecca.swift@vch.ca
Clicklaw
A link to a useful legal website for British Columbians. It replaces LawLINK. More info...
Website with resources for clients who are immigrants or refugees:
http://www.HeretoHelp.bc.ca
Partners in Hope Recovery Society
Offering hope, support and healing to victims of harmful circumstances and dependancies as they reclaim the gift of their lives. More info...
New Resource Centre
The Kelty Resource Centre is a free, all-inclusive, virtual resource centre for BC children, youth and their families. We provide timely, relevant, evidence-based and client-friendly information on mental health and addictions topics and on programs and services in BC. We also provide resources for adults with eating disorders." (The centre is in the space formerly occupied by the eating disorders resource centre.) The Kelty Resource Centre can be accessed in the following ways: Phone: 604.875.2084 or 1-800-665-1822 Email: keltycentre@bcmhs.bc.ca or Web: www.bcmhas.ca/KeltyResourceCentre The Kelty Resource Centre can also be visited in person at: Mental Health Building (Please use Entrance 2) BC Children's Hospital Room P3-302 - 4500 Oak Street Hours of operation are currently: Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Myths and Facts of Nicotine Replacement Therapies
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Recovery is the act of becoming truly compassionate towards consumers and their families
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Bill of Rights
Client Bill of Rights and Family Bill of Rights
Memorandum
Privacy law in emergency or urgent situations. More info...
Consumer Opportunities E-mail Distribution List
An e-mail distribution list of interest to anyone who would like information about programs, events, workshops and work opportunities of interest to consumers. More info...
Computer Donations and Recycling Program Vancouver - ERA
Electronic Recycling Association, a non-profit organization in Vancouver dedicated to reducing electronic waste through the reuse and recycling of unwanted computers and related electronic equipment and the donation of refurbished computers to charities. Electronic Recycling Association Vancouver - Ph. (604) 215-4483 or vist website www.era.ca.
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