Depression is a six-week education program designed to help people who have been diagnosed with depression. A trained facilitator and health care professionals discuss issues that relate to depression. These include information on symptoms, treatment options, coping strategies and community resources. The aim of Depression program is to offer assistance as well as encouragement in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. This […]Continue readingDepression program
Saint John Programs
If you are interested in attending one of the many programs offered by the Saint John office, please contact the Saint John Community Program Coordinator – Dawn O’Dell via email [email protected]
Understanding Anxiety & Panic Disorder
Understanding Anxiety & Panic Disorder is an eight-week education program designed to help people who have been diagnosed with generalized anxiety and / or panic disorder. A trained facilitator and a number of health professionals discuss issues that relate to anxiety and / or panic disorder. This includes information on symptoms, treatment options, coping strategies, and community resources. The aim […]Continue readingUnderstanding Anxiety & Panic Disorder
Mindfulness
This six-week skill-based program is designed to introduce you to the benefits and practice of mindfulness in your everyday life and to teach you the basics of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is an approach to self-care that encourages us to connect with our mind, body and spirit. Mindfulness is a non-judgmental way of paying attention in […]Continue readingMindfulness
Engaging Families in Recovery
Engaging Families in Recovery program is a 10-week education and support program for individuals who are caring for a loved one living with mental illness. The goal of the program is for caregivers / loved ones to feel better equipped with various coping skills and knowledge of how best be a supporter and caregiver in ways […]Continue readingEngaging Families in Recovery
D2R: From Dependency to Recovery
D2R: From Dependency to Recovery is an eight-week education program for individuals who are living with an addiction, unhealthy behaviour, or families affected by addiction. The program will provide information and resources to assist individuals in staying focused on recovery which takes effort and a strong support system. The aim of D2R: From Dependency to Recovery is […]Continue readingD2R: From Dependency to Recovery
Life After Loss: Survivors of Suicide
Life After Loss: Survivors of Suicide is a ten-week education program for individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide. Our hope is to provide a supportive environment that encourages listening and sharing stories with others who have experienced a loss through suicide, while enhancing your understanding about suicide and helping you move forward […]Continue readingLife After Loss: Survivors of Suicide
Making Wellness a Priority
Making Wellness a Priority 1 in 5 will experience a mental illness, but 5 in 5 have mental health. The Making Wellness a Priority program is a monthly education session for the 5 in 5 who want to maintain or improve their overall state of wellness. Each month a health professional will provide information on a variety […]Continue readingMaking Wellness a Priority
Living Life to the Full
“THIS COURSE HAS GIVEN ME TOOLS I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR, FOR OVER 20 YEARS. I HAVE RECEIVED NUMEROUS SUPPORTS FOR MY DEPRESSION OVER THE YEARS BUT HAVE NOT COME ACROSS A MORE HELPFUL, MANAGEABLE, DOABLE PROGRAM THAT CAN BE IMPLEMENTED IMMEDIATELY.” Want to know how to feel happier, more confident and worry less right […]Continue readingLiving Life to the Full