Halton Elder Abuse Prevention Network: Telecheck referral form What is TeleCheck TeleCheck is a free telephone service provided to individuals residing in the Halton Region and Hamilton Region. What We Do Provide a proactive approach to mental health support. Caring connections offered by our volunteers instill a sense of hope and belonging, enhancing an individual’s […]
HEAPN: Halton Distress Centre Telecheck Referral Form Read More »
Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health The words we use can make such an impact. This idea of “flipping language” to humanize people living with dementia is long overdue. For example, instead of saying someone “refused to,” you say “chose not to.” Instead of “feeding,” you say “assisting/supporting with meal.” The outcome of the study
Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health Read More »
This CARP Halton segment will feature a short list of famous people who suffered from Mental Illness and contributed much to society: Abraham Lincoln The revered sixteenth President of the United States suffered from severe and incapacitating depressions that occasionally led to thoughts of suicide, as documented in numerous biographies by Carl Sandburg. Virginia Woolf
Mental Health Matters: Famous People Who Were Mentally Ill Read More »
Recently the Older Adult Advisory Committee in Halton invited the various municipalities to present their housing strategies. CARP Halton Chapter thanks OAAC for sharing this information with us. Click on the icons below to see these presentations. Oakville Burlington Milton Halton Hills
Housing Option in Halton Communities Read More »
Mental Health Matters Every month CARP Halton will feature a Mental Health article. This segment will explore the link between “madness” and creativity. Is there one? “The relationship between creativity and mental illness is complex and debated, with some research suggesting a potential link, particularly with mood disorders like bipolar disorder, while others argue that
Mental Health Matters: Exploring Links Between Creativity and Mental Health Read More »