In September 2008 the Canadian Mental Health Association purchased the Balmoral Hotel building on Haliburton Street in Nanaimo for the purposes of providing supportive housing and outreach. Christina Martens, CMHA’s Mid-Island Branch executive director, said that the organization had invested in the community and was looking forward to being a good neighbour, despite hearing some initial concerns about the plans. (more…)
One man’s story of recovery, in his own words
January 22nd, 2009 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on One man’s story of recovery, in his own words)
Wallace Malay is a Nanaimo artist and a student at Vancouver Island University. There was a time, however, when Wallace was homeless, ill, and in active addiction.
Wallace Malay joins us in the studio to share his personal story of experience, strength, and hope, and to talk about homelessness and recovery. (more…)
Seminar to focus on youth anxiety, acute disorders
January 15th, 2009 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Seminar to focus on youth anxiety, acute disorders)
Anxiety disorders are surprisingly common in children and teenagers, affecting approximately 10 per cent of them. Unfortunately, 80 per cent of anxiety disorders in this age group go untreated.
What are anxiety disorders? Why do they occur? What can be done? To help parents learn how to deal with anxiety disorders in their children, AnxietyBC is bringing a skills building seminar to Nanaimo on Monday, Jan. 19. (more…)
Bouncing back with mental health supports on Vancouver Island
December 18th, 2008 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Bouncing back with mental health supports on Vancouver Island)
It’s not uncommon for people with conditions like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, chronic pain, etc. to feel anxious or depressed. Bounce Back: Reclaim your Health is a new self-help program designed to help people living with chronic physical conditions improve emotional well-being and get more out of life. (more…)
Yoga talk: More than just exercise
December 4th, 2008 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Yoga talk: More than just exercise)
Yoga’s physical and mental practices and disciplines are increasingly popular and being adopted by many. We speak with yoga teachers Kim Leduc and Kelly Murphy about yoga and its potential benefit and/or therapeutic use in helping with addiction or mental health problems. (more…)
Coping talk: The holiday season isn’t always merry
November 27th, 2008 | Posted by in uncategorized - (Comments Off on Coping talk: The holiday season isn’t always merry)December is almost here, and Christmas and holiday planning and activities are already underway. This time of year is commonly described as stressful and challenging…along with the more positive descriptions, of course.
What are some of the challenges of the holiday season? What can you do for self-care? Where can you go for help?
We’re joined by registered nurse Kristen Wald, of the Vancouver Island Health Authority’s mental health and addictions crisis response team.
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