With 1 in 5 Canadians needing help for a mental illness each year, mental illness is both a community issue and a business issue. Unfortunately, as shown by a Canadian survey in 2000, the stigma associated with mental illness prevented nearly half of these individuals from getting help. With education and understanding, we will change this.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
MHFA is an exciting new 2-day course designed for people working with the general public to gain a better understanding of mental illnesses and the basic skills and knowledge to deal with specific situations. MHFA follows the physical First Aid model by teaching people first responder skills that will help save lives.
Who should take this course?
- Front line service providers who work with the public
- Family members, friends or caregivers of people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness
- People who work in helping professions such as education, health, community services and social work
- Workplaces needing assistance to recognize and respond to issues of mental illness.
To find a MHFA course that CMHA VERNON offers, click on www.mentalhealthfirstaid.ca and follow these directions:
1. In the "By Instructor" menu (2nd from top), scroll down to:
Myhre, Susan
2. Click on Sue's name.
3. Click "Find Courses" button
To Register for a course, please contact Sue at CMHA: 250-542-3114 ext. 206
Mental Health Works
Did you know... Disability represents anywhere from 4-12% of payroll costs in Canada, and that mental health claims (especially depression) are the fastest growing category of disability costs in Canada?
Mental Health Works is a course designed to meet the needs of businesses and workplaces dealing with mental health issues. This full-day award-winning workshop enables managers to:
- discuss mental health issues with employees.
- deal effectively with performance issues.
- avoid discrimination and human rights violations.
- develop accommodation strategies that work.
Addressing mental health issues in the workplace is a win-win proposition for employers and employees alike. With early detection and appropriate accommodation at work, the vast majority of people are able to continue working effectively or return to work after an absence caused by mental illness.
For more information, visit www.mentalhealthworks.ca and contact our office at(250)542-3114 about how to take part in our courses for the Vernon area.
