CMHA Kelowna News
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans & Queer identified People and Mental Health
Although lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer identified (LGBTQ) people are as diverse as the general Canadian population in their experiences of mental health and well-being, they face higher risks for some mental health issues due to the effects of discrimination and the social determinants of health. This information was compiled by Rainbow Health Ontario […]
New mobile unit provides greater access to mental health and substance services for Central Okanagan youth
KELOWNA - Youth aged 12-24 in the Central Okanagan will soon have low-barrier access to health and mental health care through Foundry Kelowna’s new wellness on wheels service. Set to launch this summer, this new mobile unit, comprised of a retrofitted motorhome, will travel to West Kelowna, Westbank First Nation and Lake Country, to places [...]
How are we feeling? Canadians are worried, bored, stressed, lonely & sad
CMHA and UBC release data on emotional impact of the pandemic for Mental Health Week The pandemic is taking an emotional toll on people in Canada, as 77% of adults report feeling so-called negative emotions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The five most common responses across Canada were ‘worried or anxious,’ ‘bored,’ ‘stressed,’ [...]