MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS SAFETY

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2 Vision Mental health and wellness in all communities. Mission To be a leader in the provision of advocacy, education, research and client-centered recovery-based services in the Kenora and Rainy River Districts. VALUES Collaboration Empowerment and Self-Determination Diversity and Social Justice Accountability Integrity and Transparency Innovation About Our Programs District Mental Health Services for Older Adults Program About the Program: The program offers specialized community based geriatric services in the Kenora and Rainy River Districts. Who is Eligible: Seniors that are 60 years of age and older with a dementia or other serious mental illness, such as: Clinical Depression Mood Disorder Anxiety Disorder Schizophrenia Vascular Dementia Alzheimer s Disease or Related Dementia The target population includes older adults living in community and facility-based environments including personal residences, supportive housing, chronic and acute care facilities, LTC Facilities. Supports, services, and education are also available to the caregivers and care providers of these individuals. The Program Provides: Assessment and Cognitive Screening Counselling or Therapy Cognitive-Behavioural Interventions Care and Treatment Planning Referral and Advocacy Monitoring Education and Support to Caregivers Community Outreach and Presentations Geriatric Psychiatry Specialty Services: A geriatric psychiatrist is available via tele-health on a weekly rotating basis in each community for assessment, case consultation and education. The program also has access to a number of other specialists in the field of geriatric care to assist in meeting the needs of the older adult population. The Program is Offered: Throughout the Kenora and Rainy River Districts For More Information Contact The Office in Your Community: Fort Frances Kenora or Toll-Free Dryden Sioux Lookout Red Lake Atikokan

3 About Our Programs District Peer Support Program About the Program: Consumers and family members have identified the need for and benefit of services provided by a peer; someone who has experienced a mental illness and is knowledgeable of mental health and social services. This is a consumer driven initiative that provides support to individuals and families who are affected by the stigma and reality of mental illness throughout the Kenora and Rainy River Districts. Our staff has a blend of education, training and personal experience with mental illness. Through the combination of these three components, staff promote recovery; providing a supportive and safe environment where people can talk about their mental health issues without judgement and with confidentiality. Who is Eligible: Individuals 18 years of age and older that have a personal mental health issue, or have had one in the past. Family members of individuals with a mental health issue. The Program Provides: Peer, Family and Forensic Peer Support Peer Support Drop-In Centres Educational Training such as Mental Health First Aid, Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), Hearing Voices that are Distressing and Anti-Stigma Education Regional Consumer and Family Conferences Eight Session Family Information Support Program Referral and Advocacy Services PEER SUPPORT: Peer support is staffed by those who have direct personal experience receiving mental health services, helping and supporting other adults with mental illness to work on their own recovery. FAMILY SUPPORT: When someone is diagnosed with a mental illness it can affect the whole family including parents, children, spouses and siblings. We can help support family members and caregivers through this difficult time with education, information, individual support and more. FORENSIC PEER SUPPORT: Forensic Peer Support provides support to individuals who have been, are in, or are at risk of being in the criminal justice system. Forensic Peer Support Workers provide advocacy and support as individuals focus on their paths to recovery. The Program is Offered: Throughout the Kenora and Rainy River Districts For More Information Contact: DISTRICT PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM Fort Frances Kenora or Toll-Free Red Lake Dryden We promote RECOVERY and most importantly, we can provide HOPE Peer Support Drop-In Centres About the Program: The CMHA Peer Support Drop-In Centre is a self-help network and a place where individuals experiencing mental health difficulties can benefit from participating in our recovery-focused Drop-In Centre for a wide range of social, recreational and educational activities. We provide a supportive, confidential and safe place to assist individuals with their recovery. Who is Eligible: Individuals 18 years of age and older that have a personal mental health issue, or have had one in the past. Family members of individuals with a mental health issue. The Program Provides: Peer Support A Variety of Wellness Programs and Creative Activities Educational Programs Coffee and a Lunch Program Access to Computers, Internet, Telephones and Television The Program is Offered: In Fort Frances, Kenora, Dryden and Red Lake For more specific information on hours, activities and a calendar of events for the Drop-In Centre in your community, please visit our website at For More Information Contact: Peer Support Drop-In Centre Fort Frances Kenora or Toll-Free Red Lake Dryden

4 About Our Programs Psychogeriatric Resource Program About the Program: This program assists in the care of those individuals with complex care needs and responsive behaviours in Long Term Care Facilities and Community Support Agencies. The Psychogeriatric Resource Program consists of the Psychogeriatric Resource Consultants (PRC) and Outreach Personal Support Workers (Outreach PSW). Who is Eligible: Long Term Care Facilities and Community Support Agencies who serve people with dementia, mental illness or other complex needs. The Program Provides: The Role of the PRC Consultation Services Assist in Developing Interventions for Persons with Responsive Behaviours Assist and Advise in Care Plan Development Education and Training to Staff Act as an Advisor, Educator, Facilitator and Network Builder Identify Gaps and Integrate Services The Role of the Outreach PSW Under the direction of the PRC, provides oneto-one support of residents with responsive behaviours Provides hands-on practical strategies and support to LTC staff Implements best practices in behaviour management Shares knowledge using a peer-support model to mentor and coach LTC staff Certified Training Offered: P.I.E.C.E.S. U-First Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care: Responding to Persons with Challenging Behaviours (GPA) Interactive Workshops: Virtual Dementia Tour Mealtime Matters Unfair Hearing Test Presentations Offered: Alzheimer s Disease Communication Strategies Caring for Individuals with Dementia Activation and Dementia The Importance of Activity Intimacy and Sexuality Responsive Behaviours The Program is Offered: Throughout the Kenora and Rainy River Districts For More Information Contact: PSYCHOGERIATRIC RESOURCE PROGRAM Rainy River District Kenora District Case Management Program About the Program: The Case Management Program is designed to facilitate recovery and maintain a quality of life directed by the individual. Community Support Workers will develop an individualized service plan to assist persons in developing the skills and supports necessary to maintain a level of independence that allows them to live and thrive in the community. Supports are provided in the community setting or within the person s home environment according to the individual s choice. Who is Eligible: This program is designed to assist and support individuals 18 years of age and older who have a serious mental illness. The Program Provides: Assistance with Daily Living and Meeting Basic Needs (i.e. Housing, Financial and Advocacy) Support in Employment / Vocational / Social Activities Life and Social Skills Development Assistance Navigating the Mental Health System and Other Relevant Networks i.e. Ow, Odsp Assistance with Accessing Psychiatric and Medical Services including Symptom and Medication Management Assistance for Individuals in Identifying Strengths and Determining Areas of Need and Developing Support Plans using a Recovery Philosophy Crisis Prevention, Intervention and Management Health Promotion and Education with a Focus on Recovery and Wellness Referrals to Other Community Resources and the Coordination of a Support Network Case Management Services can be a brief or longterm support. The Program is Offered: Within the Fort Frances Area For More Information Contact: Case Management Program

5 About Our Programs Education Program About the Program: CMHA is committed to public awareness efforts that result in reduced stigma of mental illness. Through education and training activities the Education Program assists services and groups in our community to understand the issues that people with mental illness face and to learn ways to support those individuals. Understanding each other builds an inclusionary community. Education services are provided through the activities and services listed below: Resources for Public Education: Presentations, Workshops and Seminars Information Displays and Health Fairs Public Education Campaigns Resource Distribution such as Fact Sheets, Pamphlets and Information Packages Media Promotion and Advertising Publications such as CMHA Northern Regional Branch Newsletter Mental Health Matters Examples of Presentations Offered: Mental Health Overview Eating Disorders and Psychotic Disorders Deliberate Self Injury and Suicide Seasonal Affective Disorders (SAD) Stigma and Mental Health What is Mental Health? Stress and Uncertainty in the Workplace Concurrent Disorders Language Hurts Life of Stress Healthy Relationships Making Healthy Choices Body Image and Health Eating (Presentations can be developed to meet the needs and interest of the group requesting it.) Examples of Workshops Offered: Mental Health First Aid for Adults who Interact with Youth Hearing Voices that are Distressing TAMI (Talking About Mental Illness) Photo Voice The Program is Offered: Throughout the Rainy River District For More Information Contact: THE EDUCATION PROGRAM Court Diversion and Support Program About the Program: The program offers court support and diversion services to individuals experiencing mental health issues who come in contact with the Criminal Justice System. Who is Eligible: Individuals 18 years and older considered to have a Serious Mental Illness, Developmental Disability, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Concurrent Diagnosis, Dual Diagnosis or Acquired Brain Injury and who have come in contact with the Criminal Justice System. The Program Provides: Assistance Accessing Duty Counsel and/or Legal Aid Mental Health Diversion Planning Assistance Retaining Legal Representation Case Management Custody Release Planning Probation/Ontario Review Board Support Services Advocacy and Referral Community Outreach The Program is Offered: Throughout the Rainy River District For More Information Contact: Court Diversion and Support Program Housing Program About the Program: Our Housing Program provides a limited number of rent supplements to individuals who are homeless, at risk of being homeless or who are living in inadequate housing. Who is Eligible: Individuals 18 years and older who experience an ongoing mental health disability or are assessed as in recovery from an addiction. The benefit is restricted to Employment and Income Assistance participants. e.g. Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program, (ODSP) or otherwise qualify for RGI (Rent Geared to Income). The Program Provides: Funding for Improved Housing Case Management Services Landlord/Tenant Advocacy Home Management Support A Recovery Based Focus The Program is Offered: Within the Fort Frances Area For More Information Contact: Housing Program

6 Relaxation: Deep relaxation, like meditation, when practiced regularly, not only relieves stress and anxiety, but also is shown to improve mood. Deep relaxation has many other potential benefits as well it can decrease blood pressure, relieve pain, and improve your immune and cardiovascular systems. Making time to find enjoyment is also an important element of relaxation.

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8 Peace Within Yourself: Get to know who you are... and what truly makes you happy. Learn to balance what you cannot change about yourself.

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10 Get Enough Sleep: Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. It is believed that having enough sleep is an important factor in our ability to deal with adversity and the demands of a busy life. As we sleep, new pathways are being formed to help you learn and remember information in preparing for the next day.

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12 Volunteer: Volunteering is called the win-win activity because helping others makes us feel good about ourselves. At the same time, it widens our social network, provides us with the new learning experiences and can bring balance to our lives. Getting involved with your community gives a sense of purpose, satisfaction and inclusion.

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14 Hobbies: Having an outlet such as reading, listening to music, or drawing are great ways to relieve every day stress. Hobbies bring balance to your life by allowing you to do something you enjoy because you want to do it, free of the pressure of everyday tasks. It also keeps your brain active.

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16 Physical Activity: Regular physical activity improves psychological well-being and can reduce depression and anxiety. Joining an exercise group or a gym can also reduce loneliness, since it connects you with a new set of people sharing a common goal.

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18 Strength in Numbers: Sharing a problem with others who have had similar experiences will help you with finding a solution and reduce the feeling of isolation. People with strong networks of social support tend to stay happier and healthier and tend to handle stress better.

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20 Alone Time: It is important to set aside time every day to allow yourself to escape the stressors of everyday life. Take time to daydream, to breathe deeply, or have a bubblebath. Whatever it is, do it just for you and enjoy your own company.

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22 Nutrition: Eating foods that are good for you not only improves your physical health, but they play a huge role in your mental health. Good nutrition is an important component as it contributes to healthy attitude and improved memory while warding off potential mental disorders such as depression and anxiety.

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24 Humour: Adding humour to stressful situations can help lighten the mood. Humour and laughter can also strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, diminish pain, and protect you from the damaging effects of stress.

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26 Friendship: Having friends who are willing to listen and support one through good and bad times is essential. They form one of the foundations of our ability to cope with the problems that life throws at us.

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28 Positive Attitude: People with positive attitudes are better able to cope with stress and anxiety. When life becomes challenging, a positive attitude will enable you to develop strength and resiliency while giving you the ability to enjoy life more and handle future stressors. ***Optimists tend to live an average of 7.5 years longer than Pessimists***

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30 Decrease Stress by Creating a Meaningful Budget: Financial issues are big causes of stress, especially in today s economy. Overspending on our wants instead of our needs makes for compounding money worries. Writing down where your dollars are going will help you keep a closer eye on your spending... and in turn will help you make better financial decisions.

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32 HOW REFERRALS ARE MADE: Referrals are accepted by any source including family, physicians, service providers and self-referrals by contacting our Agency. Services are Free, Professional and Confidential Fort Frances Toll-Free Kenora Toll-Free Dryden Red Lake Sioux Lookout North West Local Health Integration Network PRINTED IN CANADA TIMES PRINTING, FORT FRANCES, ON