Anxiety, stress, worry, fear, uncertainty, dread, sadness, grief: these are all normal and expected responses to a massive disruptive event like a pandemic. You might be scared of the pandemic, the coronavirus, and the COVID-19 illness. You might have a lot of uncertainty around you job and your ability to keep paying your rent and […]Continue readingCOVID-19 – Stay Well in Uncertain Times
With many of us working from home, the physical and social distancing can become a challenge on our mental health. We will be recording a variety of ‘Mental Health Moments’ over the next little while to assist you in overcoming the isolation and impact on your mental health. You are not alone! If you feel […]Continue readingMental Health Moments during COVID-19
Crisis Line Awareness Week this year runs from March 23 to 27, and happens to come amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic. Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) Interior Crisis Line Network says that their increase in call volume amidst the outbreak illustrates the importance of the service. Read MoreContinue readingCrisis Line Awareness Week – March 23 -27 2020
In efforts to protect our employees, persons served, community partners and residents from the spread of COVID-19, CMHA Kootenays has closed our doors to the public until April 20 2020. This date may change based on the conditions of COVID-19 so please be sure to check back regularly. We are continuing to provide services to […]Continue readingOffice Hours Updated due to COVID-19
Canadian Mental Health Association for the Kootenays is so grateful and would like to thank the residents and volunteers of Cranbrook, Kimberley and surrounding area for their generosity in making the Coldest Night of the Year 2020 a huge success! With your support and sponsorship, we raised over $34,000 to help those who are homeless, hungry […]Continue readingColdest Night of the Year Thank you
UPDATE: Effective March 17 2020, due to COVID-19, we will be CLOSED to the public indefinitely and we will no longer be accepting income tax forms from eligible participants. We will make every attempt to process the taxes already submitted. Once your taxes are completed, we will be calling to arrange pickup or mail your […]Continue readingIncome Tax Program is CLOSED due to COVID-19
NOTICE: Due to COVID-19 we are postponing the Mental Health First Aid course until further notice. However, if interested in attending, please contact us so we can add you to the waitlist. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) intended for adults interacting with adults (18 years and older). The training is over 2 days for a combined […]Continue readingMental Health First Aid – Basic – POSTPONED
CRANBROOK WELCOMES BACK THE COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR ON FEB. 22, 2020 CRANBROOK, Dec 5, 2019 – Canadian Mental Health Association for the Kootenays (CMHA Kootenays) and The Cranbrook Salvation Army are encouraging Cranbrook and Kimberley residents to bundle up and raise cold, hard cash for The Coldest Night of the Year (WALK). A […]Continue readingColdest Night of the Year – Feb 22 2020
BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) has to announced the recipients of its annual awards, celebrating the achievements of individuals and organizations in the non-profit housing sector. The awards recognize ground-breaking work furthering the cause of affordable housing in B.C., inspiring others in the sector and helping to build community support for a safe, secure and affordable home […]Continue readingCMHA Kootenays receives Provincial Award
Help BC become an accessible province for everyone. The BC Government is developing new laws, standards and policies to better support people with disabilities. We believe BC’s accessibility standards must ensure inclusive services and spaces for everyone – regardless of whether their disability is mental or physical. Let’s ensure that people with mental health and […]Continue readingAccessibility through Legislation