CMHA Mobile Wellness Clinic Seeking Parking Space in Northumberland or Peterborough

The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR) is seeking a parking space for its Road Ahead Mobile Wellness Clinic vehicle in Northumberland or Peterborough overnight and on weekends.

Launched earlier this year, it saids individuals who may have difficulty accessing supports by bringing a full range of mental health and addictions services to rural and remote areas across the Four Counties according to a press release. The program provides counselling and therapy, support with addictions and substance use, mental health education, medication support, and access to other services such as psychiatry.

CMHA HKPR is seeking a parking option that:

• Is located in a bay or locked building

• Has the space for a vehicle that is 37 ft L by 12 ft H and 13 ft W

• Is heated (above freezing)

• Includes a safe space for up to three staff vehicles to park while the clinic is on the road

• Includes access to the bay or building by 8:30 a.m. 7 days a week

• Is centrally located to serve Peterborough and Northumberland

Anyone knowing a landlord or a vacant commercial parking space in the Peterborough or Northumberland area is asked to contact Jeff Cadence, manager of The Road Ahead at jcadence@cmhahkpr.ca.

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CMHA Offers New Courses Through HOPE Learning Centre This Fall

The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR) introducing new courses through the Helping Others Through Peer Education (HOPE) Learning Centre this fall announced on Wednesday.

Photo by Luke Best.

The courses include mental health and well-being that promote recovery, hope, empowerment, possibility and connection. Courses are collaboratively designed, developed, and delivered with individuals who have lived experience.

HOPE launched its Fall Course Catalogue and Calendar this week for City of Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough, Northumberland and Haliburton.

Courses are offered virtually and in person. The are intended for anyone over 16 that is living with a mental health concern. CMHA says it may be particularly beneficial for people who are looking to connect with others and could benefit from the support and guidance in making choices in their recovery journey.

“The H.O.P.E. Learning Centre brings innovative mental health and wellness programming to the communities we serve. It provides education in an interactive, meaningful way that focuses on improved quality of life for its participants.,” said Christine Crough, manager of peer initiatives and employment supports, “Our aim in delivering programming is to help participants feel empowered, have a sense of connection and hopefulness as they move forward in their wellness journey.”

A class list or enrollment can be found on CMHA’s website.

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