At that heart of this CMHA story is MJ (and Juniper, the dog). MJ is a CMHA peer navigator and Juniper is her new pet therapy dog. Together, they are helping people find their way through the mental health system, and clearing a path to recovery. Peer support is emotional and practical support between two […]Continue readingMJ & Juniper’s Story – CMHA North & West Vancouver
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CMHA Origin Story
The origins of community mental health in Canada It all started at afternoon tea. In Mrs. Dunlap’s drawing room. But first, some context: It was wartime, circa 1917, and Dr. Clarence Hincks had grown impatient. He had been plugging away in a psychiatric outpatient clinic in Toronto for a number of years. Meanwhile, the asylums […]Continue readingCMHA Origin Story
Andrew’s Story – CMHA Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge
“I’ve accomplished a lot, but it wasn’t an easy road.” Andrew’s recovery journey began in 2004 when he approached CMHA HKPR in Peterborough, Ontario, in search of supports for mental health, housing and budgeting. He had been struggling to secure housing due to anxiety, substance use, financial issues and a learning disability. Andrew found his […]Continue readingAndrew’s Story – CMHA Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge