Rainclouds and hailstorms couldn’t dampen the mood at CMHA Waterloo Wellington’s second annual Ride Don’t Hide, a community bike ride raising mental health awareness and funds for mental health services. Over 150 riders gathered on Sunday, June 25th in St. Jacobs – some driving for as long as three hours to attend – raising over […]Continue readingCMHA WW’s Ride Don’t Hide raises over $40,000 for mental health initiatives
On June 21st, CMHA Waterloo Wellington joins individuals and organizations across Canada in celebrating National Aboriginal Day. This annual event is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The Canadian Constitution recognizes these three groups as Aboriginal peoples, […]Continue readingCMHA WW celebrates National Aboriginal Day
On June 15th, CMHA Waterloo Wellington joins organizations around the world in recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is estimated that 10% of older adults will experience one or more forms of abuse at some point during their senior years. We are encouraging everyone to show the world you care about ending elder abuse […]Continue readingCMHA WW recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
In the weeks leading up to Ride Don’t Hide, CMHA Waterloo Wellington will bring you stories from riders and fundraisers about why mental health is important to them. Ride Don’t Hide is a national campaign hosted by the CMHA on Sunday, June 25th, bringing together over 10,000 participants in communities across the country with the […]Continue readingRide Don’t Hide Spotlight: Jaclyn’s Story
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington is receiving a big boost in helping to improve mental health care in Waterloo Region. CMHA WW has been named the 2017 investee by Social Venture Partners Waterloo Region (SVP). The partnership will include up to $25,000 of unrestricted annual funding for three years, amounting to a potential of […]Continue readingCMHA WW named 2017 investee of Social Venture Partners Waterloo Region
On June 13th, CMHA Waterloo Wellington joins organizations across Canada in recognizing Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This annual event aims to normalize conversations about mental health issues and reduce the stigma that often prevents men from seeking help. CMHA recognizes that stigma may make it difficult for men to identify their own mental health […]Continue readingCMHA WW recognizes Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
Sara sits in an office at CMHA Waterloo Wellington’s Weber Street location, smiling and laughing. “I’m just way happier with myself,” she says. “I know I don’t have to look a certain way at all.” For Sara, the change is a dramatic one – just a few years ago, she confesses, “I hated my body […]Continue reading“I made it through this”: One young woman’s story of overcoming her eating disorder
CMHA Waterloo Wellington joins individuals and organizations across the province to celebrate Seniors’ Month in June. Seniors’ Month is an important time to celebrate the valuable contributions older adults make in communities across Ontario and reflect on the way they are supported. CMHA Waterloo Wellington is dedicated to supporting the well-being of all people throughout […]Continue readingCMHA WW celebrates Seniors’ Month
It is my hope, not just as Chief of Police, but as a community member, that people realize mental illness does not define them. Being vulnerable and needing help is not a weakness. Seeking help takes courage, strength, and perhaps most importantly, support from one another.Continue readingRide Don’t Hide Spotlight: Chief Bryan Larkin’s Story
In the weeks leading up to Ride Don’t Hide, CMHA Waterloo Wellington will bring you stories from riders and fundraisers about why mental health is important to them. Ride Don’t Hide is a national campaign hosted by the CMHA on Sunday, June 25th, bringing together over 10,000 participants in communities across the country with the […]Continue readingRide Don’t Hide Spotlight: Diane Freeman’s Story