WINDSOR, ONT. Talk, text and join in on social media for Bell Let’s Talk Day on Thursday. The ongoing impacts of COVID-19 mean that now more than ever, every action counts in moving Canada’s mental health forward. You can join the conversation to support those who struggle while also driving Bell’s donations to Canadian mental health simply by talking, texting and participating on social media. “The stress and uncertainty of COVID-19 has impacted all of us, and the need for a heightened focus on the mental health of Canadians is clear,” said Mary Deacon, chair of Bell Let’s Talk. “We’re highlighting the actions we can all take during these challenging times to stay connected and enable better mental health for our families, friends and colleagues. We invite you to share your ideas, join in virtual events nationwide and make your voice heard on our 11th annual Bell Let’s Talk Day tomorrow!”
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Editorâs Note: This is the second in a two-part series of tributes acknowledging and celebrating the extraordinary individuals who have been teaching and caring for our Brattleboro area children during this challenging time. In presenting these accolades, the Reformer and Compassionate Brattleboro, sponsors of this initiative, recognize that the teachers and caretakers in our area, as a whole, have risen to the challenges imposed in uncommon fashion â and that our larger community is enormously proud â and grateful!
Aimee Levesque
3rd Grade Teacher, Putney Central School
When the pandemic hit, our family hunkered down into remote schooling. For our second grader, this meant taking the reins of supporting him as a budding reader who was struggling. Aimee Levesque gave us so many resources and supports for the end of the semester and into the summer. We were fortunate to have her transition to third grade teacher
Dr. Timothy Barrett
University of The Bahamas has appointed Dr. Timothy Barrett to serve as Mental Health Consultant effective Monday, 4th January 2021, providing mental and psychological health services for faculty, staff and students, including the University of The Bahamas-North community.
The Managing Director of Holistic Health Services Ltd., Dr. Barrett will implement a wellness-based Employee Assistance Programme and Student Assistance Programme offering psychological services via office visits, and through virtual sessions. A 24-hour, seven days a week counselling hotline, staffed by a team of trained professionals, will be made available. UB employees and students will also receive grief counselling and be kept abreast of current and critical mental and psychological health information. The ultimate aim is to increase workplace productivity, heighten morale and reduce levels of frustration, stress, disciplinary and grievance actions. Early and timely interven
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