Entries by Diana

Caring Kids: Expressing Big Feelings About Home

This workshop is for kids aged 5 to 12 who have a loved one who has a disability, mental health challenges or chronic illness. We will use creative expression to explore what care means in different families, to talk about healthy coping skills and self-care, and to build confidence.

Boundaries & Setting Limits

It is tough to set and understand boundaries in relationships. In this workshop, family caregivers will practice setting boundaries while respecting their loved one’s limits.

Annual Campaign

Our Annual Campaign is on now. Please help us support families who are coping with mental illness in a loved one.

Stress Management

Caring about someone who lives with mental illness can take a toll on your physical and mental well-being. It’s time for some self-compassion–register now for our stress management workshop.

Meditation

Coping with a loved one’s mental illness can be difficult and stressful. Meditation can help–sign up for this online workshop series.

How to Let a Teacher Know You’re a Young Carer

If you feel like you are responsible for making sure someone is staying healthy and happy, you might be a young caregiver! And your teachers should be able to help make life easier for you.

Coping With Trauma

Trauma is defined as a mental, emotional and/or physical stress reaction that occurs after an event and can lead to feelings of shock, denial, anger, or numbness. Here’s how to help yourself or someone you care about.

Caregivers 55+

Getting older while still having to take care of a loved one with mental health challenges can be difficult. This free 3 part online workshop can help.