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Back to School Mental Health Kit 2021-2022

Back to School Mental Health Kit 2021-2022

Your Mental Health Matters!

Good mental health is something we all want for ourselves, our friends, our family and others in our community. Just like we care for our physical health, there are things we need to do to stay mentally healthy.

HWCDSB Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan 2021-2022

HWCDSB Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan 2021-2022

Back to school with McMaster Children’s Hospital

Back to school with McMaster Children’s Hospital

Back-to-school season is an exciting time for you and your children, but it's not always easy.

To help you and your family get ready, McMaster Children’s Hospital experts have added to their collection of print and video resources with new topics, including the importance of getting your vision checked, positive body image, returning to a school routine, allergy awareness, and more.

Check out the new resources at www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/back-to-school.

MacKids has also added more free parenting courses and workshops to their program catalogue for this fall. Register online.
Noticing Mental Health Issues

Noticing Mental Health Issues

Preamble - Sometimes, despite your best efforts, children and youth will struggle with their emotions, thoughts, or behaviours. Knowing the signs of difficulty and getting help early can make all the difference. If you need support on noticing mental health concerns in your child(ren), these resources may offer some additional assistance.

Noticing mental health concerns in your child
Your Child’s Mental Wellness and Remote Learning
Canadian Mental Health Association
Be There for Yourself
Be There
Be There in a Crisis
Prepare; Prevent; Respond: Quick Reference for Youth Suicide Prevention
School Mental Health Ontario

School Mental Health Ontario

School Mental Health Ontario works with school districts across Ontario to support student mental health. Evidence-based resources and information can be found below.

Parents and Families
https://smho-smso.ca/parents-and-families/

Students
https://smho-smso.ca/students/