Mental Health Week – the key to peer support

In this article you will learn about peer support which is basically the emotional and practical support between people with similar experiences. Learn how empathy is used in peer support and certification to become a trained peer supporter. You also want to learn how to avoid the empathy trap!

Empathy: the key to peer support – Canadian Mental Health Association (mentalhealthweek.ca)
Peer Support Certification: Peer Support Canada
How to Avoid the Empathy Trap | Greater Good (berkeley.edu)


Mental Health Week – the power of empathy

As we now transition from staying at home throughout the pandemic to learning to live with the virus, shifting our mindset from avoidance and fear to becoming adaptable and resilient. The pandemic has taken an emotional toll on all of us and now more than ever we need to practice our empathy skills. This article talks about the power of empathy. The power of empathy – Canadian Mental Health Association (mentalhealthweek.ca).


Celebrating National Pet Week! Tips to keep your dogs and cats safe

 

Did you know that May 2-6 is National Pet Week? Our friends from Algonquin College’s veterinary programs provided us with a list of the most common poisons harmful to dogs and cats.

If you think your pet has ingested a toxin, please contact your veterinarian or an emergency clinic right away. Pet parents can also find more information at  https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/ or https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control

Keep this list handy to keep your pet safe.