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  • Bell Let’s Talk Day and Self-Care - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Bell Let's Talk Day is on January 28th this year, and we would like to hear from you all about your self-care practices. Do you take time for yourself regularly? Or is it a challenge to practice self-care? How do…
  • COVID-19 and the Holidays - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    It's unlikely most Canadians will enjoy a holly jolly Christmas season of gatherings, carolling and travel, say public health experts who encourage those who revel in holiday traditions to accept more sacrifices ahead.
  • DCO’s Board of Directors for 2020-2021 - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Stacy Terry, Executive Director, Distress Centre Niagara -DCO Board Chair Colleen Gallagher, Principal, RLB - DCO Vice Chair Diwa Satkunanathan - Senior Accountant, RLB - DCO Secretary/Treasurer Peter Donnelly - Partner/IT Advisory, KMPG LLP - Director Shri Kalyanasundara - Head…
  • Work Life Balance - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Now that we work from home, balancing personal and professional life feels increasingly more challenging. We are trying to adapt our workload, care for our team, and maintain our programs without any working model on how to do so. While…
  • Podcast Update - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    The podcasts have been an enriching experience to understand the world through the knowledge and stories of others. The podcasts bring awareness and education on important topics that impact our society. It not only provides listeners with information to sit…
  • Gratitude and Mental Health - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    COVID-19 has been a shock to us all on a global level. It has caused fear and anxiety among people all around the world. Many people have lost their jobs, family and friends, and their sense of control. While we…
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder and Coronavirus - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that is tied to the changing seasons. Symptoms usually begin in the fall as the days get shorter and there is less sunlight to our days. These symptoms can progress…
  • Covid-19 vs. The Flu - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Flu season is fast approaching, but this year it will come with new challenges. The flu and Covid-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses but are caused by a different virus. This means it is important to be up to date…
  • Combating Loneliness During the Cold and Lonely Months of Winter - Blog Image - Distress and Crisis Ontario

    Combating Loneliness During the Cold and Lonely Months of Winter After spending about 10 winters in Canada and four in Edmonton, I can say that wintertime can get pretty lonely since it is harder to engage in outdoor activities and…
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