It’s been 10 years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Calls to Action – actionable steps we can all take towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. CASA Mental Health is responding to those calls through its clinical mental health work in the community. Jenn Parenteau, senior clinical advisor and Jeremy Albert, professional […]

These days, everyone is online for hours a day, including our children. It’s just part of life, but like everything, it comes with risk. How can we make sure our children’s mental health stays protected during their time online? Where is the line between “normal” and “concerning” use? Caitlin Ebbers, Registered Psychologist and manager of

Volunteers, staff, patients, families and partners – community came to life at the annual general meeting of CASA Mental Health’s board of directors on Sept. 24. In addition to annual business, a financial report and three awards, outgoing board chair Janet Hancock provided her report on the year, and CEO Bonnie Blakley provided highlights and

This is the first week of school for thousands of kids across the Edmonton region. Going back to class can create feelings of uncertainty and anxiety for some students, with questions like “will I make friends?” or “will I like my teacher and do well in class?” As parents, how can we support our children,

With everything going on in the world today, it’s hard to know when or how much to talk with our kids about these events. The things we see on the news are often scary and can take a toll on our mental health. So how can families with children take an age-appropriate approach to explaining

It’s no secret that teens can be tough to talk to – especially when the topic is difficult or awkward. Sometimes, though, we do need to have those difficult conversations with our kids. How can we make sure they feel safe coming to us when they need to, and how can we coach them through