A past CASA Mental Health patient is realizing her academic goals of becoming a nurse, thanks in part to a CASA scholarship. Piper Przybylski is the recipient of the 2024 Emily Taylor Scholarship. The scholarship was created by Rick and Stephanie Taylor in honour of their daughter Emily, who died by suicide in 2013, with […]
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On Friday, Nov. 15, CASA Mental Health recognized National Philanthropy Day — a global celebration of giving and philanthropy — at an awards reception and celebration. This annual event is hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Edmonton and Area Chapter, and provides a forum for sharing stories about individuals, companies, groups and volunteers who
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Games are an inherent part of childhood. We all know games are fun, but did you know they’re also crucial in developing kids’ executive functioning skills, and help to foster connection? Playing games in childhood can help develop skills like turn-taking, following directions, planning and strategizing. Bryan Fleet, mental health therapist at CASA Mental Health,
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Two parents outlined their experience navigating the mental health system during CASA Mental Health’s Annual General Meeting 2024 on Sept. 25. Currently a member of CASA’s Youth and Family Advisory Council (YFAC), Jill’s journey with the organization has spanned nearly a decade. Two of her three children are accessing CASA services. Her middle child, diagnosed
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Four CASA staff, volunteers and mental health community members were honoured during CASA Mental Health’s Annual General Meeting 2024 on Sept. 25. The Dr. Myer Horowitz Book Award, named after one of CASA’s honourary patrons, is presented to those who have made outstanding contributions in the field of child, adolescent and family mental health, either in
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The award-winning CASA Carnival returns to Edmonton on Friday, Nov. 1. CASA Mental Health’s Chief Donor Love Office, Nadine Samycia, and Gala Committee Co-Chair, Lori Stuart, joined Global News Morning to discuss the major fundraising event that promises stunning aerial performances, roaming cirque acts, live music and gourmet delights. Watch the segment here.
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CASA respectfully acknowledges that Alberta is located on Treaty 4, 6, 7, and 8 Territory traditional lands - a traditional gathering place for diverse Indigenous peoples, including the Cree, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, Stoney-Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, Siksika, the Piikuni, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, the Stoney-Nakoda First Nations and many others whose histories, languages and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.
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