A new video series has been launched locally, to help make mental health tips and strategies more accessible for youth, their families, and the community.
St. Clair Child and Youth Services (SCCYS) partnered with Talk for Tamara on the project.
SCCYS Executive Director Craig McKenzie said it's about meeting people where they're at.
"We want to provide simple, relatable strategies that can be used at home, school, or in everyday life to support mental wellness," McKenzie said.
The series covers a variety of topics, including; anxiety management, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and building healthy connections.
"People seem to think that it's not as easy to talk about (mental health) as we do our physical health," said McKenzie. "So, we hope that these videos will go a long way to demystify those conversations and just make it a natural part of the conversation that we should all have openly with each other."
"The feedback has been amazing," he added. "My inbox was quite full from some of our colleagues and school boards and other community service providers."
McKenzie said professional support is also available and those in need can be connected with a counsellor right away.
Talk for Tamara, an organization dedicated to supporting mental health awareness and resources, provided funding for the initiative.
It was filmed by Paradox Images.
"Supporting projects like this helps ensure that mental health resources are available in ways that resonate with people," said Lori Lumley, Talk For Tamara. “We are proud to partner with St. Clair Child and Youth Services to make this vision a reality.”
The full series can be viewed at stclairchild.ca.
