$1-million donation increases Agence Ometz’s mental health services
The strained mental health services at Agence Ometz have been given much-needed relief with a $1-million donation from Miriam Aaron Roland.
Event will shine a light on youth mental health
On Oct. 28, at Beth Tzedec Congregation in Toronto, the second annual Mental Health Empowerment Day will provide a forum for parents, educators and professionals to discuss issues surrounding youth who struggle with mental health problems.
Documentary sheds a light on living in darkness
Living in Darkness is Israeli-born Ron Furman’s attempt to “shine a light on mental illness,” in order to cut through the darkness that its victims dwell in.
Tefillin: A treatment for mental health?
Both acupuncture and tefillin have roots in the idea that stimulating the body’s energy is a powerful tool for enhancing mindfulness, in this case, during prayer.
Karen Liberman remembered as ‘a beacon and a role model’
Karen Liberman, a prominent mental health advocate, died in Toronto on May 24 at the age of 73.
Chef raises money for kids with mental health issues
Award-winning chef Jordan Wagman shares secrets about dealing with auto-immune disease and helps raise money for children with mental health problems.
Gala will raise funds for supportive housing for people with mental illness
The Chai-Tikvah Foundation, a Jewish mental health organization that has helped people cope with mental health issues for 25 years, will make its pitch for financial support at its annual gala on May 2.
Canadians, Israelis collaborate on PTSD treatment
For five days, seven members of Wounded Warriors Canada visited the Jewish state to impart their knowledge of how they’ve been helping Canadian couples deal with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Crying baby, weeping mother; hope for women with postpartum depression
The pain and stigma of dealing with postpartum depression.
Azrieli Foundation donates $10.4 million to CAMH for mental health
The Azrieli Foundation has upped its support for the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, providing the Toronto-based mental health centre with a $10.4-million gift.
