Sea Change: An Open Door Approach to Mental Health
A ‘sea change’ is defined as a profound or notable transformation; a striking change in perspective on a particular issue – usually for the better – which affects a group […]
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Walk-in Services: A Giant Step for Mental Health
This story was originally published on StoryLine in May 2018 and updated in January 2019. The Burin Peninsula is one of the most scenic areas of the province. Breathtaking coastlines, […]
Horse Therapy Brings ‘Stable Life’ to Mental Health Clients
We all want to be happy and live a good life, but the fact is, many of us have had moments in our lives when we feel down – it’s […]
Walk-in Services: A Giant Step for Mental Health
This story was updated on StoryLine in January 2019. The Burin Peninsula is one of the most scenic areas of the province. Breathtaking coastlines, sandy beaches, and deep, protected harbours […]
Therapeutic Recreation: Helping Seniors Cultivate Better Mental Health
Remember the days when almost everyone you knew had a garden and grew their own veggies? Or, for those of the younger generation, hearing stories from your parents or grand-parents? […]
Paws for Thought: Miki Joins the Mental Health and Addictions Program
Those who know her best describe Miki as the ‘happiest employee of Eastern Health.’ She has no idea that her very presence at the Waterford Hospital represents a ground-breaking approach […]
Community Partnerships and Mental Health – Full Circle
“There is no health without mental health.” This sentiment has been expressed by the World Health Organization, by the Canadian Mental Health Association and by a myriad of community-based groups […]
Tea with Mrs. Moakler: Dr. Walter Templeman Health Care Centre’s First Administrator
Lillian Basha Moakler is a funny and spirited woman who loves to entertain. She’s fiercely independent, self-sufficient and has a work ethic like no other. At 97-years-old, she shows no […]
