WTOHT Partners with CMHA - Toronto to Deliver Free Mental Health Workshops for West Toronto Communities
TORONTO, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 – The West Toronto Ontario Health Team (WTOHT) is excited to announce its partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch (CMHA – Toronto) to provide free mental health workshops to West Toronto communities.
The WTOHT has recognized a significant demand for mental health support within the organization’s catchment area. The workshops are designed to teach effective stress management and mindfulness techniques to help individuals build resilience and manage their mental health effectively. The first series of workshops focus on reducing stress and overcoming burnout.
“Our community partners identified mental health support as a key priority for West Toronto. We’re thrilled to partner with CMHA Toronto to deliver these much-needed workshops facilitated by team of community educators that collectively speak ten languages and have experience in health and social services,” Said Kashtin Fitzsimons, Director of the West Toronto Ontario Health Team.
The workshops are structured in four-part series and are offered throughout the year both online and in-person and locations across West Toronto. Each week, participants will receive practical take-home learnings. Following completion of all four workshops in a series, participants will receive a certificate from the WTOHT and CMHA – Toronto.
“We're thrilled to partner with the West Toronto Ontario Health Team to bring these workshops to the city’s west end. Improving the mental health of all has always been a priority for our organization, and we know that the pandemic has made it even more crucial to provide support and resources to those in need," said Michael Anhorn, Chief Executive Officer of CMHA Toronto.
The WTOHT will continue to expand its workshop offerings to new audiences and will include new topics related to mental health. Individuals can learn more and stay informed of new offerings by visiting www.wtoht.ca. Anyone interested in registering for the workshops can visit the WTOHT’s Eventbrite profile or contact wtoht@4villages.on.ca for more information.
About CMHA Toronto
CMHA Toronto is the city’s leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for people in Toronto through programs, research and advocacy. From supporting individuals experiencing a mental health crisis to providing tools that support day-to-day mental health, when people need support in Toronto, we’re here to help create belonging and hope. Learn more at cmhato.org
About the West Toronto Ontario Health Team
Ontario Health Teams are part of a provincial government initiative dedicated to building a connected health care system. The West Toronto Ontario Health Team is a consortium of 35 organizations in the West Toronto area which helps coordinate care between hospitals, primary care, home and community care services, long-term care homes, congregate settings, and other services to deliver an improved and seamless healthcare experience for those receiving care in West Toronto. The West Toronto Ontario Health Team seeks to make health and social care delivery equitable through their vision of working collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and the community.