Caregiver Connections Drop-In Support Group kicks off in Red Deer next week
A province-wide initiative kicks off in Red Deer next week aimed at addressing needs identified by Alberta Human Services, specifically Child and Family Services.
“[It is meant] to provide some support to families, parents, or primary caregivers of youth and children who are involved in the mental health system or have been identified as having some mental health concerns,” said Trish McAllister-Hall, Executive Director with Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Central Alberta.
McAllister-Hall said the end goal is to ensure people feel less disconnected or alone in some of their challenges, and that they feel connected and supported as part of their community.
“We know that whether it’s your own mental illness or dealing with a family member is can be a really isolating experience.”