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Seniors mental health expands to Kings County
2017-11-29
Strengthening mental health services -
Kings County seniors with complex mental health conditions now have access to a new team of community-based care professionals.
Previously available in Prince and Queens counties, a Seniors Mental Health Resource Team is now operating in Kings County out of...
Motivational interviewing method treats the whole person
2017-11-23
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Drawing from her 16 years as a senior addictions counselor with the province, Jody MacLennan says Islanders recovering from addiction have one thing in common.
“Very rarely do people come in with just one challenge. It’s rare there is just one thing they are...
Mental health and addictions campus planning begins
2017-11-22
Investing in infrastructure -
One of the world’s leading planning and design firms will soon begin the planning process for a new mental health and addictions campus on Prince Edward Island.
CannonDesign Ltd. has been awarded a contract following government’s tender process. In partnership with...
Addictions Awareness Week: 'Words matter'
2017-11-17
Supporting Island families -
One in 10 Canadians struggles with addiction and problematic substance use, and Prince Edward Island is not immune.
National Addictions Awareness Week (November 12-18) offers Islanders an opportunity to learn about the province’s addiction prevention, treatment, and...
Diabetes Month: More supports available for Islanders
2017-11-15
Islanders living with diabetes – including pregnant women and those requiring complex care – have more support available than ever before.
With $160,000 in Health PEI’s 2017-18 operating budget, Island women who need more intensive diabetes management during their pregnancy can now get more...
Women’s wellness, sexual health services expanding
2017-11-08
Women’s wellness and sexual health services for all Islanders are expanding to rural communities, enhancing access to care and support.
Community-based services offered as part of the Women’s Wellness Program are now available in Souris, O’Leary, and Alberton in addition to Charlottetown and...
Day treatment helps youth heal
2017-11-01
Strengthening mental health services -
Island youth living with complex mental illness and their families are getting a chance to heal and live a healthier life through the INSIGHT program.
INSIGHT supports Island youth ages 13 to 18 with a current mental health diagnosis who require intensive...