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‘Talking it out’ provides support system for LGBTQ youth
2017-11-30
Strengthening mental health services -, After introductions and icebreakers, the youth scribble their questions and concerns onto Post-It notes and drop them into a “talk it out” bucket. Led by adult facilitators, topics the youth bring for discussion may range from ‘how do I know if I am gay’ to ‘...
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...
Well-being teams now supporting Montague, Westisle students
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/well-being-teams-now-supporting-montague-westisle-students
2017-11-29
Supporting Island families -, Student well-being teams in the Montague and Westisle families of schools have helped more than 130 students since forming this September, providing valuable care and helping to prevent more serious issues. Students receive help from the teams with a variety of issues...
Water Act debated in legislature
2017-11-29
After more than two years of consultation with Islanders, the new, Water Act, came up for debate in the Legislative Assembly today (November 29). The historic act ( www.princeedwardisland.ca/wateract ) is the first of its kind in Prince Edward Island. It will provide water security, guide...
Annual Open House Announced
2017-11-28
Her Honour the Honourable Antoinette Perry, Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island is welcoming everyone to the annual Government House Christmas Open House at Fanningbank. This tradition of opening the house to Islanders provides the opportunity to view decorations and listen to live...
School psychologists help ‘flip on the light’ for students
2017-11-28
Strengthening mental health services -, For Robin Ettles and Christina Gallant MacLean, being a school psychologist in Prince Edward Island checks all the right professional and personal boxes. A psychological assessment and care can be the key to school success for some students. Ettles says a...
Strong ties to QEH brought volunteer back
2017-11-27
It was because of his wife Rosemary that Delbert Evans started volunteering at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital – and she’s the reason he’s there today, even without her. “Rosemary began to get involved as a volunteer at the QEH and I joined along with her,” says the 85-year-old, who moved to Prince...
Violence Against Women Prevention Grant recipients announced
2017-11-24
Supporting Island families -, Three Island community groups will receive funding for their efforts to help all women feel safe from the threat of violence. The Native Council of Prince Edward Island, the PEI Coalition for Women in Government, and PEI Family Violence Prevention Services have been...
Grants help groups build culture of wellness
2017-11-24
Supporting Island families -, Six Island community groups have received provincial government funding for projects that promote wellness – including the Brackley Women’s Institute. The institute’s “Stronger Together” program received one of the 2017-18 Wellness Grants from the province’s Department...
Island seniors living at home get more help from province
2017-11-24
Supporting Island families -, Island seniors will get financial help from the provincial government to enjoy a better quality of life in their own homes. A new Seniors Independence Program will provide for practical services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, general maintenance, snow...