VIMHS
VIMHS
“Born out of a community identified need,” Supporting Wellbeing connects land based programming with tailored mental health training
“Born out of a community identified need,” Supporting Wellbeing connects land based programming with tailored mental health training
“Born out of a community identified need,” Supporting Wellbeing connects land based programming with tailored mental health training
Monday 7th November 2022
Learn about Supporting Wellbeing, an award-winning program that merges land-based activities with mental health training for remote communities.
21 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Hopeful
Supportive
Transformative
About this podcast
Author:
VIMHS
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Community & Support Networks
Policy & Advocacy
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
217 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Supporting Wellbeing: Bridging Nature and Mental Health in Remote Areas
I hope that participants feel more safe and supported before, during and after programs.
Imagine a program that combines the tranquility of nature with essential mental health training. That's exactly what the Supporting Wellbeing initiative does. This award-winning program, spotlighted on People First Radio, aims to tackle mental health challenges in the Northwest Territories, where traditional resources are scarce and suicide rates are high. By integrating land-based activities with six carefully crafted modules, the program offers a holistic approach to mental wellness.
Participants learn conflict resolution and grounding techniques, all while fostering a sense of community and support among themselves. The initiative's creators share their insights on how this unique blend of nature and mental health training is making a tangible difference in remote communities. With its successful pilot phase now complete, Supporting Wellbeing is set to expand to new regions, bringing its innovative approach to even more people in need.