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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our AGM. We were pleased to welcome four new Board members, while saying farewell and #thankyou to two members who have served their terms. 💙💚
Read more and see our Strategic Plan: ow.ly/7v4M50J7QaN
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On Wednesday, May 11th, we were pleased to unveil our new 2022-2025 Strategic Plan at our Annual General Meeting! 🥳 (Short 🧵) #yyc #mentalhhealth
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Introducing ConnecTeen Corner: the peer support podcast! 💙
Join us as we dive into the world of #mentalhealth & talk about things like #anxiety, #coping strategies & more from a youth perspective. Created by CT volunteers.
The first 2 episodes are live: ow.ly/BOvu50IN5Hw
Hi 👋 we're on TikTok now! Follow yycconnecteen for mental health tips, info about CT, volunteering and more. 🤗
Follow: tiktok.com/@yycconnecteen
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Earlier this month, two DC programs were nominated by ! Pictured is Candice (middle), w/ & Ashley (right), w/ , with members Ken King (left) & Jayson Harvey, who nominated CT and SORCe, respectively. #ThankYou for the nomination! 🤗
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Happy birthday DC! 🥳 We first opened our doors 52 years ago on April 14th, 1970. We still love this video that was created for our 50th in 2020. Watch it to experience 50 years of answering the call for help. ☎📱
TW: The video covers many serious topics
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Today is #PinkShirtDay! Pink Shirt Day began in 2007 when a student was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. It's recognized annually worldwide as a day to stand against #bullying.
Being bullied? Contact DC or (for youth) for 24/7 crisis support.
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#WeekendLongRead from : "#Youthmentalhealth is teetering on the brink [...]. But, despite all the waitlists and sobering statistics, growth is happening."
With quotes from Coordinator, Ashley. #yyc #mentalhealth
ow.ly/esFs50HZbyA
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Try our new Virtual Escape Room! Learn how to handle a crisis or support a friend through one in a fun, interactive way.
Thank you to FYDP and for making the escape room possible!
Learn More: calgaryconnecteen.com/try-our-virtua
#yyc #youthmentalhealth
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From selfcarespotlight & selfcarevisuals on Instagram: Subtle signs someone is struggling with anxiety. Checking in on a friend can make all the difference. 🌼 #mentalhealth
If you're concerned about someone and don't know what to do, our guide may help: ow.ly/hTEE50HsnU7
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Our Inglewood Opportunity Hub has opened a Warming Centre for multi-barriered youth (12-29) until March 31. A warm shower, clothing and food are provided, along with mental and physical health support.
It's open 7 days a week 9 am to 7 pm at 1008 14 St. SE. Call 403-299-9953.
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Today might be one of those days, and that's okay.
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Pls RT! Make sure the teens in your life know about ! Teens can contact CT 24/7 by to talk about any issue. CT offers daily peer support hours – teens can talk with a peer volunteer who better understands what they're going through. 🤗 #yyc
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Distress Centre and ConnecTeen in the news: Two of our @YYCConnecTeen volunteers, Fiza & Andrea, and Ashley, Youth Program Coordinator, spoke with @CBCCalgary about the importance of a peer support service for #yyc teens. #youthmentalhealth
Watch & read: ow.ly/5X6450HpXP8
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New on the blog: It's not easy to process and acknowledge your feelings. The goal is to acknowledge your feelings, validate your state of mind, and give yourself at least a tiny bit of peace. #emotions #mentalhealth
Read more: calgaryconnecteen.com/processing-har
ConnecTeen has launched a Virtual Escape Room! Learn about in a fun, interactive way. 😄 #youthmentalhealth #yyc
Learn more: calgaryconnecteen.com/try-our-virtua
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#WednesdayWisdom from Selfcarespotlight on Insta. ✨ As you head into the holiday season, you may find yourself encountering relationship issues. Ask yourself: are your #relationships healthy? Do you need to set #boundaries?
If you need to talk, call or text us: 403-266-4357 📱
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We are very excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Escape Room! Learn about ConnecTeen in a fun, interactive way. 😄 #yyc #youthmentalhealth
Learn more: ow.ly/oY9S50H4R5J
Thank you for making this escape room possible! 🤗
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