Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce, Mental Health and Addiction Services, Grey Bruce Friends and Neighbours (FAN) Club, Owen Sound

Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce, Mental Health and Addiction Services

Service: Grey Bruce Friends and Neighbours (FAN) Club, Owen Sound - 1024 2nd Ave E

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Record #: GBA1759

Last Modified: 27 Nov 2023

Last Full Update: 03 May 2023

Description

Description (Service)

COVID-19 Response
During the COVID-19 pandemic, public presentations have been suspended until further notice, however virtual presentations can be provided and some of the scripts are available on the CMHAGB Youtube channel and can be viewed at anytime.

Regular Service
Children's mental health prevention program featuring child-sized hand and rod puppets for children to discuss social issues affecting them. Staff and trained volunteers provide presentations to schools, youth-focused agencies, community groups and at special events in the community.

Offers presentations on the following topics:

Friendship/Respect and Good Manners for preschool and primary students
ADHD (appreciating our differences and celebrating them)
Anger (managing and responding to anger)
Change (dealing with change in the family, features the Rainbows program)
Anti-Bullying (how to cope with bullies)
Self Esteem
Anti-Smoking (discussion on peer pressure and confidence in making healthy choices)
Secrets vs Surprises (the importance of reaching out for help) for primary and junior students

Also offers special presentations on:

Fire Prevention, Halloween Safety and Community Policing awareness as well as presentations for military families

Service Details

Hours	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm, other times available by request.
Areas Served	Bruce County ; Grey County
Eligibility	4 year(s) - 11 year(s)
Application	Call for information
Languages	Scripts also available in French.
Fees	Donations are always gratefully accepted in return for presentations.

Address and Location

Located In Community	Owen Sound
Address & Map	1024 2nd Ave E Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 2H7 View Google Map
Intersection	Between 10th and 11th St E
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	519-371-3642 ext 1216
Toll Free Phone	1-888-451-2642 ext 1216, 1-888-451-CMHA ext 1216
Fax	519-371-6485
Website	https://greybruce.cmha.ca
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanClubGB Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmhagb YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgVp4VJB3pupLnoOTV9yebQ
Primary Contact	Jackie Ralph, Youth Awareness and Education Coordinator; Email: jralph@cmhagb.org
Mailing Address	CMHA Grey Bruce Mental Health and Addiction Services 1101 2nd Avenue East, Suite 205 Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 2J1

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