This program is designed to increase awareness and understanding of mental health and to decrease the stigma of mental illness in the Chinese community. We have a Chinese outreach worker to work with a group of Chinese volunteers, to develop various kinds of community mental health promotion activities.
Chinese Mental Health Promotion Volunteer Group
An action group comprised of people with different backgrounds but with the same enthusiasm to help in organizing and carrying out educational activities for the Chinese community. We always welcome new volunteers who want to join us to work for the community.
- Volunteer Group Information Pamphlet (Chinese)
- Application Form - available soon
Mental Health Education Programs
Mind and Body Wellness events and various workshops designed for the Chinese community. Audio-visual resources are also available, including Chinese brochres/handouts and books and videos for loan.
Annual Depression Anxiety Screening and Education Event
This is an annual community education event that aims to help people with emotional/mental health issues. They can learn about their problems through a brief screening test , Cantonese and Mandarin workshops, speaking one-on-one with a mental health professional, and find out what community resources available. This event is free, confidential and anonymous.
Mental Health Series offered throughout the year and catered for different groups.
- Children & Adolescents Mental Health Series
- Family Mental Health Series
- Seniors' Mental Health Series
- Emotional Problems and Stress Management Series
- Understanding Mental Illness Series
- Depression and Anxiety Workshops
- Emotional Health Workshops
Information and Referral Services
Providing an updated directory of programs and services available to the Chinese community. Call 604-872-4902 and ask for Stella.
Chinese Health Promotion Committee
An advisory group made up of Chinese mental health professionals to assess needs, develop strategies, and promote mental health in the Chinese community
Mandarin Emotional Health Support Group
Meets every second Monday evening of the month. Members of the group share experiences in dealing with depression and other mental health issues and provide mutual support.
If you are interested in our mental health promotion activities or want to join our Chinese volunteer group, please contact :
Stella Lee
604-872-4902, local 235
stella.lee.vb@cmha.bc.ca
