" With the year being the way it is, we understand that many people have had to make drastic changes to their lifestyle which may have had an impact on their mental health. We want to open up this space in order to create a safe and inclusive space for people to share about their personal experiences, share coping strategies and connect with others who may have faced similar issues throughout the year. "

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   IMPORTANT NOTE :   

All participants will have to sign a confidentiality form which will be sent to your emails before the event.

 

Even though the event will be moderated by a mental health professional, the event cannot be a substitute for or alternative to treatment when a medical or mental health condition is present. No diagnosis, treatment recommendations or advice regarding any medical or mental health condition or illness will be offered. Support group members are advised to seek professional services from licensed physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and health care professionals, if and when necessary. If you need support with this, we can help recommend you some professional services.

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   CONFIDENTIALITY :   

We respect each and everyone's right to privacy and confidentiality and we shall make sure to maintain it that way. However, please understand that this is not absolute and is limited to provide for by law. Certain limitations are as follows:

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- Threatening one's self or another that may result in physical harm;

- An act of physical or emotional abuse against a child or any person;

- Sexual abuse against a child where the child is living with the abuser

 

   TECHNOLOGY :   

The sessions are conducted using Zoom Cloud Meeting technology. There are risks and consequences from doing this virtually, including, but not limited to, the possibility, despite reasonable efforts on the part of the provider, that the transmission of information could be disrupted or distorted by technical failures. Any form of audio or video recording or taking of photographs is prohibited, and any violation will result in the participant’s removal from the group.