It’s Mental Health Awareness Week.
Executive Director of the Huron-Perth branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association John Robertson says the goal is to spread the message that mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of or hidden.
Robertson says anyone struggling with mental health issues in our area has options to get help:
Robertson says you just have to take that first step:
There is a 24-hour helpline that you can call as well at 1-888-829-7484. You can find more information at this website.
