Given October is all about Mental Health – we thought we would share with you some free resources that encourage keeping a healthy mind. Colouring Most of us would have happy memories of colouring-in as a child but adult colouring is becoming just as hip! Topping the adult best seller lists, adult colouring-in books are encouraging relaxation through distraction, creating an overall state of calm and clarity. Plus – its fun! Here are a few links to some free adult colouring

It can be hard to know how to go about talking to someone suffering with depression. You want to be helpful and supportive to your friend or loved one without making them feel worse. Below are some suggested ways you can approach you friend and show your support. 1. Be encouraging. Give hope for recovery – There is always a way through. “You are not alone!” 2. Be genuine. It’s more important to be sincere and to really care, than to say the ‘right words.’ Empathy, kindness,

Wanting to help a loved one is natural. Wanting to help a loved one on drugs, is harder. Wanting to help a loved one on “Ice”, can seem impossible. Navigating day to day life with someone on “Ice” (crystal methamphetamine) can be a nightmare. Not knowing how to help, what to say or when to say it. All the while your loved one is slipping away before your eyes. Our Family Support Officer, Helen Gardner, comes along side those who’s loved ones are dealing with addiction. She of

Raising teenagers is a tough gig. Raging hormones, the pressures of school life and a heightened interest in the opposite sex are all daily battles. Add to this the topic of drugs and it’s understandable why parents sometimes feel at a loss. Discussing drug use, and being open and honest about drugs with your children is an important way to help them make good decisions about using drugs. (For tips on how to approach this, see our previous article about talking to your kids a