A multi-site, multi-phased integrated strategy, allowing for a transitional/incremental roadmap of integrated and collaborated programs of Mental Health and Addictions Services in PEI.
As Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 4-10, comes to an end, Islanders are reminded that there are many mental health and addictions services available year-round to those who need support. “I encourage all Islanders to learn about programs and services available to people so...
By working together, the Province of Prince Edward Island, Health PEI and community are supporting the mental health and addictions needs of Islanders during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Not only is it important that we find real solutions to continue to address the mental health and...
This Mental Illness Awareness Week, Islanders experiencing mental health challenges are encouraged to seek help through various services and supports available across Prince Edward Island. Mental Illness Awareness Week, October 3 to 9, is an annual national public education...
Government is committed to modernizing mental health services, including safety and security upgrades at Hillsborough Hospital. In 2017-18 Prince Edward Island will begin a master plan for mental health programming and facilities. This work will bring mental health services more...
Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King today issued the following statement recognizing World Mental Health Day: “Today, October 10, marks World Mental Health Day and an opportunity for all of us to reflect on our own mental health and what we can do to support those around us...
A province-wide Mobile Mental Health Response Service is now providing support to Islanders who may be experiencing a mental health crisis. Islanders experiencing a mental health crisis can call the Mental Health and Addictions Access Line at 1-833-553-6983 where a mental health...
More Island families will be able to access mental health resources as part of a new partnership between government and Bell Let’s Talk. Matching funds from the province and Bell Let’s Talk will help add $150,000 to the Strongest Families Program on Prince Edward Island over the...
Adult Islanders who are dealing with anxiety and nervousness have faster and easier access to help and supports through an online program. The new program, ICAN (Conquer Anxiety and Nervousness), educates adults about anxiety and gives them life-long skills to help deal with...
This document is a progress report on Canada-PEI Agreement to Work Together to Improve Health Care for Canadians and Canada-PEI Aging with Dignity Agreement indicators.