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Managing anxiety, loneliness, and addiction during Stampede
Stampede is in full swing here in Calgary. With its vibrant atmosphere, large crowds, and emphasis on celebrating, it can be overwhelming and triggering for many. We asked our counselling team about the biggest mental health concerns during Stampede, and they named...
Have your donation to ConnecTeen matched up to 50% with Rogers Birdies for Kids
Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by Altalink is on! Increase your impact for youth in our community by donating and having it matched up to 50%! Your donation through Birdies for Kids goes to our ConnecTeen program, a confidential and free peer support service for...
2023 Annual Report
Redefining distress since 1970. Our services help to mitigate, prevent, reduce and relieve distress for 144,663 connections in 2023, no matter how it’s defined. We're excited to share our 2023 Annual Report. Visit 2023.distresscentrear.com to learn more about our...
Volunteer Spotlight: Laiba
Image: Laiba (middle) with other ConnecTeen volunteers at the 40th Anniversary Celebration in September 2023. Laiba joined Distress Centre as a ConnecTeen volunteer in 2021 when she was 15 years old. It was still the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and after seeing...
Partnering to support unhoused individuals through winter
The arrival of spring signals the end of the winter season of the Coordinated Community Extreme Weather Response (CCEWR). For Distress Centre, that means wrapping up our Coordinated Entry work at Journey Church. CCEWR is an initiative coordinated by the Calgary...
Meet some of the amazing social workers at DC
March is Social Work Month, the perfect time to spotlight some of the incredible social workers at DC who work in a variety of roles serving individuals and the community. We spoke with Chipo, Maia, Romit and Michelle about why they chose to pursue social...
What Is Community Service, What Are the Benefits, & How Can I Contribute?
Community service, in essence, is work that benefits your community, often done without compensation. Engaging in community service not only helps those in need but also fosters a sense of fulfillment and connection within the community.
How to Cope with Crippling Anxiety & When to Seek Help
Everyone can experience anxiety differently, but some strategies that may help include mindfulness, meditation, physical exercise, cognitive behavioural therapy, and breathing exercises. If you’re experiencing debilitating panic attacks, finding yourself using substances to cope, or having thoughts of self-harm, it’s time to seek support.
Why Is Volunteering Important?
Volunteering can be a crucial element of nonprofit organizations that offer essential services in your community, catalyzing positive change, helping those with nowhere else to turn, and offering a plethora of personal and professional benefits for volunteers
10 Types of Grief Explained
There are many different forms of grief. Some of the most common types include:
Normal grief
Anticipatory grief
Complicated grief
Disenfranchised grief
Collective grief
Ambiguous grief
Absent grief
Secondary grief
Cumulative grief
Traumatic grief
How Does Volunteering Help with Community?
Volunteering, in essence, is the act of dedicating one’s time and energy toward a cause without financial gain. It plays a vital role in making communities more resilient, inclusive, and compassionate.
10 Reasons Mental Health Matters
Some of the key reasons mental health matters are the way it impacts:
Physical health
Emotional well-being
Everyday productivity
Personal relationships
Coping with difficult times
Personal growth
Problem-solving
Economics & finances
Suicide rates
Quality of life
