In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environments, prioritizing mental health is crucial. Employee well-being is not just a matter of compassion; it’s essential for a productive and sustainable workplace. Addressing workplace mental health requires creating a supportive culture that acknowledges, understands, and actively supports the mental well-being of every individual in the organization. AMANS is dedicated to implementing strategies, policies, and resources that foster a mentally healthy workplace, benefiting both employees and the overall success of the organization.
Check out the MH Toolbox.
Intimate Partner Violence
Support is available across Nova Scotia for anyone experiencing or at risk of intimate partner violence and can be accessed 24/7 by calling the 211 Men’s, Women’s, or All-genders Helplines. You do not need to be experiencing a crisis to call, and someone is always available to listen or help refer you to the services and supports you need. Calls are always anonymous.
If it is an emergency, call 911 right away.
Resources and Supports
If you, a member of your team, or someone you know is struggling, here's where to get help for domestic violence resources and supports:
- Domestic Violence Resource Centre
- https://ns.211.ca/for a list of services and supports in your community.
- If you need to stay at a shelter or would like to talk to a counsellor about your situation, you can call or text the THANS provincial toll-free line at 1-855-225- 0220.
- Canada's Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988.
- Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868. Text 686868. Live chat counselling on the website.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
CMHA is a nationwide organization that promotes mental health and supports people who are recovering from mental illness. CMHA NS delivers safe, inclusie, evidence-informed programs, training and navigation support that Nova Scotians need to be well and stay well.
For more informaiton, please visit www.novascotia.cmha.ca.
Mental Health Commission Canada (MHCC)
The MHCC is dedicated to enhancing mental health outcomes for everyone in Canada. Their website offers a wealth of valuable information and resources on mental health and creating psychologically healthy workplaces. We provide The Working Mind (TWM) mental health training through AMANS, thanks to this important organization.
For more information, please visit www.mentalhealthcommission.ca
Centre for Addiction & Mental Health (CAMH)
CAMH is well known for their evidence informed health information, publications, guides, continuing education and courses.
For more information, please visit www.camh.ca.
Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions
This clear, concise and interactive website provides information on support, programs and services to Nova Scotians across the province.
For more information, please visit www.mha.nshealth.ca.
Workplace Strategies for Mental Health
This comprehensive website provides resources for employees and people leaders including assessments, tools, policies, programs and prevention strategies to support workplace mental health and psychological safety for everyone in an organization.
For more information, please visit https://www.workplacestrategiesformentalhealth.com.
