Jessica Samuels

Connector | Communicator | Business Owner

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

*NEW COURSE ALERT*
CMHA Kelowna’s Discovery College and he.] is proud to announce an incredible new course that’s free: It’s Tough To Talk, produced by men, for men.

It’s Tough To Talk is brought to you by @HeChangedIt and Discovery College, a @cmhakelowna initiative.

[Jessica Samuels @Jessica_Samuels]

Super exciting that our segment on mental health has won an award!

[CMHA BC @CMHABC]

Congratulations to @cmhakelowna for winning the @BCABinfo Award of Excellence for Community Service! A well-deserved win for the Mental Health Monday segments: https://t.co/6NN9zr3l0e

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

We are proud to be the operators of the Rent Bank here in the Central and be part of the solution when it comes increasing housing stability for individuals who are facing short-term financial difficulties.

[Jessica Samuels @Jessica_Samuels]

Looks like maybe crews are getting the upperhand...

[Jessica Samuels @Jessica_Samuels]

Right now. Looks like Bear Creek. #BCWildfires

[Jessica Samuels @Jessica_Samuels]

Trucks responding from all sides. Looks like 3 helicopters are actioning.

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

Our community is grieving. In times such as this it is important to know you are not alone. Check-in with yourself and those you hold close. We have a list of local and provincial #mentalhealth resources here: https://t.co/qngnYvcRC0

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

For #mentalhealthweek we are shining a spotlight on local voices. Today's blog (video) is by Mare McHale, a best-selling author, podcast host, inspirational speaker & entrepreneur. Mare's video blog is entitled #Grief. #Kelowna

▶️WATCH/READ TRANSCRIPT
https://t.co/ZJO2WCDiOP

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

Today marks the first day of #MentalHealthWeek. It’s an opportunity for Canadians to come together to talk freely about mental health issues without stigma or judgement, listen to others’ stories, and offer support to each other. ⬇️ https://t.co/X0YJOsUjAJ

[Chris Walker @ChrisWalkerCBC]

.@shirleybond says the BC Liberal party is "discussing" bringing psychological counselling under MSP

[KelownaNow @KelownaNow]

Once controversial, McCurdy Place is now open. #supportivehousing @cmhakelowna @CMHA_NTL
@Jessica_Samuels

https://t.co/JRFnAlnMTF

[BC Housing @BC_Housing]

New supportive housing is opening in Kelowna. McCurdy Place provides 49 homes with wraparound supports. Residents include people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness on the path to recovery. @cmhakelowna will manage the building: https://t.co/RdqFCnfPzi

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

Our staff was fortunate enough to be able to receive cultural sensitivity training guided by Pamela & Grouse last fall. As a group we learned an incredible amount and were so grateful to have had such a generous & empathetic pair to guide us. #Okanagan

🔎 https://t.co/n4jak05GBI

[CityNews Vancouver @CityNewsVAN]

BREAKING NEWS: Outdoor gatherings of 10 now allowed in B.C. https://t.co/pM97s3GQid

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

"It’s called the ‘Central #Okanagan Rent Bank‘ & its singular purpose is to provide interest-free loans to low- and middle-income people struggling to pay rent.

The rent bank loan can be compared to a loan, but only for paying rent/utilities." #Kelowna

🔎https://t.co/e393lnFyJ3

[A Way Home Kelowna @AWayHomeKelowna]

Fantastic news from our partners at @TheBridgeServ. The development of a youth treatment program is helping build out the continuum of care for our community's most vulnerable youth.

@thebridgeed #awayhomekelowna #endyouthhomelessness #recovery #youth #youthtreatment #kelowna

[Jessica Samuels @Jessica_Samuels]

Powerful.
#BellLetsTalk

[Bell Let's Talk @Bell_LetsTalk]

Today, every view of this video helps create positive change. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5¢ more to Canadian mental health initiatives. Retweet to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk

[CMHA Kelowna @cmhakelowna]

👋 CMHA #Kelowna is #hiring an Events & Development Specialist to support our fundraising and educational initiatives. This is a permanent, full-time position offering 37.5 hours per week. #mentalhealth

🔎 Learn more/ Apply!: https://t.co/pLAn8duCwn

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Congratulations to my friend, President @JoeBiden! This is your time.