M.I. understanding

Building empathy and understanding of childhood mental health and creating a community of support for families and children.

[Peter Fragiskatos @pfragiskatos]

With the @Rainbow0ptimist and other LGBTQ2 advocates this afternoon. Great to have Public Safety Minister @marcomendicino engage with them to understand what more can be done locally to combat hate and advance diversity. #ldnont

[Dr. Colin King @dr_colin_king]

A big thanks to all of our staff, students, and supporters to get to this point! So proud of the clinic we continue to build with the community!

[London Majors @londonmajors]

This time the 🎣 coming to us

A reminder to bring your non-perishable food items to tonight’s game!

#MajorsCity #ibl1919

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

June is a great month to learn about being an Ally- and https://t.co/Mc5R0Ktz41 has the resources to start that conversation.

[London Majors @londonmajors]

Owen Boon goes the full 9 innings!

9 IP 0 ER 13 Ks 2 BB and the WIN!

#MajorsCity #IBL #

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

Kids struggling with worries and big feelings are a lot like flowers. They need patience, care and attention. But when they bloom, it's all worth it!

Need a rabbit? contact us at [email protected] #OptimistInternational #elgincountylibrar #kidsmentalhealthmatters #swont

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

With the support of Optimist clubs we are able to provide our resources to families for free. Thanks to the Riverside and Reach for the Stars Optimists- we are on our way to Windsor!
Need a rabbit?-https://t.co/m3sdsdAigI #SWOnt #kidsmentalhealthmatters #OptimistInternational

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

Moms play such an important role in their kids lives- especially when it comes to mental health.
Make sure you thank a Mom today and remind her how important she is.
... and if you think she needs a rabbit? Let us know- https://t.co/S9v5aYPBT8
#mom #OptimistInternational

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

Poppy can help your family start a conversations around managing worries and big feelings. There is so much families can do together to support children's mental health.
Need a rabbit? https://t.co/S9v5aYy11A
#OptimistInternational #kidsmentalhealth #elgincountylibraries

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

Making friends and handing out treats with Opt#westmountmallsc #optimistinternational #londonmajors

[London Majors @londonmajors]

Don't forget, this Saturday!

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

The Kids Mental Health Optimist Club of Canada and Optimists Clubs across Southwestern Ontario are helping families deal with with worries and big feelings, one rabbit at a time.

Need a rabbit? Contact us at [email protected]
#optimistinternational #swont

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

If we do not act now to make it easier for kids and families to get the mental health care they need, the potential consequences are profound and long lasting. #KidsCantWait for mental health care. #KidsCantWait

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

🚨This rise in severe mental health issues in recent years comes at a time when the child and youth mental health system was already under strain. Before the pandemic, there were already nearly 28,000 kids waiting for mental health care.
Our #KidsCantWait

[PCMH @PCMHontario]

It's hard to capture the fear, stress and chaos a family experieces when their child is in crisis. If you knew what PCMH families, and those on a similar journey, go through you would be compelled to take action. A Retweet or💟helps spread the word. Ontario families need help now

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

🚨We need to connect kids with mental health supports in their communities - and help prevent them from needing a hospital. Our #KidsCantWait
Read more: https://t.co/j9gkbXe5hg

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

"If you went to an emergency room with a broken arm, and were told ‘Yes, we can fix that but it’s going to take 92 days,’ that would just be completely unacceptable/ ridiculous. So why is that the case with mental health" @MikeSchreiner

#KidsCantWait

https://t.co/bxGY1NipYL

[M.I. understanding @MIunderstanding]

West Lorne is so great at supporting children's mental health!
Need some help with worries and big feelings? Check out our resources at the West Lorne Library. This program is available to families thanks to The West Lorne Optimist Club!
https://t.co/39fcN1Alck

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

Too many kids and their families across Ontario have been facing severe mental health challenges through the pandemic. Read more: https://t.co/9ogWtSSec0 #KidsCantWait @PCMHontario @HandsFamilyHelp @EveryMind_ca

[CMHO @kidsmentalhlth]

When children and youth fail to get the mental health care help they need, the results are devastating – and can even be fatal. Our kids can’t keep waiting. #KidsCantWait