We are all in this together Farming and ranching have long been one of the more stressful and dangerous occupations. In addition to the physical demands in the field, there is something we don’t talk about enough and that is the emotional labour and demands of our industry. The constant worry about the animals in our…
Read MoreThree years after winning Farmer of the Year, and starting to speak publicly about personal experiences with depression, Peter (Pete) and Paula Hynes had a conversation that led to the start of a global initiative. It was during Farm Safety Week, when the Hynes duo realized Ireland loses more farmers to suicide than farm accidents….
Read MoreEditor’s Note: Alberta Health Services’ (AHS) contract with Togetherall ends November 19, 2022, and Alberta users will no longer have free access through AHS. AHS reminds Albertans they can continue to receive virtual mental health support at www.ahs.ca/virtualmentalhealth or www.ahs.ca/helpintoughtimes, and that resources and services, such as Text4Hope or courses like AHS’ free virtual stress management workshops or online Wellness…
Read MoreIf you or someone you know is thinking of suicide: Talk Suicide Canada Toll Free (24/7): 1 (833) 456-4566Text support (4pm-12am ET daily): 45645https://talksuicide.ca/ If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 If you need support, but don’t know where to go: Talk Suicide Canada See distress centres and crisis organizations…
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