Welcome to The BRIDGES Society
We are a nonprofit society with a drop-in centre in Hinton AB, providing programs for mental health support and promotion.
Some special events this month:
BRIDGES Gamespace Project
We are very excited to launch our Gamespace Project for 2SLGBTQ+ folks (youth+) to enjoy a safe gathering space for having fun playing card, board, video and tabletop roleplay games together, to develop peer support and mental wellness promotion strategies. Help us create safe diverse and inclusive spaces in Hinton! This pilot project will include 12 events over the year and provide volunteer and leadership opportunities for queer youth and adults. Learn more on our Gamespace page. Thanks to a grant from ATB Financial, Options HIV West Yellowhead and pledged funds from a private donor, this pilot project is fully funded for 2024-25.
BECAUSE WE ALL HAVE MENTAL HEALTH!
The Rural Mental Health Network is a partnership between the Canadian Mental Health Association and rural communities. Community Animators mobilize volunteer participants in an Action Team to develop community engagement initiatives that are designed for their unique community needs. We use a strengths-based model to leverage existing community resources along with RMHN Grant funding to improve community mental wellness through events, programs and initiatives that suit our community.
BRIDGES is a proud participant in our local Action Team; our Executive Director is also a Community Animator, maximizing our local community partnerships and the amazing training and resources offered by the RMHN to improve community mental wellness in Hinton.
Our 2024 grant project will focus on Men's Mental Health with the promotion of local events and resources, as well as a special guest speaking to the community in Hinton in September.
Our Action Team values diverse voices. Join the team today to help shape our projects and improve community mental health!