Round Up event at Hinton A&W in June; proceeds go to The BRIDGES Society!

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We are open 9AM - 2PM for drop -in access to programs

As an AHS funded organization, we ask our visitors to sanitize or wash hands and to wear a mask until seated.


Check our calendar below to see scheduled activities; all are free to attend. 


You can make an appointment with Janice or Alphia for one-on-one social outreach, mental health support and referrals, access a public computer, get help with technology or learn more about our programs. You can also make an appointment to renew your society membership, make a personal tax-deductable donation or learn about becoming a volunteer. Call 780-865-4464 or book online  HERE.

Social Recreation PROGRAM

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

Our Plots are planted! Gardeners visit the greenhouse twice a week or more to tend BRIDGES' plots. Register with Alphia to participate in the Spring-to-Fall 2022 season!

Bowling

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

5 pin bowling pins set

BOWL WITH US at Underground Bowling and Games Room! See our calendar; register with Alphia, space is limited.
Bowling isn't just a social, party activity! It also builds strength and stretches muscles and ligaments. It's also lots of fun, in a small group with others! 

SWIMMING

GARDENING AT THE COMMUNITY GREENHOUSE

WALK & TALK / NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

(Subject to pool maintenance closures) Join us Wednesdays for Swimming at the Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre . (See our calendar below.)  Contact Alphia to register and for more info!  

WALK & TALK / NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

WALK & TALK / NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

Mondays and Fridays (weather permitting): Enjoy a walk in the neighbourhood or in nature, in a group or one-on-one. Get some light exercise or take some nature photos while making meaningful connections with others in our community to help support your mental wellness! Check out our calendar below.

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

Watch for our next Trivia Night in October 2022!  Support BRIDGES' services by entering a team of 6 into one of our annual Trivia Night Fundraisers to compete for glory and prizes! Register a team for $180 or individual for $30 (we will find you a team) and help us raise money to fund our programming.

Dungeons & Dragons Network

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser Returns!

 *Returning soon*  Part of our Social Recreation Program, The Dungeons & Dragons Network meets monthly at BRIDGES to make connections and play in a supportive, inclusive setting. Learn the game, learn to DM, meet others to create new playgroups. We embrace diversity! 

SOCIAL ARTS PROGRAM

Hinton Ukulele Group

Hinton Ukulele Group

Hinton Ukulele Group

The Hinton Ukulele Group meets every last Wednesday of the month on at 7:00 PM to learn to play new songs for fun and fellowship! There are ukuleles available for loan, to those without. All skill levels are welcome! Physical distancing accommodated!

Art Sessions

Hinton Ukulele Group

Hinton Ukulele Group

Explore creative self expression in activities like Art Journaling for Mental Wellness, rock painting, holiday crafts, making dreamcatchers, medicine bags and more. Check our calendar for this month's activities!

Knit Night with Hinton Yarnbags

Knit Night with Hinton Yarnbags

Knit Night with Hinton Yarnbags

Knit Night with The Hinton Yarnbags takes place most Tuesdays at 7:00 PM for yarn crafting and peer support. Learn to knit or crochet, get help with a project, or help others. 

Monthly Jam Nights

Knit Night with Hinton Yarnbags

Knit Night with Hinton Yarnbags

               *Returning 2022, subject to Covid measures* 

At 7:00 PM on the last Friday of each month (depending on facility availability), BRIDGES hosts a community Jam Session. Bring your instruments and come play and sing along, or simply sit back and enjoy the music! 

COMMUNITY MEAL & PEER SUPPORTS PROGRAMS

Coffee Time

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

Community Meals

Part of our Peer Supports program, it's always Coffee Time at BRIDGES. Come and meet new people and old friends for coffee and conversation in a safe and caring environment with physical distancing. Reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and support each other with open conversations and acceptance. Feeling shy? That's okay, we respect your personal space, all are welcome.

Community Meals

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

Community Meals

Tuesdays and Thursdays are Hot Lunch Days at BRIDGES. This program offers social meals for those living with food scarcity as well as people who want to share a family meal experience, for relief of isolation and loneliness often experienced by retired and senior people, newcomers and people living with physical or mental illness. Seating is still limited at 15.

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

The first Tuesday of each month, brought to you by the Hinton FCSS Family Life Coordinator, in cooperation with the Alzheimer's Society of Alberta & Northwest Territories, this is a peer support group for caregivers. Please email Charlene at csitar@hinton.ca or call 780-223-8009 to register.

Women's Support Group

BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Support Group

Peer Support for Women: Our partnership with F.R.I.E.N.D.S. returns! Watch our calendars for these special events! (Female Role in Empowering and Nurturing Developmental Strategies) Join their Facebook group for the latest scheduling and events. 

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BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

RETURNING IN JULY 2022!!


We've concluded another amazing Carefree Friday BBQ series! Thank you to our 2021 sponsors, Hinton Freson Bros. Valley, A&W Hinton, REMAX Hinton, CE Solutions, Rock Lake Counselling & Consulting, Hinton Physical Therapy, and M&M Meat Shops Hinton. After event expenses, sponsorships and donations totalled $1457.00, all of which goes right back into our programs to support mental health! Thank you all!

Men's Support Group

BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

BLOCK PARTY STYLE BBQs EVERY FRIDAY IN JULY

  *RETURNING TBA* Men's Coffee Group meets are  facilitated by a Family Violence Prevention worker from the Yellowhead Emergency Shelter. These are suspended until further notice. For more  information about this group, please contact YES at 780-865-4359. 

ONLINE education and peer supports

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

Participants will learn how to:

  • recognize signs that a young person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health or substance use crisis
  • initiate conversations that encourage a young person to talk about a mental health or substance use problem
  • discuss professional and other supports that could help with recovery to improved mental well-being
  • assist in a mental health or substance use crisis situation
  • check in with one’s own mental well-being and take action as needed


Mental Health First Aid Supporting Youth, Seniors, and more courses are available online from the MHFA website.


Find a course at the MHCC Mental Health First Aid website

TOGETHERALL Online Peer Support

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

"Togetherall is a digital mental health support service which is available online, 24/7, and is completely anonymous so you can express yourself freely and openly. Professionally trained Wall Guides monitor the community to ensure the safety and anonymity of all members. In addition to Togetherall's online community, you will have access to a wealth of useful resources and can work through tailored self-help courses covering topics such as anxiety, sleep, weight management, depression and many more. "

Find out more and/or register at the Togetherall website

Schizophrenia Society of Alberta - Family & Caregiver Support Group

MHCC launches online MHFA for those who live and work with youths aged 12 - 24

Schizophrenia Society of Alberta - Family & Caregiver Support Group

The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta's Family & Caregiver Support group exists to provide you with a hopeful, safe and supportive environment to discuss your thoughts and feelings, learn coping methods, and be empowered with knowledge about schizophrenia. 

Hinton's Support Group meets the first Monday of each month on ZOOM to talk through important issues, hear from educational speakers, and just connect and support one another. 

Find out more and/or Register at the SSA website

Do you need help today?

For emergencies that aren't 911

For emergencies that aren't 911

For emergencies that aren't 911

 211 is a free, confidential service that provides information and referral to a wide range of community, social and government services.

Our certified community resource specialists are trained to help you navigate the complex network of social services. We can help you find:

  • basic needs (food, clothing, shelter and financial support)
  • employment resources
  • parenting support
  • counselling/support groups
  • health care
  • legal services
  • and MUCH more!

Online Self-Screening

For emergencies that aren't 911

For emergencies that aren't 911

Here to Help's online screening for mental well-being, depression, anxiety and substance use. Your answers are completely anonymous.

Mental Health Help Lines

For emergencies that aren't 911

Mental Health Help Lines

211 will connect you with one of these agencies. You can call them directly if you wish, the Mental Health Help Line and Suicide Prevention lines are

24/7 crisis assistance lines.

Our Calendar

We're open weekdays 9am - 2pm! Join us for coffee!


We put out a fresh activity calendar every month. You can download it from our Links & Downloads Page.




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