June 02, 2020

CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth extends suspension of in-person programming until the week of July 6^th, 2020. Phased-in re-opening notice.

RE: COVID-19 Pandemic

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Halifax-Dartmouth Branch has extended the suspension of all in-person programming and face-to-face meetings until the week of July 6^th, 2020. We will be using a phased-in approach.

In-person programming, including our Among Friends and Sharing Caring Social Clubs, will initially be off-site. The re-opening of indoor social programming, as well as drives by staff/volunteers, will depend on our ability to follow social distancing guidelines from the Department of Health. More details will be provided at the end of June about off-site programming locations. Calls and deliveries to program members will continue throughout the month of June. Our storefront office at 2020 Gottingen Street, will re-open on July 6^th respecting social distancing guidelines.

If you have any questions, please leave a message at 902 455-5445 or email bev.cadham.cmha@bellaliant.com or margmurray.cmha@bellaliant.com .

Our social program members and volunteers can also leave messages for staff at the following #’s: Among Friends Social Club 902 463-2187; Sharing & Caring Social Club 902 455-0072; Building Bridges Program 902 455-6983. Messages and emails will be checked on a regular basis, Monday-Friday (9:30 am – 5:00pm). Please leave your phone number and the best time to call you back. For updates about our organization online go to: Web www.cmhahaldart.ca ;Twitter @CMHAHalDart Facebook /CMHAHalDart ; Instagram: cmhahaldart.

We will begin a weekly online chat via Zoom soon. Please email either of us to receive a link for our first Zoom Chat. We are monitoring developments with COVID-19 and will follow the recommendations of our public health authority. We know this has been a challenging time and we appreciate your kindness, patience and understanding.

Sincerely,

Bev Cadham and Marg Murray

Branch Co-Managers