Body
How can you combine hygiene and mental health?
Relaxing shower or bath. *Add essential aromatic oils or bubbles!
How can you learn a new sport or activity for free?
Banff Try It programs.
(skating, skateboarding, pickleball, basketball, dance, etc.)
What is a fun and easy way to lift our spirits?
Go outside.
What happens when we don't/can't express our feelings?
Frustration, stress, disconnection.
What number can you call/text to find out about government and community resources?
211
How much exercise is helpful for good health?
What are some signs of stress?
not sleeping well, sleeping too much, eating too much/not eating enough, withdrawing, lack of focus,extreme emotions
What are some programs we can register for with the Town of Banff?
Yoga, Art, Outdoor Skating, Dance, Zumba, Outdoor Avalanche Safety Training, Get Out, Holistic Living Programs, Public Skating, Mountain Adventurers
Is it bad to feel anger?
No. All feelings are okay.
Who can you contact about the Town of Banff's Recreation resources?
Kerri Dance in the Community Services Department
Where can you find free online dance and fitness classes?
The Town of Banff offers these classes every week. Visit banff.ca/register. It's easy! And FREE!
What are healthy ways to reduce stress?
Exercise, reading, getting outside, journaling, walking with a friend, meditating, yoga, taking a bath, talking about it.
If your spirit is feeling low, who can you reach out to?
Walk in mental health support at hospital (2-9 pm)
Connect with a local church
Right from the Start at school
211
What can we do when we feel angry?
Physical activity, talk about it, write about it, ask for help.
Who can you contact if your child is struggling at school?
Kat Wiebe, Right from the Start
What can help prevent depression and anxiety, enhance cognition, increase happiness, lower levels of sadness and increase levels of energy?
Regular physical activity.
How can we exercise our mind in healthy ways?
If you'd like to help someone else whose spirit is low, how can you do that?
Attend a Community Helpers Training
What is a time that you felt brave?
Tell us!
Who can you contact for mental health resources, Community Helpers and suicide prevention and intervention?
Yvonne Law
Taking longer, slower breaths and relaxing our muscles can help us lower our heart rate, regulate our blood pressure, resulting in...?
Lowering our stress.
What's the benefit of mistakes?
When we learn from our mistakes, we build resilence, courage, compassion and understanding.
What do you do when your spirit is low?
There are many answers!
What feelings are you having due to Covid?
Tell us!
Which agency in Banff can help if you are experiencing domestic violence?
Banff YWCA. 403-760-3200. (confidential, private, shelter available)