Community, Volunteers with in Canada, Ontario, Hamilton.
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CAMH is seeking individuals for a remote study that provides free access to a mindfulness meditation app for up to 1 year to help improve mental well-being. We are seeking individuals 18 and up, who are fluent in English, have a smartphone and access to the internet, and are currently waiting for psychosocial services (e.g., group or individual psychotherapy, assessments, referrals, etc.).
Participants complete a baseline interview session online and then follow-up questionnaires for up to 3 months. After this, you have access to the app free for another 9 months.
What's involved: One baseline orientation session (conducted online) and monthly follow-up surveys (~15-20 minutes) for 3 months. All procedures can be completely remotely (onsite can be requested). All participants will be compensated for the time it takes to complete assessments.
How to get started: Contact us to set up a telephone screen to confirm your eligibility. For faster turnaround, please leave your phone number and times to call!
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Hi we are a family of 4 of newcomers with 2 kids a 14 yrs old boy and a 9 yrs old girl we are asking for donations like furniture microwave ketller toaster blankets towels plates cups. If you dont need please dont throw them away caudse I need. We are short in money my husband only starts working in March. Thanks
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AiDa helps you SHiNE✨
OUR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR STARS!
Spotlighting our Student Volunteers and an opportunity to earn community service credit!YEAR ROUND PROGRAMMING!
✨Registration NOW OPEN for (kids aged 6-12) After School Drama Workshop Tuesdays, ALL NEW SATURDAY ACTING CLASSES, March Break Camp and Summer Camp! Book early! Limited space! We fill up quickly!
See your child change DRAMATICALLY in one week! Inspiring confidence, creative self-expression, literacy, collaboration, mentorship, leadership, inclusion, positive mindset, communication, imagination, life skills through Dramatic Arts, Nature, Arts, Crafts, theme days and team activities! ✨✨
Secondary students! Join our Team! Apply to our Youth Initiative Mentor | Leader (14+) where you may earn community service credit while learning new skills! New for ages 13, apply to be a Mentor Leader in Training-bridging the gap between camper and ML✨
Summer CO-OP Opportunities!
Visit our website to download registrations and ML applications: www.aidahamont.comAiDa is a community engaged partner!
Voted 2020 GOLD AWARD FOR BEST SUMMER CAMP! TOP TEN BEST 2021 Art School/Instructor, Summer Camp, Kids Camps, Kids Activities, Children's Entertainment and Life Coach! Top Ten Best Art School, Summer Camp, Theatre Instructor 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019; The Hamilton Spectator Reader’s Choice Awards CHCH Business Excellence Silver award | Art School 2017.
✨AiDa founder, Kaime Sherman, is a graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, served as regional representative and adjudicator for 25 years, artist, mentor, acting, speaking and certified Life Coach and community partner. She is a GOLD member of the AADA Actor's Society, ACTRA and Hamilton Arts Council. Kaime is recipient of the YWCA Woman of Distinction | Arts Culture and a 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Nominee The City of Hamilton Arts Awards Arts Innovation | Community Leadership, Author “Creativity and Flow; A Journal of Ideas and Inspiration” available www.amazon.com/author/kwsherman.
©️Copyright 2017-2022 AiDa | Academy of Imagination & Dramatic Arts. All Rights Reserved.
#believeinyourself #youthhamon #confidence #camps #actingworkshop #imagination #actingclasses #acting #kids #mentoring #communitybuilding #leaders #leadership #communityservice #volunteer #creativeenergy #creativeconfidence #lifeskills #hamont #hamontarts #lifecoach #artist #actor #leadershipdevelopment #aidacommunity #aidahamont
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Were you recently diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder? Interested in participating in research?
Requirements:
Ages 16-45
Onset of depression within the last 12 months
Location: St. Joseph’s Healthcare HamiltonIf interested, please scan the QR code to provide your contact information or contact Taiane at deazevet@mcmaster.ca or 905-522-1155 ext 39864.
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Would love to have a retired person who still loves fundraising and is willing to help us. We have much trouble getting Fundraising/Donations because of the people we help. We help ex-offenders adjust to life outside the facility so they don't go back in. People don't realize how much help they need so they can stay out. If you would like more info and are interested in helping please call me at 289-440-7420 Wayne.
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Looking for people that need there driveways, walk ways snow removed. Also salt if needed. Please text 905-512-6597
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AiDa is incredibly PROUD of our Youth Initiative Mentor | Leaders in Training.
Students have an opportunity to make a profound difference in our community while gaining tools and strategies for success in school while developing life and leadership skills.
Are you a secondary or post secondary student who would like to earn community service credit or are you seeking a Summer CO-OP placement?
We are seeking enthusiastic, creative individuals open to try new experiences.
AiDa camps stimulate creative expression, self-discovery, self-esteem/expression, confidence & communication skills with DRAMA NATURE ART!
Inspiring IMAGINATION, collaboration, respect, social change, leadership and mentoring through Dramatic Arts! Guest artists✨For ages 6-13!
Offering 6 Weeks of magic in July and August! Situated in the heart of Cootes Paradise Sanctuary. Indoor outdoor activities!
Apply NOW: www.aidahamont.com
Voted 2020 Gold Award Best Summer Camp Hamilton Spectator Readers Choice
Voted TOP TEN Best of Best 2016-2021
Art School/Instructor
Children’s Entertainment
Summer Camp
Kids Activities
Life Coach
Kids Camps©️Copyrights 2015-2022. AiDa | Academy of Imagination & Dramatic Arts. All Rights Reserved.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#hamont #aidahamont #mentoringmatters
#youthhamont #volunteer #youth #communityservicehours #mentor #leadershipdevelopment #creativity
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I’m Dr Kent form with Heavens gateway ministries here to help you deal with life in our christian walk!!
Our Ministry Standing
We as a ministry stand on this acceptance on all regardless of age race creed religion or sexual orientation nor gender. Romans; 2:11-22 Mark:7 6 to 21
Mark 12:33
Corinthians 5 17 Therefore, if anyone is united with the Messiah, he is a new creation — the old has passed; look, what has come is fresh and new!
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Have you had an abortion with pills via telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Researchers at the University of Ottawa would like to conduct 90-minute telephone interviews with anyone who had an abortion with pills in Canada via telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You are eligible if you:
-Have had a telemedicine abortion on or after March 15, 2020
-Were living in Canada at the time
-Are sufficiently fluent in English or French to answer interview questions
-Have access to a telephone, Skype, or ZoomDuring the interview, we will ask you a series of questions about your background, your reproductive health history, and the circumstances surrounding the pregnancy that was terminated. We will also ask you to tell us about your experience obtaining an abortion via telemedicine during the pandemic and we will ask you about ways in which you think that services could be improved.
All participants will receive a $40 gift certificate to www.amazon.ca. Participation is both voluntary and confidential. Spots for this study are filled on a first come, first served basis.
If you would like more information about the study or research team, or if you are interested in participating, please contact Brianna (Study Coordinator): ws-stu01@uottawa.ca
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Are you diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? Do you have mood swings and symptom worsening in the premenstrual period? Interested in paid clinical research?
Requirements:
Ages 16-45
Regular menstrual cycles
Bipolar Disorder diagnosis
Able to take oral contraceptives
Location: St. Joseph’s Healthcare HamiltonIf interested, please scan the QR code to provide your contact information or contact Taylor at tloucks@stjosham.on.ca
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Volunteering opportunity available for the right person. Looking for someone who can do some early morning chores and some evenings available in exchange for free lessons or free riding opportunities.
Work will include the following:
-feed
-turnout
-stalls (never any more then 15)
-water
-hay
-turn in
Hardly work alone
Horse experience preferred but will teach the right person.
Please email with experience and interests.
We’re a family run barn, fun no drama facility
I won’t respond to messages that don’t list experience and what you’re looking for specifically.
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Menopausal?
Experiencing sexual concerns?You might be eligible to participate in a clinical study at:
Women's Health Concerns Clinic (WHCC), St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, OntarioThe WHCC is looking for women who are 40-65 years old and:
- Are menopausal or have irregular cycles
- Experience sexual concerns (e.g., decreased desire, pain, decreased sexual satisfaction, impact on self and body-image)
- Are otherwise in good healthParticipants will receive 4 individual weekly sessions of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Virtual participation optional.
Compensation provided!If interested please contact us at: mfurtado@stjoes.ca
This project has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board (Project #11152)
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Are you a driver in Canada aged 30-45 years old? Have you had a full driver’s license (e.g., G in Ontario) for at least 3 years? Do you drive at least a few times a month?
We are conducting an online study to understand drivers’ interaction with automated braking systems in their cars.
This study will take place via Zoom. In this study, you will be asked to view various video recordings and answer questions about them.
If you choose to participate, you will be compensated with $25. The experiment session should take around 75 minutes to complete. (Note that you may withdraw at any time during the study and will be compensated based on the time you spend on a pro-rated basis. Similarly, if your session takes longer than 75 minutes, you will receive additional compensation based on the additional time you spend).
Please fill out the following and we will contact you to schedule a session if you are eligible:
https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50149159/0-Screening
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AiDa helps you SHiNE✨
OUR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR STARS!
Spotlighting our Student Volunteers and an opportunity to earn community service credit!YEAR ROUND PROGRAMMING!
✨Registration NOW OPEN for (kids aged 6-12) After School Drama Workshop Tuesdays, ALL NEW SATURDAY ACTING CLASSES, March Break Camp and Summer Camp! Book early! Limited space! We fill up quickly!
See your child change DRAMATICALLY in one week! Inspiring confidence, creative self-expression, literacy, collaboration, mentorship, leadership, inclusion, positive mindset, communication, imagination, life skills through Dramatic Arts, Nature, Arts, Crafts, theme days and team activities! ✨✨
Secondary students! Join our Team! Apply to our Youth Initiative Mentor | Leader (14+) where you may earn community service credit while learning new skills! New for ages 13, apply to be a Mentor Leader in Training-bridging the gap between camper and ML✨
Summer CO-OP Opportunities!
Visit our website to download registrations and ML applications: www.aidahamont.comAiDa is a community engaged partner!
Voted 2020 GOLD AWARD FOR BEST SUMMER CAMP! TOP TEN BEST 2021 Art School/Instructor, Summer Camp, Kids Camps, Kids Activities, Children's Entertainment and Life Coach! Top Ten Best Art School, Summer Camp, Theatre Instructor 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019; The Hamilton Spectator Reader’s Choice Awards CHCH Business Excellence Silver award | Art School 2017.
✨AiDa founder, Kaime Sherman, is a graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, served as regional representative and adjudicator for 25 years, artist, mentor, acting, speaking and certified Life Coach and community partner. She is a GOLD member of the AADA Actor's Society, ACTRA and Hamilton Arts Council. Kaime is recipient of the YWCA Woman of Distinction | Arts Culture and a 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Nominee The City of Hamilton Arts Awards Arts Innovation | Community Leadership, Author “Creativity and Flow; A Journal of Ideas and Inspiration” available www.amazon.com/author/kwsherman.
©️Copyright 2017-2022 AiDa | Academy of Imagination & Dramatic Arts. All Rights Reserved.
#believeinyourself #youthhamon #confidence #camps #actingworkshop #imagination #actingclasses #acting #kids #mentoring #communitybuilding #leaders #leadership #communityservice #volunteer #creativeenergy #creativeconfidence #lifeskills #hamont #hamontarts #lifecoach #artist #actor #leadershipdevelopment #aidacommunity #aidahamont
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New year, same poop problems? Start the new year off by joining our Probiotic Study!
Are you…
- Between 18 to 65 years old
- Having less than 5 bowel movements per week
- Willing to provide 2 fecal samples
- Willing to attend 3 visits to our clinic in Guelph
Does this sound like you? Contact us at 519-341-3366 or email us at participate@nutrasource.ca to reserve your spot today!
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"I will pick up free Alcohol beer can's and Recycle them back to the beer store
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Are you currently experiencing or have you only experienced your first or second episode of depression? Interested in participating in research?
Requirements:
Ages 16-45
Lifetime presence of one or two major depressive episodesLocation: St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton
If interested, please scan the QR code to provide your contact information or contact Taiane at deazevet@mcmaster.ca or 905-522-1155 ext 39864.
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Looking for people that need there driveways, walk ways snow removed. Also salt if needed. Please text 905-512-6597
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Hello with the price of living these day I am struggling so hard and I'm ready have a break down . I desperately need some help with food for my kids . This terribly embarrassing and I feel ashamed so if you don't want to help that's fine but don't make this harder for me please
TIA
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AiDa helps you SHiNE✨
OUR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR STARS!✨Registration NOW OPEN for (kids aged 6-12) After School Drama Workshop Tuesdays, ALL NEW SATURDAY ACTING CLASSES, March Break Camp and Summer Camp! Book early! Limited space! We fill up quickly!
See your child change DRAMATICALLY in one week! Inspiring confidence, creative self-expression, literacy, collaboration, mentorship, leadership, inclusion, positive mindset, communication, imagination, life skills through Dramatic Arts, Nature, Arts, Crafts, theme days and team activities! ✨✨
Secondary students! Join our Team! Apply to our Youth Initiative Mentor | Leader (14+) where you may earn community service credit while learning new skills! New for ages 13, apply to be a Mentor Leader in Training-bridging the gap between camper and ML✨
Visit our website to download registrations and ML applications: www.aidahamont.com
AiDa is a community engaged partner!
Voted GOLD AWARD FOR BEST SUMMER CAMP! TOP TEN BEST 2021 Art School/Instructor, Summer Camp, Kids Camps, Kids Activities, Children's Entertainment and Life Coach! Top Ten Best Art School, Summer Camp, Theatre Instructor 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019; The Hamilton Spectator Reader’s Choice Awards CHCH Business Excellence Silver award | Art School 2017.
✨AiDa founder, Kaime Sherman, is a graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, served as regional representative and adjudicator for 25 years, artist, mentor, acting, speaking and certified Life Coach and community partner. She is a GOLD member of the AADA Actor's Society, ACTRA and Hamilton Arts Council. Kaime is recipient of the YWCA Woman of Distinction | Arts Culture and a 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Nominee The City of Hamilton Arts Awards Arts Innovation | Community Leadership, Author “Creativity and Flow; A Journal of Ideas and Inspiration” available www.amazon.com/author/kwsherman.
©️Copyright 2017-2022 AiDa | Academy of Imagination & Dramatic Arts. All Rights Reserved.
#believeinyourself #magic #confidence #camps #actingworkshop #imagination #actingclasses #acting #kids #mentoring #communitybuilding #leaders #leadership #communityservice #volunteer #creativeenergy #creativeconfidence #lifeskills #hamont #hamontarts #lifecoach #artist #actor #leadershipdevelopment #aidacommunity #aidahamont
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We're looking for Canadian parents and adolescents to participate in a study on text message communication being done by researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.
You may be eligible for the study if you:
- Are a parent or guardian of a young person aged 13-18 living in Canada
- Communicate with each other in English by text messageYour role will include:
1. You and your child meet with a research assistant virtually
2. Fill out online surveys and securely send in the text messages between you and your adolescent
3. Complete 4 short, monthly surveys
4. Fill out surveys 5 months later and securely send in parent-adolescent texts over the past 5 monthsData will be analyzed anonymously.
Compensation is provided for parents and adolescents. Adolescents can receive community service volunteer hours.
If you’re interested, please contact us at CRAFT@camh.ca
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Electric Guitar Player Needed For Mountain Springs Church We Are Launching On March 5th
Sundays For About 3 Hrs For More Information Please Call 905-741-1855 If Intrested Thank-you
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Do you have trouble remembering things, concentrating, or problem solving? Interested in paid clinical research opportunities?
Requirements:
19-65 years old
Bipolar Disorder type I diagnosis
Clinically stable on medications
Not currently experiencing a manic or depressive episodeLocation: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
If interested, please scan the QR code to provide your contact information or contact Victoria at victran@stjoes.ca or 905-522-1155 ext. 39178.
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Will you consider giving 3 hours of your time for 3 sundays over 3 months to help a new church get started and serve the community? Teenagers are also welcome.
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Calling all individuals that have been affected by cold and flu season! We may have a study for you….
Does our immune function study seem like something you may be interested in? Call us at 519-341-3366 or email us at studies@nutrasource.ca to assess your eligibility today.
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Are you a driver in Canada aged 30-45 years old? Have you had a full driver’s license (e.g., G in Ontario) for at least 3 years? Do you drive at least a few times a month?
We are conducting an online study to understand drivers’ interaction with automated braking systems in their cars.
This study will take place via Zoom. In this study, you will be asked to view various video recordings and answer questions about them.
If you choose to participate, you will be compensated with $25. The experiment session should take around 75 minutes to complete. (Note that you may withdraw at any time during the study and will be compensated based on the time you spend on a pro-rated basis. Similarly, if your session takes longer than 75 minutes, you will receive additional compensation based on the additional time you spend).
Please fill out the following and we will contact you to schedule a session if you are eligible:
https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50149159/0-Screening
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HWCO (Hope For Women & Children)
We are looking for volunteers for program manager position
Our vision is to live in a world where no one goes without the necessities of life. There should never be a period when someone is deprived of the necessities of existence.
Come join us in our endeavour to make a positive difference in the lives of others.We are a recognized non-profit organization registered in Canada supporting humanitarian causes around the world.
Our mission is to assist the needy in whatever manner possible. We believe that everyone has the power to give. The poorest of the poor give us precious gifts of humility, resilience, profound, gratitude, dignity, grace and inimitable faith. Let us work together to provide them a better life.
CONTACT INFO;
905 966 1254
1 289 396 2597
https://hwco-af.org/
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New year, same poop problems? Start the new year off by joining our Probiotic Study!
Are you…
- Between 18 to 65 years old
- Having less than 5 bowel movements per week
- Willing to provide 2 fecal samples
- Willing to attend 3 visits to our clinic in Guelph
Does this sound like you? Contact us at 519-341-3366 or email us at participate@nutrasource.ca to reserve your spot today!
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AiDa helps you SHiNE✨
OUR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS ARE OUR STARS!✨Registration NOW OPEN for (kids aged 6-12) After School Drama Workshop Tuesdays, ALL NEW SATURDAY ACTING CLASSES, March Break Camp and Summer Camp! Book early! Limited space! We fill up quickly!
See your child change DRAMATICALLY in one week! Inspiring confidence, creative self-expression, literacy, collaboration, mentorship, leadership, inclusion, positive mindset, communication, imagination, life skills through Dramatic Arts, Nature, Arts, Crafts, theme days and team activities! ✨✨
Secondary students! Join our Team! Apply to our Youth Initiative Mentor | Leader (14+) where you may earn community service credit while learning new skills! New for ages 13, apply to be a Mentor Leader in Training-bridging the gap between camper and ML✨
Visit our website to download registrations and ML applications: www.aidahamont.com
AiDa is a community engaged partner!
Voted GOLD AWARD FOR BEST SUMMER CAMP! TOP TEN BEST 2021 Art School/Instructor, Summer Camp, Kids Camps, Kids Activities, Children's Entertainment and Life Coach! Top Ten Best Art School, Summer Camp, Theatre Instructor 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019; The Hamilton Spectator Reader’s Choice Awards CHCH Business Excellence Silver award | Art School 2017.
✨AiDa founder, Kaime Sherman, is a graduate of The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, served as regional representative and adjudicator for 25 years, artist, mentor, acting, speaking and certified Life Coach and community partner. She is a GOLD member of the AADA Actor's Society, ACTRA and Hamilton Arts Council. Kaime is recipient of the YWCA Woman of Distinction | Arts Culture and a 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Nominee The City of Hamilton Arts Awards Arts Innovation | Community Leadership, Author “Creativity and Flow; A Journal of Ideas and Inspiration” available www.amazon.com/author/kwsherman.
©️Copyright 2017-2022 AiDa | Academy of Imagination & Dramatic Arts. All Rights Reserved.
#believeinyourself #magic #confidence #camps #actingworkshop #imagination #actingclasses #acting #kids #mentoring #communitybuilding #leaders #leadership #communityservice #volunteer #creativeenergy #creativeconfidence #lifeskills #hamont #hamontarts #lifecoach #artist #actor #leadershipdevelopment #aidacommunity #aidahamont
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Are you a healthy individual? Interested in paid depression research?
Requirements:
Good health
No history of psychiatric illness
Females: ages 35-70
Males: ages 40-62Location: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
For more information, please scan the QR code to provide your contact information or contact Adile at anexha@stjoes.ca or 905-522-1155 ext 35808.
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How has the pandemic impacted your health and wellbeing? What has been helpful and what has not been helpful for your mental health?
Researchers from the University of Victoria are participating in a global collaboration to study the psychological impact of the pandemic and lockdown. We are asking people to complete a short questionnaire to better understand how the pandemic is affecting us all and its impact on our day to day lifestyle. We hope to find out what is helpful for people during this time and also what may be causing some people to be affected more than others in terms of their wellbeing.
Can you spare 15 minutes to help? Even if you filled out the 1st wave of this survey (Aug - Oct 2020), please also fill out this NEW 2nd WAVE of our survey! Click on the link to the questionnaire for more information: https://bit.ly/3828qkJ or scan the QR code.
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Menopausal? Experiencing sexual concerns?
You might be eligible to participate in a clinical study at: Women's Health Concerns Clinic (WHCC), St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton!
The WHCC is looking for women who are 40-60 years old and:
Are perimenopausal or have irregular cycles
Experience sexual concerns (e.g., decreased desire, pain, decreased sexual satisfaction, impact on self and body-image)
Are in otherwise good healthParticipants will receive 4 individual weekly sessions of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Virtual participation optional).
Compensation provided!
If interested please contact us at: mfurtado@stjoes.ca
This project has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board (Project #11152)
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I will pick up for free empty Alcohol beer can's and wine & Bottle's and Return them to the Beer stroe
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Are you 65 years of age or older? - North York General Hospital researchers need your help to evaluate a web-based application called “KeepWell”. This tool empowers seniors to make positive lifestyle changes toward keeping well! No travel required, you can participate from the comfort of your own home.
For more information:
- First, please visit our study website: www.nygh.on.ca/keepwell. We ask that you review the “Study Information” document and to confirm your eligibility.
- Once you read the study information, please email us at: keepwell@nygh.on.ca so we can schedule an enrollment phone call with one of our study coordinators.
By taking part in this research project, you can play a valuable role in helping seniors. The results of this study will help us to understand the effectiveness of the KeepWell application for helping seniors to manage their health and wellness. All the information you provide will be kept strictly confidential.What is involved in participating?
- You will be randomly placed into one of two testing groups:
1. KeepWell group: We will ask you to use KeepWell for 6 months
2. Control group: You will be given access to KeepWell after the study ends
- All participants will be asked to complete a short health risk questionnaire at the start of the study (when you first login), at the mid-point of the study (3 months) and at the end of the study (6 months).
- You may also receive occasional emails from us, which will provide helpful information and reminders about keeping wellTo be eligible, you must:
1. Live in Canada
2. Be 65 years of age or older (or turning 65 this year)
3. Have one or more chronic diseases
4. Have an email account
5. Have access to a computer or tablet deviceTo get started, please visit: www.nygh.on.ca/keepwell and refer to our research poster attached to this Ad.
Thank you!
KeepWell Research Team
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OUR MISSION:
At Certified Listeners, our mission is to enhance people's lives by offering them emotional support. Through meaningful conversations and active listening, we can make a positive impact in the lives of many around the world. When it comes to emotional support, we believe in being proactive. This means that we don't wait for individuals to call us for help. Instead, we go out of our way to find people in need. We are looking for dedicated, committed and skilled volunteers to join our team. If you consider yourself empathetic, a strong communicator, and reliable, we'd love to hear from you!
To learn more about us, please visit our website https://certifiedlisteners.org/
To learn more about our Senior Adult Program, please visit our website: visit https://certifiedlisteners.org/video-chat/WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Reporting to the Certified Listener Program Supervisor, you will provide emotional support to people of all ages from around the world through our online chat. Volunteers are to listen, support and guide callers in the right direction. Given that we are an emotional support service, calls may be shocking in nature. This is an opportunity to volunteer from home.
• Provide emotional support via our chat service network.
• Ability to type 40 WPM
• Assess calls to determine if a caller requires professional mental health information and referrals.
• Know your limits, and ask for assistance when the caller presents themselves as a risk, or if you are unsure how to proceed with a call.
• Assist callers with developing and discovering healthy lifestyle habits.
• Work with callers/chatters, volunteers, and staff in a respectful and professional manner.What will you NOT be doing:
• Certified Listeners Volunteer are not therapists or hold themselves out to be. Volunteers are to only provide emotional support and should not try to provide callers with mental health support or services.
• Telling people what to do or how they should live their lives
• Providing crisis intervention or addiction counselling.COMMITMENT:
To work a minimum one 4-hour shift per week for a period of at least 3 months.
There is flexibility in scheduling, and you will be able to choose weekly shifts that best suit you.PERKS OF VOLUNTEERING FOR CERTIFIED LISTENERS:
• Flexible scheduling
• Work from home
• Gain community service hours
• May be able to use hours to fill academic requirements,
• Reference Letter outlining your commitment at Certified ListenersCERTIFIED LISTENERS SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
• Previous volunteering experience preferred, but not required
• Strong English reading, writing and speaking skills
• Training in Assist or other Suicide Intervention models preferred
• Training in Non-violent crisis Intervention preferred
• Sound working knowledge of community services
• Proven knowledge/experience in mental health
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse cultural and social backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to function well under pressure
• Demonstrated conflict management and resolution skills
• Knowledge of domestic violence and resources
• Comfortable interacting using electronic mediumsREQUIRED EDUCATION:
At a minimum, a Degree or diploma in social services, social work, psychology, nursing. We are also accepting applicants who are students of social services, social work, psychology, nursing and other similar fields.TRAINING:
Successful candidates will have to complete our Certified Listeners training and job shadowing. At a minimum, training will take 16 hours to complete, but can be done at your own pace.SCHEDULING:
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• No weekends
• Weekends
*Shifts are scheduled between 8 AM and 12 AM EST
Certified Listeners Society is committed to volunteering equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Certified Listeners Society will make available reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities upon request.
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Are you working from home because of the pandemic? How is that going? Do you have everything you need? How has it impacted your mental health and well-being?
We are researchers from the University of Alberta and we are conducting a study to understand how their work has changed due to COVID-19, experiences working remotely, and what impact the changes have had on work productivity and mental well-being.
Eligibility criteria:
- currently employed
- have any type of chronic illness, physical disability, or physical limitationIf you are interested in participating, please access the survey through this link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/workingduringCOVID
The survey is just 10 minutes long and you can put your name in a draw to win $100 from Amazon.
All data remains confidential and we do not store any identifying information. This study has been approved by the Research Ethics Board (REB 2) of the University of Alberta (Pro00106031)
Thank you so much!
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OUR MISSION:
At Certified Listeners, our mission is to enhance people's lives by offering them emotional support. Through meaningful conversations and active listening, we can make a positive impact in the lives of many around the world. When it comes to emotional support, we believe in being proactive. This means that we don't wait for individuals to call us for help. Instead, we go out of our way to find people in need. We are looking for dedicated, committed and skilled volunteers to join our team. If you consider yourself empathetic, a strong communicator, and reliable, we'd love to hear from you!
To learn more about us, please visit our website https://certifiedlisteners.org/WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Reporting to the Certified Listener Program Manager, you will be in charge of supervising our Certified Listener Volunteers and with providing them with emotional support as needed.
Given that we are an emotional support service, calls may be shocking in nature. This is an opportunity to volunteer from home.
• Providing immediate and confidential support to our certified listener volunteers (chat, etc.) using agency procedures and policies.
• Help our Certified Listener Volunteers by providing them with information and referrals when appropriate
• Understanding what to do if you are concerned about a person’s safety (Client or Certified Listener Volunteer)
• Work with callers/chatters, volunteers, and staff in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to type 40 WPM
• Perform risk assessments during calls to determine if the calls are beyond our scope.
• Work with callers/chatters, volunteers, and staff in a respectful and professional manner.
What will you NOT be doing:
• Certified Listeners Volunteer are not therapists or hold themselves out to be. Volunteers are to only provide emotional support and should not try to provide callers with mental health support or services.
• Telling people what to do or how they should live their lives
• Providing crisis intervention or addiction counselling.
Commitment:
To work a minimum one 4-hour shift per week for a period of at least 3 months.
There is flexibility in scheduling, and you will be able to choose weekly shifts that best suit you.PERKS OF VOLUNTEERING FOR CERTIFIED LISTENERS:
• Flexible scheduling
• Work from home
• Gain community service hours
• May be able to use hours to fill academic requirements,
• Reference Letter outlining your commitment at Certified ListenersCERTIFIED LISTENERS SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge on risk assessments, suicide prevention
• Training in Assist or other Suicide Intervention models preferred
• Strong English reading, writing and speaking skills
• Training in Non-violent crisis Intervention preferred
• Sound working knowledge of community services
• Proven knowledge/experience in mental health
• Risk assessment skills
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse cultural and social backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to function well under pressure
• Demonstrated conflict management and resolution skills
• Knowledge of domestic violence and resources
• Comfortable interacting using electronic mediumsREQUIRED EDUCATION:
At a minimum, a Degree or diploma in social services, social work, psychology, nursing.TRAINING:
We at Certified Listeners Society provide training, protocols, policies and policies, proprietary software, support and supervision to help shift supervisors and certified listener volunteers fulfill their roles.
Successful candidates will have to complete our Certified Listeners training, supervisor training and job shadowing. At a minimum, training will take 20 hours to complete, but can be done at your own pace.SCHEDULING:
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• No weekends
• Weekends
*Shifts are scheduled between 8 AM and 12 AM EST
Certified Listeners Society is committed to volunteering equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Certified Listeners Society will make available reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities upon request.
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What is the Purpose of the Study?
The purpose of the study is evaluate the impact of a 90-day journal designed to increase your self-compassion.Are you eligible?
Adults age of 18 years or older who have low to moderate self-compassion are eligible to participate.What’s involved:
We will ask you to complete 4 online survey questionnaires to help us determine the journal’s effectiveness. Participants will be randomized to one of two study groups: the self-compassion journal group and the waitlist control group. Both groups will receive the journal, however, the self-compassion journal group will receive their journal immediately, while the waitlist control group will receive their journal 91 days from now.Benefits of participating: You will be mailed a free 90-day self-compassion journal
Primary Investigator: Dr. Mary Jung Ph.D., University of British Columbia & Dr. Sean Locke, PhD, Brock University.
For more information contact Rhyann McKay, our study coordinator (rhyann.mckay@ubc.ca)To participate in the study and find out more at http://bit.ly/90day_selfcompassion
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The Rise Radio Network is in need of Peer Leads. A Peer Lead coordinates meetups between peers seeking peer support. You would get to know people who come to us for support then decide which people would be mutually benefitted by a meetup. Go to www.riseradionetwork.com for details.
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