ABOUT SELF CARE KITS:

Mental health experts describe the increase in mental health challenges due to COVID-19 the “echo or shadow pandemic”. More than three-quarters (78%) of Canadians say their mental health has been impacted by COVID-19. The pandemic has affected children and families: 59% of parents noted behavioral changes in their child ranging from outbursts or extreme irritability to drastic changes in mood, behavior or personality and difficulty sleeping/altered sleeping patterns as well as persistent sadness. United Way invests in programs and services that provide everything from recreation to parenting supports, with the goal of helping people build skills for independent living, manage mental health and medical issues, and provide opportunities to be part of a connected and caring community.

ABOUT THE PROJECT:

Volunteers are asked to create self-care kits that UWHH will distribute to agencies to be used by individuals struggling with their mental health. These kits will help create a relaxing atmosphere for individuals who can indulge is some much needed self-care. Each kit should contain a variety of products. The below supplies are just a guide, please feel free to include items that you personally find useful for stress relief.

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

Supplies (below are just suggested supplies and don’t all have to be incorporated)

• Box/tote bag/large container to store the items

• Soothing candle

• Book

• Chocolate/Treats

• Coffee/Tea

• List of music

• Journal and Pen

• Note of appreciation (i.e. Thinking of you, you can do this, etc.)

• Face mask

DROP OFF:

We are offering 4 different Kit drop off days throughout the month of May to our Community Donation Warehouse (3057 Mainway, Burlington)

SYLLD Kit Drop Off 

Tuesday May 6th, 13th, 20th or Monday May 26th

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.