Youth Association for Mental Health (YAMH) is an emerging non profit organization, working to aid mental health issues within our community. Due to COVID-19 activities have been adjusted and new programs have been added in order to ensure health and safety for everyone. We will be helping to relieve the stress from the virus by encouraging all of our staff members to participate in a mutual community garden, where all social distancing measures will be practiced as per Health Canada. Herbs and local fruits and vegetables can be grown to deliver to those who may need in these uncertain times. Having a routine and something to focus plays a large role in stress prevention and overall health, this program is allowing for our youth to be involved in this state of pause. Another program that YAMH is offering is a virtual book club! Including books of all genres (crime, fiction, romance, non-fiction etc.) The beginning date for the YAMH book club will be announced soon updates will be made through our new instagram page. (@_yamh) Enjoy spring with the new normal, hope everyone is staying safe and at home!

YAMH is lead by young individuals who personally understand the struggles of mental health. What sets this organization aside from others is that the staff and volunteers will be able to understand our clients’ from a personal and effective level.YAMH envisions becoming a lead group that effortlessly and sustainably assists youth and their families in need of support. YAMH hopes to reach out to youth of all backgrounds, homes, and communities. We strive to create a safe, comfortable, and accepting space for young individuals and their families to come and share their personal struggles and journeys.We hope our organization provides them at least a sense of relief and reassures them that they are not alone in their fight.