COVID-19: Mental Health Support for Nurses and their Families

Posted April 16, 2020.

During these challenging times, LPNs are reminded and encouraged keep their own health and well-being a priority.

The following resources offer mental health support:

• Blue Cross Employee Assistance Program (if applicable): Connect Now – Talk to a professional during COVID-19  
• Canadian Mental Health Association: Information, resources and tips  for health care workers dealing with COVID-19 
• Government of Manitoba:  Mental Health Virtual Therapy Program 
• Manitoba Adolescent Treat Centre: Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Youth Addiction Services 
• Seattle Children’s Hospital Helping Children and Teens Cope with Anxiety About COVID-19 
• Shared Health and the Regional Health Authority Mental Health Programs: Virtual Crisis Response Services (Adult) 
• Your employer’s employee assistance program