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Inspired by his father to become a Friendly Calls volunteer

The Red Cross has always been an organization close to Murray Hill’s heart. Throughout his childhood, his father instilled in him that the Red Cross makes a difference in people’s lives all over the world. This deep reverence is what eventually prompted Murray to become a Red Cross volunteer with the Friendly Calls program.

Compassionate Connections: The Red Cross Friendly Calls Program in Action

During a challenging time in her life, Regina discovered a source of unwavering support and understanding: the Red Cross Friendly Calls program. Matched with Jan, a compassionate volunteer, Regina found solace and companionship that transcended mere words: "I felt like she knew me."

Friendly Calls: Make a connection, one call at a time

Have you ever noticed how much better you feel after having a meaningful conversation with someone? It turns out that connecting with others not only helps reduce stress and anxiety, but it increases our overall well-being!
 

The mind-body connection: Providing mental health support in Ukraine

Mondays are always the busiest day for the psychology team at Lviv Clinical Hospital of Emergency and Intensive Care in western Ukraine. Follow psychiatrist Dr. Oleh Berezyuk and his team around the hospital as they meet with new and existing patients across the rehabilitation, intensive care, surgery and internal medicine units.

Stuck inside this winter? Here’s how to have a successful isolation

There are a variety of reasons why you might have to stay home this winter, like a virus, COVID-19, a snow or ice storm, or a cold wave. While the first few days might feel like a nice break, you may also experience feelings of boredom or loneliness. Here are some tips for a successful isolation.

Mental health and men: how to support your loved ones

Men also experience mental health challenges, including depression and anxiety. Knowing this, why don’t we hear about it more? Whether it’s a family member or a friend you are worried about, here are some tips to spot depression and to support someone going through it, as well as some resources.

Behind the scenes with Red Cross' Kate Stene

Growing up in a family of emergency responders and with a background in healthcare, it was Kate’s lifelong dream to work within the humanitarian sector, especially with the Red Cross. In her present role, she leads a team that’s specifically trained and dedicated to providing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support to those impacted by extreme weather events in B.C.
 

How Danielle honours those who never came home from residential schools: Setting the children free

Learn how Danielle Robinson uses her art to help her and those around her navigate their feelings through the current events impacting Indigenous Peoples in Canada this last year. The Canadian Red Cross Society is honoured that Indigenous people such as Danielle Robinson choose to avail their expertise to our humanitarian objectives.

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