For farmers, Mother Nature is the boss. In their line of work there is so much they can’t control, and stress levels can get very high.
A free mental health first aid course is taking place in Grandview next week.
Wendy McDonald says Grandview is the only community in Manitoba to host one of the 12 courses.
“Mental first aid is giving the appropriate treatment until other treatment can be found or until a crisis is resolved.” She continues, “so this program is going to teach participants how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, how to provide initial help, and how to guide a person to appropriate professional help.”
It’s put on by the Ag Do More Foundation. A course of this kind usually costs 225 dollars per person.
It runs on Monday and Tuesday at the Grandview Kinsmen Hall. Pre-registration is necessary, and only 25 spots are available. To register contact Jennifer at 647-5366 or Wendy at 648-4401.
