Bancroft Community Family Health Team

01/09/2026

Creating boundaries for is crucial for well-being and preventing burnout. Here are steps to establish and maintain healthy boundaries:

✅ Delegate
✅ Learn to say no
✅ Prioritize self-care

01/09/2026

Today's human trafficking myth is that human trafficking MUST involve people being moved over country borders for it to be labelled as trafficking. Human trafficking can involve cross-border movement - we would refer to these cases as international human trafficking. However, someone can be trafficked without ever leaving their home country - these cases are referred to as domestic human trafficking. Domestic trafficking is much more common than you might think; around 90% of known trafficking cases in Canada are domestic.

The definition of human trafficking involves three components: the act (recruiting, harbouring, transporting, transferring a person), the means (through use of threat, coercion, abduction, abuse of power and vulnerability, fraud, or giving benefits to those in control of a person) for the purpose of exploitation (sexual exploitation, forced labour, slavery).

ally.org/what-is-human-trafficking/

publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/cntrng-crm/hmn-trffckng/abt-hmn-trffckng-en.aspx

01/09/2026

that It's OK to put your well-being first. 💜
Taking care of your well-being can sometimes feel like something that should come after everything else, but prioritizing yourself is an important part of taking care of your mental health.

01/09/2026

Digital Detox 📵

Spending too much time online can increase feelings of anxiety and social pressure. Give yourself a break from the constant notifications and endless scrolling.

Challenge yourself to put your phone away for an hour tonight and do something you love, like reading or listening to music. 📖🎵

www.defeatdepression.ca

01/09/2026

Did you know that Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia? 🤔

Dementia is an umbrella term that describes a set of symptoms affecting brain function, such as memory loss, confusion and changes in thinking and behaviour. Understanding the different types of dementia is an important step toward better care and support.

Learn more about the different types of dementia: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/dementia.html

01/09/2026

⚠️ As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 100mph winds, we’re thinking of anyone feeling isolated or unable to heat their home.

Evidence shows that those of us living with mental illness are more likely to have cold homes.

With that in mind, here are some tips for the severe cold weather.

01/09/2026

Groceries and meals shouldn’t be out of reach, but sometimes they are. 🍎

If you’re worried about food right now, or know someone who is, 211 can help connect you to local supports.

Food banks, community meals, low-cost food programs… whatever you need, we’ll help you find it.

📞 Dial 2-1-1 or 🌐 visit 211Ontario.ca
Free, confidential, 24/7.

01/09/2026

01/08/2026

As the 2025-2026 respiratory season begins, Hamilton Public Health Services expects respiratory illness activity to increase in the coming weeks, including influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).

We strongly encourage everyone eligible to get immunized as soon as possible to give the best protection against severe outcomes, such as hospitalization. Protect yourself and others from respiratory illness by following these layers of protection to help keep yourself, family, friends, and community safe.

Contact your healthcare provider, walk in clinic or pharmacy to get immunized. If you do not have a health card or have trouble booking an appointment, please call 905-540-5250 for assistance.

Visit Hamilton.ca/ProtectYourself to learn more.

01/07/2026

01/07/2026

Losing someone you love is never easy 💙

If you’re navigating this difficult time, support and resources are available to help you manage practical steps and find guidance.

Learn more: Canada.ca/after-a-death-hub

01/07/2026

Everyone can have difficult days. During these times, it can help to pause and show yourself some self-compassion. Here are some things you can say to yourself when you're going through a challenging day.

If you would like to talk to someone about how you're feeling, you can connect with Kids Help Phone 24/7.

Call 1-800-668-6868
Youth can text 686868
Adults can text 741741
Message online at KidsHelpPhone.ca