@First__Eyes

First Eyes focuses to help minimize impact that mental injuries and illnesses have on partners, families & friends. A Pro-Active Family Mental Health Program.

 Ottawa, Ontario
firsteyes.ca/
Joined September 2017
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In the news: New federal questionnaire making it harder for PTSD veterans to get help, critics warn. bit.ly/2uCB9bo #firsteyes #familymentalhealthprogram #ptsd
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First Eyes® Proactive Family Mental Health Program is excited to announce the dates and locations for our Western Canada workshops! Starting late april in Calgary,Edmonton,Victoria & Vancouver Please check our website at firsteyes.ca for more info. #mentalhealth
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This article is a glimpse into one of the many reasons why First Eyes Proactive Family Mental Health Programs was created. The reality of many first responders and their families across Canada and the world. lfpress.com/opinion/columnis… #firsteyes #mentalhealth

PTSD – one family’s journey

My husband is a first responder and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In looking back at this journey, I regret not being there when he needed me. I just did not see the...

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First Eyes® is launching our cross-Canada workshops! We will be starting with 7 workshops in Ontario before moving out to western Canada. If you would like to have a workshop in your area, please email us at [email protected] #firsteyes #proactivefamilymentalhealth #tour
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We're excited for this event coming up in February. Dan (Founder) will be speaking with the aim of connecting members, veterans, first responders and their families. #firsteyesproactivefamilymentalhealth #events2019
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We can no longer sit around and wait for help from employers. Far too many lives are being lost. A proactive approach that includes those closest to us can minimize the impact to self and loved ones. Please consider the First Eyes® Proactive Family Mental Health Program.
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@BadgeLifeCanada28 Nov 2018
'A rage in his head': RCMP spokesman's widow says 'attacks from within' got to him | via CBC News cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c…

'A rage in his head': RCMP spokesman's widow tells coroner's inquest 'attacks from within' got to...

Sgt. Pierre Lemaitre died of self-inflicted wounds almost six years after Robert Dziekanski was killed when four RCMP officers Tasered him. Lemaitre’s widow told a coroner’s jury she believes her...

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We are pleased to announce our next workshop is on December 08th in Fitzroy Harbour, Ontario. This workshop will be facilitated by Syd Gravel, (Ottawa Police Staff Sergeant – Retired). For additional details, please see our webpage at firsteyes.ca #limitedseating
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Great attendees & feedback was great, as was facility at The Olde Meeting House in Fitzroy Harbour. Looking forward to the 08 December workshop at this same location which was be facilitated by Syd Gravel. Registration is now open at firsteyes.ca/eventspage/
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Dan presenting at the Canadian Mental Health Association symposium in Paris Ontario. A great mix of occupations represented by the 250 in attendance. Thank you to the organizers for a terrific day of information and interaction! #firsteyes #proactivefamilymentalhealthprogram
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The October 20th workshop went absolutely great. The feedback and interaction blew us away. So many highlights. If you're interested or know someone who maybe visit our website for more information: firsteyes.ca/
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A Message from Dan: Tomorrow I will be a panelist & then do a presentation on First Eyes to 250 first responders. The symposium is being put on by the Canadian Mental Health Association - Brant Haldimand Norfolk Branch. It is the 4th Annual Symposium on PTSD & Secondary Trauma.
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This is a must read! "Somewhere in Canada, first responders respond to a scene finding a colleague who has died from suicide." badgeoflifecanada.org/2018/0… #firsteyes #firstrespondersandtheirfamiliesmatter
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When we pretend it is not an issue...we are only hurting those that we love & care for - Please check out our website resources badgeoflifecanada.org #suicideprevention #RealHerosCall4Backup #StrengthinNumbers @CmdrAmericas @DrBBouffard
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This is the state of stress in 2018 globalnews.ca/news/4138006/s… #firsteyes #proactivefamilymentalhealthprogram

This is the state of stress in 2018 - National | Globalnews.ca

Despite what we may have believed in the past, there are no limits to who can suffer from stress.

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Badge of Life Canada - “Community Healing & Rebuilding” canadahelps.org/en/charities… Cost: $50/person Price – includes continental breakfast, lunch and break refreshments. Students/additional family members $25 cost/person
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#proactivementalhealthprograms #familymentalhealth cbsnews.com/news/yountville-…

Details emerge about victims of California veteran home shooting

One victim had recently expelled gunman from the program, her father said; another victim was seven months pregnant

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Canadian Psychology - Suicidal Ideation, Plans, and Attempts Among Public Safety Personnel in Canada #firsteyes #proactivementalhealth psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/201…
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On behalf of our Advisory and Facilitator Teams, First Eyes® is honoured to collaborate with the incredible team at Badge of Life Canada! @BadgeLifeCanada #strengthinnumbers #proactivementalhealth badgeoflifecanada.org/progra…
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Final Results what a great showing of support. #bellletstalk #proactivementalhealth #firsteyes
Dan Bowers - First Eyes (Program Creator) @Bell_LetsTalk 's Talk #proactivementalhealth #firsteyes
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