As the pressure and stress of dealing with the COVID pandemic increase, the need for mental health services in our area has increased dramatically. Getting help for mental health issues is vitally important, and it’s very important not to ignore it and seek help. Director of the Elizabeth Layton center in Ottawa, Leslie Bjork, says not getting help can lead to additional problems:
She adds that as the pandemic wears on, more mental health issues are bound to occur among people of all ages and the longer it goes on, the more important it will be for people to seek help.
If you, or someone you know, needs help, don’t hesitate to call 1-800-241-1266, 24 hours a day, or give us a call here at KOFO and we will connect you with the right number.
