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There is a Bill in front of the Provincial legislature right now called Bill 74 Missing Persons Amendment Act. It proposes to amend the Amber Alert system to add vulnerable people - children and adults with disabilities, adults with dementia, other vulnerabilities.
The bill passed second reading and is waiting for the Justice Policy Committee to set dates to hear deputations to then pass it in the house.
You can help push the government to pass this act! Show your support by emailing your MPP and ask them to pass Bill 74.
The Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre at CAMH is hosting a webinar designed and facilitated by caregivers of Autistic adults.
What Now? A discussion about health and mental health after 3 pandemic years. An interactive conversation with a psychiatrist, an occupational therapist and a family physician facilitated by family caregivers.
When: Thursday June 15th, 12pm-1:30pm. Register here.
Where: Online using Webex video conferencing
Who it is for: Family caregivers of adults with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions
What we’ll talk about: Health care providers will answer your health/mental health related questions
How to Submit Your Question: Email your question(s) about supporting the health/mental health of your loved one to: hcardd@camh.ca . Submit questions by June 9th
REGISTER NOW! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/what-now-a-discussion-about-health-mental-health-after-3-pandemic-years-tickets-643291511227
Unable to make the webinar? Please register and the recorded webinar will be available afterwards.
