Breaking Barriers - Stigma, Families & Mental Health

It’s time to talk! Let The Scarborough Hospital’s experts guide you on how to have conversations on topics like depression and anxiety, as well as help you navigate the mental health system in your community. You are invited to attend our FREE health fair and forum on Thursday, September 15, 2011. Parking, refreshments and a package of resource guides are included. Space is limited, so please reserve your seat today. RSVP Elaine, 416.431.8200 ext. 6661 or epolgar@tsh.to DATE September 15, 2011 LOCATION The Scarborough Hospital, General campus, Auditorium, 3050 Lawrence Avenue East HEALTH FAIR 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. FORUM AND Q&A 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. MODERATOR Dr. John Wright, President & CEO, The Scarborough Hospital TOPICS & SPEAKERS Having the Conversation: Understanding Depression and Anxiety – Dr. Karen Shin, TSH Psychiatrist Who Should I Call for Help? Navigating the Mental Health System – Faiza Khalid-Khan and Jeanine Tuitt, TSH Social Workers Myths and Facts: Psychosis and Substance Abuse – Dr. Thomas Choy, TSH Psychiatrist and Roberto Mazzei, TSH Social Worker Dementia: A Few Key Points to Remember – Dr. Stephen Barsky, TSH Chief of Psychiatry and Shefali Raja, TSH Occupational Therapist Town Hall Update – Stephen Smith, Vice Chair, The Scarborough Hospital Board of Directors 3050 Lawrence Avenue East