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PRESS RELEASE: Mind HK partners with local workshops for Stress Awareness Month

15/04/2019
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Encourage Hong Kong people to look after wellbeing by dealing with pressure

Hong Kong – 10 April 2019 – We have all experienced stressful moments and being under pressure is a normal part of life. Yet, when stress gets overwhelming it can lead to mental health problems. This April, Mind HK is working with different local workshops in an in kind promotion partnership for Stress Awareness Month. Through these creative outlets, Mind HK hopes participants can take a moment to relax, prioritise their wellbeing and figure out how to best manage their stress.

Stress Awareness Month has been held every April since 1992 to increase public awareness about the cause and treatments of stress in modern life. This is especially relevant for Hong Kong, a city with one of the longest average working hours globally (50 hours per week) and over 70% of Hong Kong adults reporting their job to be a major stress trigger.

Mind HK, a non-profit organisation committed to improving awareness and mental health in Hong Kong, would like to encourage the general public to look after their wellbeing by joining different kinds of classes and workshops to help alieve everyday pressures.

Mind HK’s Stress Awareness Month Partners 2019:

Workshop Description Registration details

HIUCHI

Ceramic candle holder workshop

 

 

Learn how to use different techniques to make ceramic candle holders using the perforation technique. A diverse selection of colour is provided for making the marbled antlers to personalise the candle holder.

 

Time: 21 Apr (Sun) 13:00 – 16:30

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 780 per person, includes expenses for all materials

 

Grace: 6432 9366

(WhatsApp)

Make your day

Dried flower candle workshop

 

 

An introduction to two common raw materials used in dried flower candle making as well as pressed flower art. Each participant will make one dried flower candle in 3.5 hours.

 

Time: 1 – 30 April

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 480 for one product

 

Phone: 6102 2477

Email: [email protected]

The Mixing Bowl

Earl Grey tea sponge cake Workshop

 

Learn how to bake and decorate a cake from scratch. Bake a three-layer of earl grey-flavoured sponge cake, make an Italian meringue butter cream, then assemble the cake layer by layer. With the instructor, participants will experience an enjoyable, stress-free evening and go home with a beautiful-looking cake.

 

Time: 25 April 19:00

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 1,000 per person

Phone: 2524 0001

Online registration: https://bit.ly/2WzlUfa

Kanvas HK

Wheel Throwing Pottery Workshop

 

Use the wheel throwing method to create a ceramic piece. Students will complete all trimming and glazing in 3 separate lessons. Each piece is permanently preserved using high temperature firing. Cost includes materials, use of tools, firing and instructor fee.

 

Time: 1 – 30 April

Duration: 2 hours per class

Workshop fee: HKD 780 / 3 classes

 

 

 

*Participants are required to register in pairs

 

Kanvas: 6288 7582 (WhatsApp)

Shabibi Sheep Workshop

Marbling Concrete X Brass X Sterling Silver Jewellery

 

 

Day 1: Learn basic knowledge about concrete and how to work with concrete mixture to create marble patterns.

Day 2: Unmould the concrete beads and work on sanding. Participants will make their own design using brass parts provided and finish off with the sterling silver chain and clip.

 

Time: Weekdays/non-public holiday, starting from 1-6:30pm; Weekend/public holiday: 12-2pm or 6-8pm

Duration: 2 hours per class

Workshop fee: HKD 490-620 / 2-days

 

Vincent: 95433689

Email: shabibi.sheep.workshop @gmail.com


About Mind Hong Kong

Mind Hong Kong is an initiative formed out of the Patient Care Foundation. It is committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They provide online support and interventions, based on global best practices to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and to equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research Mind Hong Kong are leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Media Contacts:
For information or interviews, please contact Sinclair
Kelly Chan        |  [email protected]      |  (852) 6825 4496
Annabel Lee      |  [email protected] |  (852) 9829 1206

Download the full press release here: 2019-04-10 Press Note – Mind HK x local workshops for Stress Awareness Month 2019 (EN)

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What is iACT Service?

Improving Access to Community Therapies (iACT®) is one of the services from Mind HK. Trained Wellbeing Practitioners will offer initial assessment and early intervention for people dealing with mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional difficulties.

 

The service includes 6-8 sessions of low-intensity psychological support, the flexibility of the service allows individuals to receive free and timely support when needed.

If you’re aged between 18 – 65 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggle.

 

If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.

The service runs for about 3 months and includes 6-8 support sessions, tailored to your needs.

 

We encourage you to attend all sessions and actively practice the tips and exercises provided by your Wellbeing Practitioner.

We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.

 

We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.

This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.

 

If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.

Most of our Wellbeing Practitioners have backgrounds in psychology or counselling and are passionate about mental health. They’ve gone through about 140 hours of intensive training and completed at least 120 hours of supervised clinical practice over 9 months to ensure the quality of service.

 

They’re trained by accredited local experts in the mental health field, including clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists. Plus, we regularly check how effective our services are. All service outputs and performances are subject to consistent monitoring.

Who is suitable for participating in this programme?

This programme welcomes anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who may be feeling lost or facing emotional difficulties. Please note that this programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.

This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions, but suitable for those who experience mild to severe moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, or other emotional challenges. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation, either via video or phone call, according to your preference. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.

Although the intervention procedure is mostly standardised, Wellbeing Practitioners will work flexibly with clients to address individual presenting problems and unique characteristics.

Our Wellbeing Practitioners are trained to support people who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties primarily. This programme is not suitable for the situations mentioned above. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.

Your conversations with the Wellbeing Practitioner are absolutely confidential. Any information about you will not be shared with anyone without your consent unless you or others are at immediate risk or the Wellbeing Practitioner has reason to believe that you may be in imminent danger.
Supervisors will monitor trainees’ development throughout the placement to ensure that they are meeting the required level of competency to pass the training course at the end of the placement.

Yes, it is necessary to book an appointment in advance by filling out the form. Additionally, you can select one of the five stores yourself. We will allocate clients to different Wellbeing Practitioners based on their chosen location.

Before having the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.

For adults who are suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.

What private training does Mind HK provide?

Mind HK provides 4 themes of mental health training, including: Supporting Self, Supporting Others, Family Wellbeing and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).

 

Check out the brochure here for more information.

Mind HK provides a wide range of standardised mental health training, which can be tailored to different circumstances. Chat with our team to explore more! 

Our trainers come from a diverse, accredited pool of clinically experienced professionals. Check out our trainers’ biographies here.

Yes, the Mental Health First Aid class of Mind HK is internationally accredited by the MHFA International. The content and certification is delivered by trainers certified from the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. You can find out our trainers accreditation here.

We are here to support your mental health education journey! Reach out to us and chat with our team.

PRESS RELEASE: Mind HK partners with local workshops for Stress Awareness Month

Encourage Hong Kong people to look after wellbeing by dealing with pressure

Hong Kong – 10 April 2019 – We have all experienced stressful moments and being under pressure is a normal part of life. Yet, when stress gets overwhelming it can lead to mental health problems. This April, Mind HK is working with different local workshops in an in kind promotion partnership for Stress Awareness Month. Through these creative outlets, Mind HK hopes participants can take a moment to relax, prioritise their wellbeing and figure out how to best manage their stress.

Stress Awareness Month has been held every April since 1992 to increase public awareness about the cause and treatments of stress in modern life. This is especially relevant for Hong Kong, a city with one of the longest average working hours globally (50 hours per week) and over 70% of Hong Kong adults reporting their job to be a major stress trigger.

Mind HK, a non-profit organisation committed to improving awareness and mental health in Hong Kong, would like to encourage the general public to look after their wellbeing by joining different kinds of classes and workshops to help alieve everyday pressures.

Mind HK’s Stress Awareness Month Partners 2019:

Workshop Description Registration details

HIUCHI

Ceramic candle holder workshop

 

 

Learn how to use different techniques to make ceramic candle holders using the perforation technique. A diverse selection of colour is provided for making the marbled antlers to personalise the candle holder.

 

Time: 21 Apr (Sun) 13:00 – 16:30

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 780 per person, includes expenses for all materials

 

Grace: 6432 9366

(WhatsApp)

Make your day

Dried flower candle workshop

 

 

An introduction to two common raw materials used in dried flower candle making as well as pressed flower art. Each participant will make one dried flower candle in 3.5 hours.

 

Time: 1 – 30 April

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 480 for one product

 

Phone: 6102 2477

Email: [email protected]

The Mixing Bowl

Earl Grey tea sponge cake Workshop

 

Learn how to bake and decorate a cake from scratch. Bake a three-layer of earl grey-flavoured sponge cake, make an Italian meringue butter cream, then assemble the cake layer by layer. With the instructor, participants will experience an enjoyable, stress-free evening and go home with a beautiful-looking cake.

 

Time: 25 April 19:00

Duration: 3.5 hours

Workshop fee: HKD 1,000 per person

Phone: 2524 0001

Online registration: https://bit.ly/2WzlUfa

Kanvas HK

Wheel Throwing Pottery Workshop

 

Use the wheel throwing method to create a ceramic piece. Students will complete all trimming and glazing in 3 separate lessons. Each piece is permanently preserved using high temperature firing. Cost includes materials, use of tools, firing and instructor fee.

 

Time: 1 – 30 April

Duration: 2 hours per class

Workshop fee: HKD 780 / 3 classes

 

 

 

*Participants are required to register in pairs

 

Kanvas: 6288 7582 (WhatsApp)

Shabibi Sheep Workshop

Marbling Concrete X Brass X Sterling Silver Jewellery

 

 

Day 1: Learn basic knowledge about concrete and how to work with concrete mixture to create marble patterns.

Day 2: Unmould the concrete beads and work on sanding. Participants will make their own design using brass parts provided and finish off with the sterling silver chain and clip.

 

Time: Weekdays/non-public holiday, starting from 1-6:30pm; Weekend/public holiday: 12-2pm or 6-8pm

Duration: 2 hours per class

Workshop fee: HKD 490-620 / 2-days

 

Vincent: 95433689

Email: shabibi.sheep.workshop @gmail.com


About Mind Hong Kong

Mind Hong Kong is an initiative formed out of the Patient Care Foundation. It is committed to improving awareness and understanding of mental health in Hong Kong. They provide online support and interventions, based on global best practices to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem and to equip them with the resources they need. Through collaborative research Mind Hong Kong are leading the way in understanding mental health problems in the city and providing its population with the right support and resources.

 

Media Contacts:
For information or interviews, please contact Sinclair
Kelly Chan        |  [email protected]      |  (852) 6825 4496
Annabel Lee      |  [email protected] |  (852) 9829 1206

Download the full press release here: 2019-04-10 Press Note - Mind HK x local workshops for Stress Awareness Month 2019 (EN)