myHBA
myHBA is a student-led, peer support network for HBA students throughout their years at Ivey, with a specific focus on mental health. myHBA is committed to starting the conversation about mental health, providing students with the support they need, and strengthening interpersonal and self-resiliency. myHBA offers in-person peer-to-peer support sessions, workshops, year-round wellness events and connects students to resources.
What is myHBA?
Welcome to myHBA: the HBAA's mental health and wellness support system. We're here to uplift HBA students through their years at Ivey. With a focus on mental, physical, and spiritual wellness, myHBA offers in-person peer-to-peer support, a confidential email address, and several health and wellness events throughout the year to help you find your balance.
myHBA is here to support your well-being. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, please remember that you have options. If this is a crisis situation, please immediately contact: London Mental Health Crisis Service, confidential 24/7 crisis line
Peer-to-Peer Support
Need an ear? Need a hand? Reach out to myHBA in-person peer-to-peer support.
The myHBA team offers convenient office hours every Thursday from 1-2pm in room 1330, by appointment. Members of the myHBA team will be available to offer one-on-one support and guidance to students who are experiencing any type of stress. The team is made up of trained HBA2 and HBA3 students who are open to sharing their own experiences, and are knowledgeable about the various support resources offered by Western, Ivey, and the London community. Members of the myHBA team can also provide additional support outside of drop-in hours.
Whether you are going through a stressful time or just want someone to talk to, please drop by. You are never alone.
Resources
Mental Health
London Mental Health Crisis Service, 24/7 Crisis Line
- (519) 433 – 2023
- The London Distress Centre’s Crisis Line provides confidential, short-term telephone support from highly trained and caring volunteers.
Sexual Assault Centre Crisis Line
- (519) 438 – 2272 / 1-877-529-2272
- Services for survivors of sexual violence in London and Middlesex County, with a commitment to an anti-oppressive, anti-racist feminist perspective.
Mental Health & Addictions Crisis Centre, 24/7
- https://cmhatv.ca/
- (519) 434 – 9191, 648 Huron Street, London, ON
- Crisis services including suicide, severe mental illness symptoms, emotional trauma, or substance withdrawal.
The Support Line, 24/7
- (519) 601 – 8055 / 1-844-360-8055
- Confidential supportive and therapeutic listening line and community resource information.
Reach Out (Crisis response service), 24/7
- (519) 433 – 2023 / 1-866-933-2023
- Confidential supportive listening and community resource information.
Good2Talk, 24/7
- Good2Talk
- 1-866-925-5454 / Text GOOD2TALKON to 68686
- Specifically for post-secondary students in Ontario, Good2Talk is a confidential and anonymous helpline providing professional counselling, information, and referrals for mental health, addictions, and well-being.
Student Health and Wellness at Western (including mental health support)
- (519) 661-3030
- Thames Hall, room 2170
- https://uwo.ca/health/psych/
- A link to the variety of mental health support resources available through Western University.
Western’s Student Health Services offers counselling services. Their individual counselling services are provided by a team of psychiatrists, physician psychotherapists, and social workers.
FEMAP (First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program)
- Program Details
- Who We Are | LHSC
- (519) 646-6000 ext. 65178
- 860 Richmond Street, London ON
- FEMAP is a research program related to youth ages 16-25 who have mood and/or anxiety concerns. Their focus is research on a novel health care delivery model. Self-referrals are welcome, so give them a call if you are interested in learning more and accessing support.
Hope’s Eating Disorder Support
- Toronto: 416-340-4156
- Toll Free: 1-866-633-4220
- HOME (hopeseds.org)
Resources from Ivey:
- Ivey Resources available on learn
Western Support Systems (Student Services Building is located BEHIND UCC):
USC Purple Care
- https://www.mystudentplan.ca/purplecare/en/mywellnes
For students who have opted-in to USC PurpleCARE, Western provides access to Mental Health Assessments, Online Counselling, KOFE Financial Wellness and additional services
Canadian Mental Health Association: Mental Health
- Canadian Mental Health Association – National l A Mental Health Charity (cmha.ca)
- 1-833-456-4566 toll free (In QC: 1-866-277-3553), 24/7 or visit talksuicide.ca.
U of T Course: Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19 (via Coursera)
- Course Link
- Free online course (2 hours), beginner level resources and information on managing your own mental health.
Physical Health
London Distress Centre, 24/7 Crisis Line
- (519) 433 – 2023 / 1-866-963-2023
- The London Distress Centre’s Crisis Line provides confidential, short-term telephone support from highly trained and caring volunteers.
Student Emergency Response Team (SERT), 24/7
- (519) 661 – 2111, ext. 84824
- SERT is a student-run organisation providing emergency medical responses to 9-1-1 calls on Main, Brescia, and Huron Campuses.
Western Campus Recreation
- (519) 661 – 3090
- Western Campus Recreation offers students a wide range of programs and activities geared to all levels and abilities, along with personal training to help achieve your fitness goals.
London Food Bank
- (519) 659 – 4045
- London Food Bank
- The London Food Bank provides food items (3 day supply) about once a month for low-income persons unable to provide for themselves.
National Eating Disorder Information Centre
- https://nedic.ca/
- Phone (1-866-NEDIC-20 and 416-340-4156), email (nedic@uhn.ca), and live chat services are available (in EST):
- 9am – 9pm Monday – Thursday
- 9am – 5pm on Friday
- 12 – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday
Western Nutrition Information Services
- Welcome – Nutrition Information Services at Western University. Hospitality Services at Western University. Division of Housing and Ancillary Services (uwo.ca)
- Hospitality Services at Western provide complementary nutrition services to all students.
All Recipes Canada
- Canadian Recipes (allrecipes.com)
- All Recipes Canada offers advice, tips, and instructions on cooking a variety of meals to meet your tastes and dietary needs.
Spiritual Health
London Distress Centre, 24/7 Crisis Line
- (519) 433 – 2023 / 1-866-963-2023
- The London Distress Centre’s Crisis Line provides confidential, short-term telephone support from highly trained and caring volunteers.
Places of Worship
- Cultural and Religious Communities in London, Ontario | Immigration
- Immigration London offers support in locating a place of worship to match your belief system.
Equity & Human Rights Services (EHS)
- About Us – Human Rights Office – Western University (uwo.ca)
- (519) 661 – 3334
- EHS provides information on Western University’s discrimination and harassment policies, employment equity, diversity, and other human rights related issues.
LGBTQ+ Youthline
- 1 – 800 – 268 – 9688
- Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line
- LGBTQ+ Youthline offers confidential support services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, and queer youth. Support is available through text, phone and live chat.
Spiritual Wellness at Western
- Spiritual Wellness – – Western University (uwo.ca)
- Spiritual Wellness at Western provides resources on and around Western campus in regards to values, ethics, religious faith, beliefs, and morals.
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