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Dealing with Family Farm Stress – A One Day Course on Mental Health

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Dealing with Family Farm Stress – A One Day Course on Mental Health

Time: March 4, 2019 from 9:15am to 4:15pm
Location: Grey Ag Services, Lower level of Grey Gables, rear entrance
Street: 206 Toronto Street South
City/Town: Markdale
Website or Map: http://www.greyagservices.ca
Phone: 5199863756
Event Type: day, course
Organized By: Grey Ag Services
Latest Activity: Jan 21, 2019

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Event Description

From unpredictable weather to heavy debt loads to working with family members, farming is stressful. This course will cover the role stress plays on the family farm and its impact on farmer mental health. During the day you’ll hear local farmers tell their mental health story, learn ways to deal with farm related stress, and find out about local resources you can turn to for support. Farmers of all ages are welcome, including teenagers. Sponsored By: Steacy Den Haan, Sales Rep. Royal LePage RCR Realty.

 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - see attached course poster or www.greyagservices.ca

$25.00 per person Hot Lunch Provided

Pre-Register By: Wed. Feb. 27th, 2019

 

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