Beyond the Blues Education and Screening day

What happens at these events?

At an education and screening site, you can take part in fun and engaging activities to learn more about mood and anxiety problems, effective treatments, supports and self-care. You can then fill out short self-tests on well-being, depression, anxiety and risky drinking, talk privately with a clinician about next steps, and find out about resources and supports in your community.

The events are free, anonymous, confidential and walk-in. Most sites also host presentations, videos or games, and/or health fairs. Anyone is welcome to attend—whether you want to fill out a self-test or not. If you do choose to a screening, they are completely free and totally anonymous.

After you've filled out the screening self-tests and you're waiting for your number to be called for a debrief interview, the event will offer you other ways to learn more: an educational video, a presentation, resource tables, games, and volunteers and staff willing to answer your questions.