CRCC Receives $20,000 Grant From Bell Let's Talk For Therapy For Trauma Survivors

The Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund has given a grant of $20,000 to The Community Counselling and Resource Centre (CCRC) to provide therapy for trauma survivors.

Photo courtesy of the CCRC.

Types of therapy used for treatment include the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) to help people cope with a variety of psychological issues, particularly Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related symptoms. Developed in the late 1980s, EMDR has been used effectively to help those impacted by distressing symptoms of PTSD.

“CCRC sees a lot of clients presenting with symptoms of PTSD, many of whom have no other option for professional counselling services,” said Kirsten Armbrust, CCRC executive director. “Support from the Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund allows us to see these clients sooner, getting them the help they need quickly.”

“Bell Let’s Talk is pleased to provide a $20,000 Community Fund grant to CCRC to support people in Peterborough suffering from trauma,” said Mary Deacon, Chair of Bell Let’s Talk. “The Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund supports organizations that are working to create positive change to improve access to mental health care, supports and services for more Canadians in communities around the country.”

Funding from this grant has allowed the CCRC to reallocate our EMDR trained counsellors to those who would most benefit from EMDR treatment.

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17th Jukebox Mania Raises Over $44,000 For Community Counselling and Resource Centre

The music got the community generous as the 17th edition of Jukebox Mania raised over $44,000 for Community Counselling and Resource Centre (CCRC) announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of CCRC.

The event was held last Friday at The Venue. The $44,000 raise was grossed with a net revenue of just under $25,000. The money supports CCRC programs and services.

This was the first in-person Jukebox Mania since 2019 and the first-ever hybrid experience. It had some teams playing in person, while others joined from locations as far as Kelowna, B.C.

“We were so thrilled to see so many people back in person this year,” said Kirsten Armbrust, CCRC Executive director. “Thank you to all of our sponsors, donors and participants for making JBM 2023 fabulous. We are looking forward to seeing you all again next year.”

We Drink Wine, a virtual community team took the top prize this year, followed closely by the Lyrical Labourers and The Wolf/Global/Fresh Radio rounded out our top three.

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100 Women Peterborough Raises Vital Funds For Community Counselling & Resource Centre

The 100 Women Peterborough group came together for their last virtual meeting of 2020 on Tuesday (December 15th) to raise funds for an organization in need.

Community Counselling and Resource Centre (CCRC) was chosen by majority vote to receive the funds, and 100 Women Peterborough is anticipating the total donation to be upwards of $5,000 based on feedback from the membership. 

During COVID-19, the Community Counselling and Resource Centre, like so many businesses and charities, quickly pivoted to ensure the safety of clients and staff. In March, the organization moved to providing services virtually while preparing to re-open for limited in-person appointments for those who need them. They now provide a blend of in-person and virtual supports and expect this to continue throughout the coming months.

Photo of 100 Women Peterborough Zoom meet courtesy 100 Women Peterborough

“No one expects to end up in a situation they can’t solve,” says Kirsten Armbrust, Executive Director of CCRC. “Job losses, trauma, grief, family or health problems can happen to anyone and sometimes you need help to navigate that. CCRC offers counselling for personal issues and also support around housing and personal finance to get through those difficult times and find a better way forward.”

“There have been many costs associated with providing safe, confidential services during COVID, both virtually and in-person,” says Armbrust. “These costs were not anticipated and while we have been lucky to have received some funding from other sources to off-set these in the short term, we have been concerned with the ongoing costs as the pandemic continues. The money from the 100 Women will go a long way in helping us continue to provide these services on an ongoing basis.”

Also presenting to the group on the call were Community Living and PRHC Foundation. “Many charities are unable to pursue their traditional fundraising efforts and campaigns because of COVID-19,” says Alyssa Stewart of 100 Women Peterborough. “It is so important for us to support them right now so that they can continue to support our community.” 

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