Mental Health Foundation

 


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If you are experiencing mental health or addiction issues, please see your general physician or call:

Alberta Health Services
Mental Health Help Line
1.877.303.2642

 

Distress Line (24 hours)
(780) 482-HELP (4357)


HealthLINK Alberta at 408 LINK

If you feel you are at immediate risk, please go to an emergency room.

 

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Mental Health Foundation - Board of Trustees

Our Board stands up and fights the stigma of mental health and addiction issues everyday. We’re beyond grateful, and we know you are too. Show your support when you meet them, they deserve it.



Lindsay Kelly, Board Chair

Lindsay Kelly

Board Chair

Lindsay Kelly brings 30 years experience in public and private sectors to her position as Board Chair of the Mental Health Foundation. She finds joy from family and volunteering.


Carla Madra

Board Treasurer

 



Norm Johnson

Norm Johnson

 

With 28 years as an optician, Norm has an insider’s understanding of healthcare service and business operations. He is dedicated to community service and his family and serves on the board of the Mental Health Foundation.

Dianne Young

Dianne Young

 

Dianne Young was President and CEO of the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and has helped not-for-profit groups raise more than $100 million in her career. She continues to support the community through many volunteer initiatives.

Krishna Balachandra

Dr. Krishna Balachandra

 

As an acute care adult psychiatrist, Krishna Balachandra is on the front lines. He is tirelessly committed to serving his patients as well as serving on the board of the Mental Health Foundation.

Louise Charach

Louise Charach

 

Serving on the board for the Mental Health Foundation is a natural fit for Louise. With more than 25 years experience working in the public sector at an executive level, Louise demonstrates her commitment to community with everything she does.

Dennis Cleaver

Dennis Cleaver

 

Dennis is an independent consultant who uses his senior executive and consulting experience to benefit his clients. His strengths are in the areas of executive leadership, governance, strategic and program planning, and facilitation.






Kerry Day, Q.C.

 

Kerry has over 25 years experience as a business lawyer serving executives and boards of directors of private and public corporations and government entities. Kerry is very involved with the community, and is very interested in mental health issue.




Brigitte McDonough, RN, MN

 

Brigitte has a strong background and education in healthcare and as a senior executive, is a skilled communicator, adaptable and highly organized. Brigitte has a comprehensive knowledge of the healthcare system and embraces a patient centered focus in her work.




Ben Horcica

 

Ben is a partner with Bryan and Company and practice areas include general corporate and commercial law, securities law and corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions and business and contract law. Very involved with the community, Ben has donated his time and expertise to organizations like the Support Network, Head Start, and The Business Link.




Krishna Gupta

 

Krishna Gupta currently serves as the Vice-President of a diversified organization with interests in residential and land development, commercial assets and real estate lending. Krishna has been the proprietor in developing the philanthropic division of her firm and feels that this initiative is very close to her heart. She has spearheaded many projects and has partnered with many non-profit organizations over the years .


 


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Edmonton, AB T5J 0K1
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