Did you know 35 percent of farmers meet the classifications for depression?
And 58 percent of famers meet the classification for anxiety?
These facts are taken from a new Mental Health Initiative put together by the Listowel Agricultural Society entitled “The Farmers Toolbox”.
Ag Society Director Stephanie Robertson says it’s purpose is to put a wide together a wide range resources of resources.
“Ok I’m struggling where can I find a list of resources. This is what the Farmers Toolbox is for. It has a list of local stuff as well as Province wide and beyond. Ok I’m in Listowel and I am struggling. These are the resources that would be most local to me and that I can take advantage of.”
Anyone who would like to use the Farmers Toolbox can visit it online at thefarmerstoolbox.com.
Participation is both anonymous and is open to anyone whether they are in agriculture or not.
