(WINNIPEG) – Anne Mulders Papadopoulos, Winnipeg Humane Society Pet Loss Support Counsellor, was honoured by the Canadian Mental Health Association for her significant contribution to the mental health field through volunteer efforts.
The Heroes of Mental Health Award was presented to Anne at a luncheon last Friday at the Manitoba Club. She was recognized as a volunteer who has made a significant contribution to the mental health field.
“Volunteering through The WHS provides me with the opportunity to help people through one of life's most difficult experiences,” said Papadopoulos, “It is an honour to be able to share this journey and I am humbly grateful.”
For the past three years, Anne has been instrumental in the daily operation of The WHS’s pet loss support services including monitoring a pet loss support hotline, leading pet loss support group sessions and implementing an annual candlelight pet vigil.
In total, 18 other individuals and organizations were awarded under a series of seven categories.
