For more information:
Contact Stephanie Mitton
Phone: 780-452-4661
Email: smitton@schizophrenia.ab.ca
See our Online Program Guide for technical details.
Learn ways to better support your loved one and yourself from experts in the field of schizophrenia.
Our online educational speakers forum provides SSA family members and caregivers with the opportunity to hear doctors and other experts speak on important topics related to schizophrenia.
Because the program is run online with the presenter on live video chat, you can attend from wherever you are as long as you have an internet connection.
Questions will be taken throughout the forum. You can participate through instant messaging, via microphone, or with full video chat. You're free to choose whatever format feels most comfortable to you.
**Please note that these programs are not recorded to maintain confidentiality for participants. **
Mobile Response Team (MRT) Calgary Zone
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 6:00pm
Session Description:
The Mobile Response Team (MRT) operates Recovery Alberta's mental health crisis triage for the Calgary Zone. MRT offers urgent mental health support, and / or consultation in crisis situations. MRT services include: crisis prevention and intervention, information regarding resources and support, interprofessional consultation, education regarding mental health topics and issues, guidance in the process for obtaining a Form 8 Warrant under the Mental Health Act, and critical incident response and Psychological First Aid (PFA).
Speakers: Shelby Bragagnolo and Amy Speers
Shelby Bragagnolo BSW, RSW: I am a social worker with eight years of experience working in mental health, including the past four years with the MRT team. I am passionate about crisis intervention and supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges. My approach focuses on empowering clients by helping them recognize and build upon their existing strengths, skills, and coping tools to navigate difficult situations and achieve their goals. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking and spending time in nature with my dog, which helps me stay grounded and maintain balance.
Amy Lee Speers RN, BN: I am a born and raised Calgarian who completed my Bachelor of Nursing degree at Mount Royal University in 2020. I have been with the Mobile Response Team (MRT) for 2.5 years. As a Registered Nurse, mental health has always been a particular area of interest for me because it requires you to build trusting relationships while supporting people and their families in vulnerable situations. I appreciate the diversity in scenarios we work with as a crisis team, as crisis has a different meaning for everyone. As I enjoy my career, it is also important to prioritize my own mental health so that I can show up in my role as best as I can! When I am not at work, I love being outside in any way I can. I enjoy skiing, mountain biking, and camping. I have fun cooking and baking for both my health and my soul as well as singing and painting. Hanging out with my family at least once a week is always my goal. Everyone has a unique walk of life, and having the privilege to work for MRT allows me the opportunity to offer a hand to hold for those who need it!
