Musical journey around the world to raise funds for CHS Helpline
On Friday September 11, Plentiful Productions presents an evening of music from around the world at St. Anthony’s Parish Church in Kraainem. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert starts at 8 pm. All proceeds go to Serve the City and to the CHS Helpline, two organisations working to support Brussels’ international community in […]
CHS appoints two new Helpline supervisors as demand for support continues to grow
Community Help Service (CHS) is delighted to welcome two new supervisors to its 24/7 Helpline. Mónica Pombo, a licensed psychotherapist with more than 25 years’ experience in trauma, crisis intervention and mental health services in the United States, joins alongside Rita Villamar, a licensed clinical psychologist specialising in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, adults, and families. The […]
Darkness into Light 2026 secures a year of support for CHS Helpline
photo credit: @miguelangel.vilar Darkness into Light Belgium 2026 has raised €43,212 for the Community Help Service (CHS) Helpline, enough to cover almost all of the 24/7 service’s operating costs for a year. The funds were raised through a campaign that culminated on May 9 with pre-dawn walks in Brussels, Ghent, and Tervuren. Hundreds of participants […]
CHS Helpline sees demand surge by a third in first half of 2026
The CHS Helpline saw a dramatic increase in demand during the first six months of 2026, with call volumes reaching record levels. The figures highlight the growing need for accessible emotional and mental health support in Belgium, particularly for people who need a compassionate listening ear during difficult times. Between January and June 2026, the […]