While COVID-19 has become a familiar topic in many households, it can still be hard to know how to talk to your child about COVID-19, and how to best support your child's mental health and wellness as we all continue to navigate disrupted routines and changes to home, school, and work life.

Explore this section for tips for supporting your child, family, and yourself during this challenging time. 

Q: Looking for general information about COVID-19, testing, and vaccination?

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Here are some key links below:

 

Parenting During COVID-19: Key Topics for Parents

Talking to your Child about COVID-19

Talking to your Child about COVID-19

Talking to your child about the ongoing pandemic, the COVID-19 vaccine and the idea of what the future might look like can be hard - how much should...

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Supporting your Child during COVID-19  

Supporting your Child during COVID-19  

There are many things you can do to support your child during the COVID-19 pandemic. Below are some general tips on supporting your child, strategies...

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Taking Care of Yourself during COVID-19

Taking Care of Yourself during COVID-19

Taking care of yourself is especially important during this difficult time, when stress might be higher than usual for both you and your children. By...

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Need urgent help?

If you, your child, or someone you care about is having a mental health or substance use crisis:

  • Call 911 or go to your local hospital’s emergency room if you are in need of immediate help
  • Call 1-800- SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) anytime if you are concerned about someone who may be considering suicide

These are a few examples of situations when you should seek immediate help:

  • The child or youth is thinking about or trying to end their life
  • The child or youth is experiencing sensations that aren’t real and/or beliefs that can’t possibly be true
  • The child or youth is unable to care for themselves, and it’s putting them at risk of serious harm
  • The child or youth is experiencing an alcohol or drug overdose
  • The child or youth is taking a dangerous combination of substances (like medications and alcohol)

For non-urgent support options, explore our Ask Kelty Mental Health tool. You’ll find answers to common questions families have about accessing mental health supports and services in BC for their child or youth.