A guide by Vancouver Coastal Health intended to help parents and caregivers talk to and support their children when a loved one is diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, focusing on ways to talk to children about their loved one’s sickness and help children express their feelings in age-appropriate ways.
Helping Children and Teens During Difficult Times
View PDFThrough real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness, navigating important topics to meet you where you are in your journey.
Call 911 or go to your local hospital’s emergency room if you or anyone else’s safety is at risk and immediate help is needed.
If you or someone you know is thinking about ending their own life, or needs someone to talk to about suicidal thoughts or ideas:
For mental health or substance use crisis support:
For commonly asked questions about supports and services in BC, explore our Ask Kelty Mental Health tool.