The videos and resources here were created in collaboration with B.C. experts and families with lived experience. They aim to increase awareness about neurodiversity and mental health by exploring the different ways in which children and youth who are neurodivergent can experience mental health challenges.
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Peer support groups for children (ages 8-12) who play a caring role for a sibling with a chronic health conditions and/or disabilities. Groups are free and online on a monthly basis.
ProtectKidsOnline.ca is here to help parents/guardians stay on top of the digital world their children are engaging in.
Government resource providing information on autism assessment, funding programs, and resources for parents & service providers.
A comprehensive resource for parents and caregivers that provides the knowledge, expert guidance and confidence to ensure that their children with ADHD get the care they deserve.
A collection of mindful self-compassion practices. This includes meditations, as well as handouts like Self-Compassion in Daily Life.
Allows you to search for resources in your area that can support you through whatever's going on in your life. Examples of resources are counselling and mental health, sexual health and housing help.
An overview of new resources developed by the Kelty Centre for parents/caregivers in the 2022 year.
A worksheet to work through problem solving with children.
How can parents and caregivers take care of ourselves amidst full schedules and busy days?
ERASE is all about building safe and caring school communities. This includes empowering students, parents, educators and the community to get help with challenges, report concerns to schools, and learn about complex issues facing students.
Through 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.