Outsideplay.org
Helping parents, caregivers, and educators gain the confidence and skills to support children's outdoor play.
Helping parents, caregivers, and educators gain the confidence and skills to support children's outdoor play.
Multi-language resource
Self-harm is a way some teens express or manage intense feelings, not necessarily a desire to end their life. It’s natural to feel shocked, confused, guilty or angry when you find out that your child is self-harming.
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Disordered eating sits on a spectrum between normal eating and an eating disorder and may include symptoms and behaviours of eating disorders, but at a lesser frequency or lower level of severity. Disordered eating may include restrictive eating, compulsive eating, or irregular or inflexible eating patterns.
A list of substance use resources, services, and information on navigating the substance use system of care, for family members and caregivers of individuals with substance use challenges or disorders.
FamilySmart helps children and young people by helping their families and other caring adults. We know children and young people do better when the adults who care about them are supported. FamilySmart offers Family Peer Support, Monthly Events, Resources and Workshops to support the mental health of children, youth and families.
The Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada website has information and resources, along with links to community support on their website.
This episode transcript from the Kelty Centre's Where You Are podcast, Mary, mother of 3, and Dr. Ashley Miller discuss specific strategies you can start using right away to support your child.
The Confident Parents: Thriving Kids programs helps BC parents and caregivers support their children aged 3-12 to manage either anxiety or behaviour challenges, through phone-based coaching.
An eight module series that covers practical tools and strategies for educators of children with ADHD. This series has been adapted from the long standing program at BC Children’s, and includes what research show really works for kids and school communities living with ADHD.
Practical information for parents/caregivers of children with ADHD, including school and learning, positive parenting, friendships and activities, and more.
The Gift of Being Different, a short documentary, follows Grant Bruno as he navigates the world of autism with his child. Through the film we learn his community views autism as a gift.
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.