This resource is designed to help parents, guardians and caregivers of school-age children and youth learn more about common language and concepts on mental health and substance use.
Children and youth grieve differently than adults but there are things you can do to help. Check out these resources for other ways to support your child through grief and loss.
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Offers fact sheets, survey data, and reports related to the health of BC youth. Includes the BC Adolescent Health Survey, with provincial results on youth mental health.
A collection of video resources for students and families to support conversations around mental health, including stress and anxiety.
Crisis intervention trained phone operators assist those in crisis 24hrs a day. KUU-US provides crisis services to all Aboriginal people across BC.
Join FamilySmart for a conversation with Senior Associates, Youth Substance Use Health Promotion, a Youth Addiction Counsellor and Parents to talk about the basics of substance use; from pre-experimentation to casual using.
The Zones of Regulation is a curriculum geared toward helping students gain skills in consciously regulating their actions, which in turn leads to increased control and problem solving abilities. For developmental ages 8+.
WAY Anxiety is an online course and collection of resources designed for Indigenous youth and families to provide practical, culturally safe ways of caring for youth with mild to moderate anxiety.
On UnlockFood.ca you’ll find information on nutrition, food and healthy eating as well as recipes, videos and interactive healthy eating tools. The content is written and reviewed by dietitians. There is also information about contacting a dietitian in BC.
This process of anticipatory grief is normal, but it can also be confusing and painful. Life is change, and change is hard. This book will help see you through.
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.