Taking a moment to slow your breathing can help to manage anxiety and calm feelings of stress. This guided breathing video helps you to observe and slow your breath.
A non-profit, free, and confidential service that connects the public to grief support services in BC, including suicide grief support and loss due to substance use. Services include bereavement support groups, a toll-free grief and loss helpline, and community events.
Webinar recording for Part 2: Trailblazing Indigenous Pathways Through Social & Emotional Wellness. To see the accompanying webinar recording, click here (May 19, 2022).
A list of programs and supports for positive mental health, substance use, healthy living and school connectedness.
A video series that shows effective strategies that can be used across home and school settings to better support students in developing the skills needed for social, emotional and behavioural well-being and thriving.
This decision aid has been designed to help you decide whether to have your child take medicine.
Professional Learning Powerpoint: This session focused on using the data from the Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI) and putting data into action.
Your trusted source to find development, rehabilitation and support information and resources for children and youth with neurodiversity and/or disability in BC.
Starting a conversation about mental health with your child can feel overwhelming, but it's one of the most important things you can do. Check out these resources to help you get the conversation started.
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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.