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Provides support, information and connections to patients and families throughout BC. They offer a library, bookstore, health information, internet, fax, email, and referrals. Families can borrow library material for free with an option to order and return material through the mail.
A companion document to the webinar “School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges: Practical Strategies for High School Professionals”.
Information and resources on stress management for parents and educators. You'll find tips and activities from programs like 'Kids Have Stress Too!'
A database of resources to support inclusive and accessible physical activity for all British Columbians. There are resources for leaders in physical activity as well as some resources for parents.
Dr. Ashley Miller, Psychiatrist from the BC Children’s Mental Health Program, discusses what depression is, strategies & tips for talking to youth and suggested resources.
Check out the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) School-Based Activities toolkit for a few ideas you can do at your school!
A toolkit designed to promote positive mental health perspectives and practices in the school context. The toolkit is meant to facilitate a shift in practice and set in motion a process for engaging school and community strengths in fostering the positive development of children and youth.
This handbook is to provide families with the information and resources they need to help their children move through the journey towards recovery and resilience. Looking for the somatization handbook for health professionals? Click here.
This webpage provides resources to help children and youth understand what will be happening to them during their visit to the hospital and during different procedures.This includes resources for children with anxiety, autism, and other mental health challenges.
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.
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.