This guide offers simple tips on what to expect, what to do and what to look out for to support your child in the wake of a traumatic event.
Provides resources in multiple languages to support culturally safe and competent mental health care for Canada's diverse population, with resources for patients, families, community organizations and health professionals.
Try the HEAR practice to help cultivate deeper listening skills: Halt, Enjoy, Ask, Reflect.
Families and their children talk about their experiences with somatic symptoms, including their confusion in the beginning, coming to an understanding of their symptoms, and their work in getting better.
A list of of mental health supports & resources for school communities in BC.
Information about what Heroin is, how long it lasts, how it makes you feel, if it is addictive and dangerous, and long term effects.
A webinar for parents, caregivers and families about understanding how depression shows up in teens and ways of journeying with them through it.
Through phone and web-based consultation, the Compass team supports community care providers with information, advice and resources they need to deliver appropriate and timely care to children and youth experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.
This book shows children how they can reduce their nightmares and night worries, and make night times feel safer and more relaxed.
Great meal ideas for your family including a handout for breakfast, lunch and snacks.
Transcript for Season 6 Episode 1
Handout developed in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health on mental health and mental health literacy .
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.