All Resources
Books
Let's play outdoors: Exploring nature for children
A book that encourages children to go and play outside and discover what nature has to offer.
Expected loss: Coping with anticipatory grief
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.
Binnie the baboon anxiety and stress activity book: A therapeutic story with creative and CBT activities to help children aged 5-10 who worry
A therapeutic story with creative activities and worksheets to support children ages 5-10 who experience challenges related to anxiety, worry, fears and stress.
Kelty's Webinars
School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges - Practical Strategies for School Professionals: Webinar Series
Webinar recordings, powerpoint slides, and companion documents for our School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges webinar series for both elementary and high school professionals (January 2021).
School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges - Practical Strategies for Parents & Caregivers: Webinar Series
Webinar recordings, powerpoint slides, and companion documents for our School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges webinar series for Parents & Caregivers (Nov. 2020).
Medication Sheets
Methylphenidate (Biphentin®)
Methylphenidate is a long-acting stimulant medication used to treat ADHD.
Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse®)
Lisdexamfetamine is a long-acting stimulant medication used to treat ADHD.
Dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine®, Dexedrine® Spansule)
Dextroamphetamine is a stimulant medication used to treat ADHD.
PDFs
Language Matters! An Introductory Guide for Understanding Mental Health and Substance Use: A Resource for Educators and School Communities
The guide is meant to help facilitate conversations, build common understandings, and support practice by defining and discussing key mental health and substance use terms and topics.
Delirium in the Intensive Care Unit: A Guide for Families and Caregivers (1-page Overview)
A 1-page overview for families and caregivers on understanding and exploring Delirium in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Delirium in the Intensive Care Unit: A Guide for Families and Caregivers (Full Version)
An extended guide for families and caregivers on understanding and exploring Delirium in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Podcasts and Audio
Re-Release (ICYMI) - Eating Disorders: How Parents Can Play an Active Role in Recovery
No Shortage of Questions: Helping Kids Cope with Big Life Changes
Support Service
The Compassionate Friends of Canada
A non-profit organization offering support and grief education to families who have experienced the death of a child. There is a listing of support groups in the BC Chapter.
BC Bereavement Helpline
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.
Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Line
Provides information and referral services for people needing help with any kind of substance use.
Videos
Talking About Eating Disorders: Tips for Parents & Caregivers
Multi-language resource
If you are worried that your child may have an eating disorder, it’s important to talk to them. Starting these conversations isn’t always easy, but your presence and willingness to listen without judgement make a huge difference.
How to Talk to Your Child About Cannabis
Multi-language resource
As your child grows, they may be exposed to cannabis. By having an open and curious conversation, you can help guide your child to make informed, safer decisions.
Supporting Your Child Through Grief and Loss
Multi-language resource
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.
Websites
Mental Health Literacy Curriculum
The Elementary Mental Health Literacy Resource is a classroom-ready resource designed to support multiple school environments, including in-person, online and hybrid instruction.
Child Development & Rehabilitation InfoSource
Your trusted source to find development, rehabilitation and support information and resources for children and youth with neurodiversity and/or disability in BC.
We Are Allies
We Are Allies was created to help adults learn how to support and care for the trans, Two-Spirit, and non-binary youth in their lives.
