British Columbia Schizophrenia Society

This resource may be useful to people who would like to understand the rules and procedures in place in BC around mental illness, police involvement, involuntary treatment, etc…

1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month, 7-9 pm @ 2420 Montrose Ave, Abbotsford. Info: Christine 604-854-9404

This series of audio recordings give basic information on 5 major mental illnesses (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety and OCD), in three first nations languages - Carrier, Tsilhqot’in and Shuswap.

Third Monday of the month, 7:00 to 8:30 pm @ St. Mark’s Church 1805 Larch St. (2nd & Larch) Upstairs in the Boardroom. Information: Almas: 604-267-1472 OR 604-873-0103 mdabc@telus.net

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Do you have a relative or friend with a serious mental illness? Strengthening Families Together is a 10-session group for families and friends, which provides information, skill-building, and support.

Information for persons with mood disorders on psychosis symptoms that sometimes happen.

This document provides basic information on several types of mental illness including schizophrenia, mood disorders, panic disorders and addictions.

This booklet was published due to requests from family members who have a spouse ill with schizophrenia, for information specific to their needs. (click on the link above to view)