Date: March 1st 2010

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Family Mental Health Resources

Welcome to this issue of professional resources, produced by the BC Schizophrenia Society, in partnership with HereToHelp. There is hope and help for families and we hope this newsletter will help you find support (see group listing at right) and information your family needs.

In this issue:

Ongoing BC-Wide Family Resources | Visions LGTB Mental Health Issue| Mental Health Research Matters (This event brings together the public and three prominent UBC researchers to discuss the latest directions and discoveries in mental health research. )| Research Studies/Programs looking for Participants

Ongoing BC-Wide Family Resources

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Resources and Information from BC Partners

The following are some recent news items and service offerings from the BC Partners member agencies and other sources on topics affecting family members and their loved ones with a mental illness.

e-Visions-LGBT lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender Vol. 6 | No. 2 | 2010

LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) people often face prejudice, discrimination and isolation. Now imagine the doubly stigmatizing effect of being LGBT and having a mental illness or substance use problem. These added stresses can lead, in part, to higher rates of mental health and substance use problems. But how do you talk about sexual orientation or gender with your service provider? What happens when your service provider says that your sexual orientation or gender identity are the cause of your mental health problems? Through the words of our passionate and courageous writers, learn how others found wellness and resilience through supportive and loving families, spirituality and knowledgeable service providers. Join us as we explore the relationships between sexual orientation, gender identity, mental health and substance use.

Online Table of Contents and PDFs: www.heretohelp.bc.ca/publications/visions

Background

Experiences and Perspectives

Alternatives and Approaches

Regional Programs

Glossary

Resources

Mental Health Research Matters - March 9
This event brings together the public and three prominent UBC researchers to discuss the latest directions and discoveries in mental health research. The topics discussed will include "What do Your Genes Mean for Your Mental Health?" by Dr. Austine, "Working with Depression" by Dr. Lam, and "Pathways to Mental Disorders and Addictions: The Role of Trauma and Neglect" by Dr. Schütz. The event will run from 7-9pm at the Chan Centre for Family Health Education at the Child & Family Research Institute, 938 West 28th Ave, Vancouver, BC. Cost: free. To register, email reseduc@cw.bc.ca or phone 604.875.2000 ext. 5397. The BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information will also be on‑site to provide information from seven leading provincial mental health and addictions agencies.


Research Studies/Projects looking for Participants

Looking to help researchers help understand mental illness? Would you like to be involved in helping researchers figure out what helps the most? Please see this link to the list of ongoing research studies looking for participants with a mental illness or their family members.

Acknowledgements

This resource is developed by the BC Schizophrenia Society. Funding for this project was provided by BC Mental Health and Addiction Services, an agency of PHSA.

The BC Schizophrenia Society is a member of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information.  The BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information are a group of seven leading provincial mental health and addictions nonprofit agencies.  The seven partners are Anxiety BC, BC Schizophrenia Society, Centre for Addictions Research of BC, Canadian Mental Health Association’s BC Division, F.O.R.C.E. Society for Kids Mental Health, Jessie’s Hope Society, and Mood Disorder’s Association of BC.  Since 2003, we've been working together to help individuals and families better prevent, recognize and manage mental health and substance use problems. BC Partners work is funded by BC Mental Health and Addiction Services, an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority. We also receive some additional support from the Ministry of Chi ldren and Family Development.  The BC Partners are behind the acclaimed HeretoHelp website.  Visit us at www.heretohelp.bc.ca.

UPCOMING FAMILY EVENTS

For more events, please visit the family calendar www.familyevents.bcss.org. View events sorted by location. Submit an event

Register Now

Vancouver - BCSS - Strengthening Families Together - Registration Now Open (12:00 pm)

Throughout BC - BCSS - Strengthening Families Together Courses Start Spring & Fall (all day)

Surrey/Delta/Langley/White Rock - Strengthening Families Together Course (2:00 pm)

Nanaimo - BCSS - Strengthening Families Together - Registration Open for April 7 Course (11:00 am)

Vanderhoof - BCSS - Strengthening Families Together Registration Open Now (8:00 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - The Role of Family Members in Recovery - Register Now (8:00 pm)

1 March:

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support - Mondays (2:00 pm)

Online Support Groups for Family / Supporters (all day)

Langley - BCSS - Family Support Group - 1st Mondays (7:00 pm)

Abbotsford - FORCE - Group for Parents of Children/Youth - 1st Mondays (7:00 pm)

2 March:

Summerland - BCSS - Family Support Tuesdays (10:00 am)

Chilliwack - BCSS - Caring and Sharing Family Support Group - 1st Tuesdays (7:30 pm)

3 March:

Chilliwack - FORCE - Parents of Children Group - 1st Wednesdays (6:30 pm)

Victoria - FORCE - Parents of Children Group - 1st Wednesdays (7:00 pm)

Delta - CHMA - Family Support Group - 1st & 3rd Weds. (7:30 pm)

4 March:

Prince George - BCSS - Family Support Group - 1st Thursdays (6:30 pm)

Tri-Cities - FORCE - Parents of Children Group - 1st Thursdays (6:30 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - Lighten Up Family Support & Education Series (6:30 pm)

Fraser Region - Family Focus Groups (6:30 pm)

Abbotsford - MDA - Mood Disorders Family Support Group - 1st and 3rd Thursdays (7:00 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - The Role of Family Members in Recovery - Register Now (8:00 pm)

5 March:

Fort St. John - BCSS - Breakfast Support Group - 1st Fridays (7:30 am)

8 March:

Burns Lake - BCSS - Mental Illness Awareness & Education Workshops (2:00 pm)

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support - Mondays (2:00 pm)

Kamloops - CMHA - Family Support Group - 2nd Mondays (6:00 pm)

Surrey/Delta/White Rock - BCSS - Family Support Group - 2nd Mondays (7:00 pm)

Coquitlam/TriCities - BCSS - Family Support Group - 2nd Mondays (7:30 pm)

Vanderhoof - BCSS - Strengthening Families Together Registration Open Now (8:00 pm)

9 March:

Summerland - BCSS - Family Support Tuesdays (10:00 am)

Fraser Lake - BCSS - Mental Illness Awareness & Education Workshops (2:00 pm)

Quesnel - BCSS - Family Support Group - 2nd Tuesdays (7:30 pm)

10 March:

Burns Lake Southside - BCSS - Family Outreach Support - 2nd Wednesday (9:00 am)

Smithers - BCSS - Caregivers Support Group - 2nd Wednesday of the month (2:00 pm)

Burns Lake Southside - BCSS - Mental Illness Awareness & Education Workshops (2:00 pm)

Ladner/Tsaw - MDA/CMHA - Mood Disorders Family Support Group - 2nd and 4th Wednesdays (7:00 pm)

Langley - FH - Family Support Group (7:00 pm)

11 March:

Nelson - BCSS - Family Support Group - 2nd Thursdays (7:00 pm)

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support Group - 2nd Thursdays (7:00 pm)

Victoria - BCSS - Family Support Group (7:00 pm)

15 March:

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support - Mondays (2:00 pm)

Fraser Lake - BCSS - Workshop on Depression (2:00 pm)

Powell River - BCSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Mondays (7:00 pm)

Vancouver - MDA - Mood Disorders Family Support Group - 3rd Mondays (7:00 pm)

16 March:

Summerland - BCSS - Family Support Tuesdays (10:00 am)

Vanderhoof - BCSS - Mental Illness Awareness & Education Workshops (11:00 am)

Williams Lake and Area - BCSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Tuesdays (6:00 pm)

Powell River - BCSS - Quarterly Branch Meeting (7:00 pm)

Campbell River - BCSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Tuesdays (7:00 pm)

Squamish - NSSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Tuesday of the month (7:30 pm)

Terrace - BCSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Tuesdays (7:30 pm)

17 March:

Fort St. John - BCSS - Evening Support Group - 3rd Wednesday (7:00 pm)

Vancouver - IMH/UBC - Frames of Mind Movie Series (7:00 pm)

West Vancouver - NSSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Wednesdays (7:30 pm)

Delta - CHMA - Family Support Group - 1st & 3rd Weds. (7:30 pm)

Burnaby/New West - BCSS - Kids in Control - Registration open for winter 2010 course start (8:00 pm)

18 March:

Surrey / Whiterock - BCSS - Family Support Group - 3rd Thursdays (1:30 pm)

Prince George - Strengthening Families Together (6:30 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - Lighten Up Family Support & Education Series (6:30 pm)

Abbotsford - MDA - Mood Disorders Family Support Group - 1st and 3rd Thursdays (7:00 pm)

Burnaby/New West - BCSS - Kids in Control - Registration open for winter 2010 course start (8:00 pm)

20 March:

Victoria - BCSS - Family EPI Group - 3rd Saturdays (11:30 am)

22 March:

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support - Mondays (2:00 pm)

Vancouver - BCSS - Family Support Group - 4th Mondays (6:30 pm)

23 March:

Summerland - BCSS - Family Support Tuesdays (10:00 am)

Vernon - BCSS - Family Support Group - 4th Tuesdays (evening) (7:00 pm)

24 March:

Ladner/Tsaw - MDA/CMHA - Mood Disorders Family Support Group - 2nd and 4th Wednesdays (7:00 pm)

Langley - FH - Family Support Group (7:00 pm)

25 March:

Smithers - Consumer & Family Initiatives Committee - 4th Thursdays (12:00 pm)

Nanaimo - BCSS - Share & Care Family Support Group - last Thursday of the month (6:30 pm)

Salmon Arm - BCSS - Family Support Group - Last Thursdays (7:00 pm)

Vancouver - VCH - Family Caregiver Support Group (6:30 pm)

29 March:

Burns Lake - BCSS - Mental Illness Awareness & Education Workshops (2:00 pm)

Penticton - BCSS - Family Support - Mondays (2:00 pm)

Kitimat - BCSS - Family Support Group - last Mondays (7:00 pm)

30 March:

Summerland - BCSS - Family Support Tuesdays (10:00 am)

Abbotsford - BCSS - Family support group - Last Tuesdays (7:00 pm)

31 March:

Kamloops - BCSS - Support & Info Sessions - Wednesdays (4:00 pm)

McBride - BCSS - Family Support Group - last Wednesdays (7:30 pm)

1 April:

Northeast - Strengthening Families Course Accepting Registrations (all day)

Online Support Groups for Family / Supporters (all day)

Tri-Cities - FORCE - Parents of Children Group - 1st Thursdays (6:30 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - Family Support Group - 1st Thursdays (6:30 pm)

Prince George - BCSS - Lighten Up Family Support & Education Series (6:30 pm)

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