Caroline Cook, Dear Friend & Colleague
For over 28 years, Caroline was a dedicated supporter of families caring for loved ones with severe mental illness. Unexpectedly, she passed away on January 24, 2019.
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Remembering Kees "Santa" Bastiaans
Affectionately known as "Santa," Kees made a difference in the lives of many families affected by schizophrenia. He passed away on January 16, 2019 and will be sorely missed by us all.
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Claudia and Kent's Battle With Schizophrenia
Kent is the oldest of Claudia's four children. Growing up in Williams Lake, he could do anything. Kent was hardworking, responsible, tough, resilient, athletic and dreamed of becoming a police officer. You name it and Kent could do it...
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BCSS and BCPA Seeks Feedback on Access to Psychiatric Beds
Have you ever been involved as a family member or friend in helping a person to be admitted to a psychiatric unit? Have you ever been admitted yourself? Help B.C. Schizophrenia Society and the B.C. Psychiatric Association learn more about what people are facing when accessing psyc beds in B.C.
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Where do I get help for my loved one?
B.C. Schizophrenia Society has Branches and Educators across the province providing programs, services and outreach.
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2017/18 B.C. Schizophrenia Society Annual Report
"A Reason to Hope, The Means to Cope"
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Strengthening Families Together Vancouver
Are you living with a family member struggling with mental illness? You are not alone
Learn MoreExperiencing Symptoms of Schizophrenia?
If you think you are experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia, seek out help today. If you are in immediate crisis, please call 9-1-1.
Families and Caregivers Looking for Support
B.C. Schizophrenia Society, local mental health organizations and other partners offer a variety of programs, support groups, workshops, psychosocial education series, and information for families.
Help Families Find Hope
Help fund increased support and resources across B.C. for families affected by schizophrenia and other serious mental illness.
Through phone calls, emails and family meetings, B.C. Schizophrenia Society Regional Educators connected nearly 64,000 times with families and individuals looking for help and assistance as they navigated the mental health system.
B.C. Schizophrenia Society made nearly 400 presentations to more than 6,500 people across the province. These presentations were made to schools, community groups, nursing students, justice workers, mental health workers, front line staff and many others.
B.C. Schizophrenia Society Regional Educators hosted 651 family support groups, connecting individuals and making it possible for people to provide each other with emotional support.
Approximately 500 people attended Strengthen Families Together Program Sessions across B.C. helping them better understand serious mental health illness and gain information as they continue along their journey of supporting their loved ones.
Join A Clinical Research Studies
Clinical research fuels innovation and evolution in the platform of support available for patients with psychosis and psychosis-related disorders. Since 2002, The Medical Arts Health Research Group has committed to provide the most advanced medical opportunities to the residents of the Kootenays, Okanagan, Kamloops and Vancouver areas.
Branches and Educators
B.C. Schizophrenia Society has 25 educator throughout the province supporting families. Along with our Educators we have 8 Branches supporting families. Our Educators and Branches help families navigate the system, provide resources and education about Schizophrenia, Psychosis and Serve Mental Illness.
Join the BCSS Team
Last year approximately 900 volunteers helped BCSS deliver programs, services, information and events. Without volunteers, BCSS would not be where it is today. Find an opportunity near you today.