Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone

BCSS North Vancouver Island is offering this virtual Family Support Group for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. These groups are open to anyone living in the North Vancouver Island region, including Comox Valley, Campbell River, Powell River, Port Hardy, Port Alice, Port McNeill, Quadra, Cortez, Denman, and Hornby Islands.

Our Family Support Groups provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space where family members and friends can share experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who understand what it’s like to support a loved one living with mental illness. Groups are facilitated by trained BCSS educators and offer guidance, emotional support, and valuable resources to help families navigate their journeys.

Family Support Group – Virtual

• Last Wednesday of every month – January 28, February 25, and March 25, 2026
• Time: 6:30 – 8:00 AM PST
• Location: Virtual via Zoom
• For more information or to join this family support group, please contact Nicole Parekh at northvi@bcss.org or 250-937-0782