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3 events,North and West Vancouver – MDA – Family Support Group Ongoing North Short Family Support Group hosted by the Mood Disorders Association of BC 7:00 – 9:00 pm 2nd and 4th Monday Karen: 604.922.4327 kcooke27@shaw.ca Web page: http://www.mdabc.net/support-groups Please contact Karen for the location. The Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia sponsors the Kitsilano Family Group For Family & Friends Who Care & Support People With Mental Illness. Mood Disorders Association Support Groups 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Mount St. Joseph’s Hospital (Harvest Room A, 3rd Floor) (Entry is through 3080 Prince Edward Street) Please email... The BCSS Nanaimo Branch has Family Support Group Meetings the second and fourth Mondays of each month at Chapters Starbucks, 7 p.m. These meetings are for Family and Friends of individuals living with any mental illness. For new participants, please contact Charlene at Tel: 250-753-9923 or email: bcssnanaimo@telus.net with your day telephone number before attending your first meeting. |
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2 events,Join us for a family meet and greet at Chilliwack General Hospital. Meet/Greet 6:30 – 8:00 pm Every Wednesday. Location: Psychiatry Meet and Greet families with loved ones on Adult Psychiatry and Acute Psychiatric Adolescent Unit. 6:30-7:30 pm. Every Wednesday 250-561-8033 University Hospital of Northern British Columbia 1475 Edmonton Street 4th Floor ‘old’ section – Room 418 |
1 event,Family Support Worker will be at the Oliver Neighbourhood Hub Weekly. Drop in or call for an appointment. City or Region: Oliver Hosting Organization(s): BCSS Penticton Title of event: Weekly Family Support (for relatives of a person with a mental illness) Address/location of event: Park Drive Church Date of your event: 01/03/2013 Time of Event:... |
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2 events,BCSS sponsors a family support group in Langley. Day: First Monday of every month (except Statutory Holidays) Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Place: Langley Stepping Stones, 20101 Michaud Crescent, Langley For more information: Nancy Friesen frasercentral@bcss.org 604-720-3935 The F.O.R.C.E. Society for Kids Mental Health sponsors a monthly parent networking and support group for those whose children and youth struggle with mental health issues. Day: First Monday of each month (Unless stat. holiday) Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, #109-32885 Ventura Ave., Abbotsford, BC For Further Information: Call 604-878-3400 or... |
1 event,Chilliwack BCSS provides a Caring and Sharing support group for people who have a family member with a mental illness. Date: the first Tuesday of each month. Time: 7 - 8:30 pm. Location: Communitas Supportive Care Society (in the Cascade Centre Mall) #18 – 45966 Yale Road, Chilliwack, BC. |
3 events,VCH Eating Disorder Program (VCHED)– Family Support Group – for friends and family members of individuals living with an eating disorder. 1st Wednesday of each month, 6 – 7:30 p.m., 3rd Floor, 2750 East Hastings, Vancouver. Contact Hella at 604-675-2531 ext 20689. Join us for a family meet and greet at Chilliwack General Hospital. Meet/Greet 6:30 – 8:00 pm Every Wednesday. Location: Psychiatry Meet and Greet families with loved ones on Adult Psychiatry and Acute Psychiatric Adolescent Unit. 6:30-7:30 pm. Every Wednesday 250-561-8033 University Hospital of Northern British Columbia 1475 Edmonton Street 4th Floor ‘old’ section – Room 418 |
3 events,Family Support Worker will be at the Oliver Neighbourhood Hub Weekly. Drop in or call for an appointment. City or Region: Oliver Hosting Organization(s): BCSS Penticton Title of event: Weekly Family Support (for relatives of a person with a mental illness) Address/location of event: Park Drive Church Date of your event: 01/03/2013 Time of Event:... Granisle BCSS: Education Workshop & Discussion Group (alternating with support group). 1st Thursday of the month. 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Granisle Health Centre. 250-692-7500 This family information session offers information and support for family members supporting someone with a mental illness. Date: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of every month, except for statutory holidays Time: 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. Location: White Rock Mental Health Centre- Russell Annex (in the South East parking lot) This group is co-facilitated by a staff... |
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1 event,Chinese language family mental health / mental illness support group. As scheduled (visit website for calendar) @ Caring Place Room 350 or 345, 7000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond Info: Bessie Wang 604-276-834 ext. 12 www.pathwaysclubhouse.com |
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Surrey/Delta/White Rock BCSS: Family Support Group – 2nd Mondays
The BC Schizophrenia Society, North Delta, sponsors a family support group for people who have a loved one with a mental illness. Day: 2nd Monday of every month Time: call for info Place: North Delta Mental Health Centre, #129, 6345-120 St. (Sunshine Village) Information: Hardeep 604-574-1976 We are offering a family support group once a month in Kamloops, offered through the Canadian Mental Health Association. Day: Second Monday of each month Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Location: 857 Seymour Street (The Clubhouse) Kamloops, BC For more information, please call Christa Haywood-Farmer at 250-374-0440 or email christa.haywoodfarmer@cmha.bc.ca The BCSS Nanaimo Branch has Family Support Group Meetings the second and fourth Mondays of each month at Chapters Starbucks, 7 p.m. These meetings are for Family and Friends of individuals living with any mental illness. For new participants, please contact Charlene at Tel: 250-753-9923 or email: bcssnanaimo@telus.net with your day telephone number before attending your first meeting. B.C. Schizophrenia Society Tri-Cities Family Support Group is for people caring for someone with a mental illness. Day: Usually the second Monday of the month Time: 7:30 pm Place: Coquitlam Community Centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam, in the McGee Room For more information, please contact Shelley Jensen at frasernorth@bcss.org or 604-679-4422 |
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Princeton BCSS: Family Support meeting – 2nd Tuesday
Family Support meeting. Date: 2nd Tuesday of the month. Time: by appointment Call BCSS-Penticton 250-493-7338 or email bcsspenticton@shaw.ca BEHIND THE SMILE – A SILENT SCREAM People may have worked with you for years. Neighbours say, “Hi, how are you?” Smiling, you lie, “Fine” — while inwardly — a silent scream. You may have sat beside someone in church for hundreds of Sundays, and almost no one knew of the turmoil behind your mask.... The monthly support group allows for an open-hearted sharing of experiences, lessons learned, practical tips, and insights. It’s facilitated by peers who have ill relatives themselves and understand the struggles families go through when dealing with mental illness. Registration is required. Second Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the Howe Sound... The Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia sponsors the Kitsilano Family Group For Family & Friends Who Care & Support People With Mental Illness. Mood Disorders Association Support Groups 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Mount St. Joseph’s Hospital (Harvest Room A, 3rd Floor) (Entry is through 3080 Prince Edward Street) Please email... |
5 events,Education Workshop & Discussion Group meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month. 2 – 4 PM. Southside Health and Wellness Centre. 250-692-7500 This monthly Williams Lake and area BCSS support group meeting is for parents, partners and siblings of a person who is living with any mental illness, schizophrenia, bipolar, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorders. You are welcome to come and share your successes, concerns, experiences. 6:00-7:30pm 6-160 Oliver Street, Williams Lake For more info: 250-302-1210 cariboo@bcss.org The education evenings hosted by Vancouver Coastal Health will feature a variety of speakers specializing in different subject areas related to mental health and addiction. All family members and friends of individuals accessing a VCH Tertiary Mental Health & Addiction program are welcome to attend the education evenings. Sessions will include a Q&A followed by... Meet and Greet families with loved ones on Adult Psychiatry and Acute Psychiatric Adolescent Unit. 6:30-7:30 pm. Every Wednesday 250-561-8033 University Hospital of Northern British Columbia 1475 Edmonton Street 4th Floor ‘old’ section – Room 418 Join us for a family meet and greet at Chilliwack General Hospital. Meet/Greet 6:30 – 8:00 pm Every Wednesday. Location: Psychiatry |
7 events,Family Support Worker will be at the Oliver Neighbourhood Hub Weekly. Drop in or call for an appointment. City or Region: Oliver Hosting Organization(s): BCSS Penticton Title of event: Weekly Family Support (for relatives of a person with a mental illness) Address/location of event: Park Drive Church Date of your event: 01/03/2013 Time of Event:... Day: the 2nd Thursday of every month Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Place: 3862-B Broadway Avenue Information: Clara Donnelly bulkleyvalley@bcss.org 250-847-9779 (office) 250-917-8337 (cell) Date: 2nd Thursday of every month Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: BCSS Smithers Office, 3862-B Broadway Avenue, Smithers, BC Information: Clara Donnelly bulkleyvalley@bcss.org 250-847-9779 (phone/fax) Chilliwack General Hospital ~ Info Session 6:00 – 7:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month. 45600 Menholm Rd. ~ Psychiatry Group room Support group for people with a loved one (family member or friend) who has a mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depression) with or without addictions. Share your concerns, experiences, and successes with others in a situation similar to your own. Date: 2nd Thursday of the month Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location:... GRASP Support Group – GRASP offers peer-led mutual support groups for families or individuals who have had a loved one die as a result of substance abuse or addiction. 2nd Thursday of each month, 7-9 p.m. at Gilmore Community School 50 South Gilmore Ave, Burnaby, Room 207. Please email graspvancouverarea@gmail.com to register. Tri-Cities – North Shore Schizophrenia Society – Tri-Cities Support Group Meeting The monthly support group allows for an open-hearted sharing of experiences, lessons learned, practical tips, and insights. It’s facilitated by peers who have ill relatives themselves and understand the struggles families go through when dealing with serious mental illness. Pre-registration is required. 7:30-9:15 p.m.... |
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3 events,Are you caring for a child/youth or young adult up to age 25 who is struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues? Take a Break is a new support group for parents and family caregivers. It’s an opportunity to meet other caregivers, make connections, share experiences and support, and learn enhanced coping skills. Please... The Family Support Group meeting is for anyone who has a caring relationship with anyone who has a mental illness, whether it be bipolar, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia or psychosis. We are here to help people learn the facts about mental illness, new medications, treatments and ways to support their loved ones. Newcomers are always welcome!... Have a loved one with a mental illness? Please join us for our ‘share and care’ family support meeting in Maple Ridge. Time: 7:00pm Date: 3rd Tuesdays of each month Where: Chances, 22710 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge In The Boardroom Free parking in the parking lot Accessible space For more information, please contact: Nancy Friesen... |
2 events,Join us for a family meet and greet at Chilliwack General Hospital. Meet/Greet 6:30 – 8:00 pm Every Wednesday. Location: Psychiatry Meet and Greet families with loved ones on Adult Psychiatry and Acute Psychiatric Adolescent Unit. 6:30-7:30 pm. Every Wednesday 250-561-8033 University Hospital of Northern British Columbia 1475 Edmonton Street 4th Floor ‘old’ section – Room 418 |
2 events,Family Support Worker will be at the Oliver Neighbourhood Hub Weekly. Drop in or call for an appointment. City or Region: Oliver Hosting Organization(s): BCSS Penticton Title of event: Weekly Family Support (for relatives of a person with a mental illness) Address/location of event: Park Drive Church Date of your event: 01/03/2013 Time of Event:... This family information session offers information and support for family members supporting someone with a mental illness. Date: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of every month, except for statutory holidays Time: 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. Location: White Rock Mental Health Centre- Russell Annex (in the South East parking lot) This group is co-facilitated by a staff... |
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3 events,The Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia sponsors the Kitsilano Family Group For Family & Friends Who Care & Support People With Mental Illness. Mood Disorders Association Support Groups 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Mount St. Joseph’s Hospital (Harvest Room A, 3rd Floor) (Entry is through 3080 Prince Edward Street) Please email... The BCSS Nanaimo Branch has Family Support Group Meetings the second and fourth Mondays of each month at Chapters Starbucks, 7 p.m. These meetings are for Family and Friends of individuals living with any mental illness. For new participants, please contact Charlene at Tel: 250-753-9923 or email: bcssnanaimo@telus.net with your day telephone number before attending your first meeting. North and West Vancouver – MDA – Family Support Group Ongoing North Short Family Support Group hosted by the Mood Disorders Association of BC 7:00 – 9:00 pm 2nd and 4th Monday Karen: 604.922.4327 kcooke27@shaw.ca Web page: http://www.mdabc.net/support-groups Please contact Karen for the location. |
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3 events,Join us for a family meet and greet at Chilliwack General Hospital. Meet/Greet 6:30 – 8:00 pm Every Wednesday. Location: Psychiatry Meet and Greet families with loved ones on Adult Psychiatry and Acute Psychiatric Adolescent Unit. 6:30-7:30 pm. Every Wednesday 250-561-8033 University Hospital of Northern British Columbia 1475 Edmonton Street 4th Floor ‘old’ section – Room 418 This family information session offers information and support for family members supporting someone with a mental illness. Date: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month, except for statutory holidays Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location: Marion Ward Pavilion, south of the Main entrance to Langley Memorial Hospital Free parking at the Pavilion. This group is co-facilitated by a staff... |
2 events,Family Support Worker will be at the Oliver Neighbourhood Hub Weekly. Drop in or call for an appointment. City or Region: Oliver Hosting Organization(s): BCSS Penticton Title of event: Weekly Family Support (for relatives of a person with a mental illness) Address/location of event: Park Drive Church Date of your event: 01/03/2013 Time of Event:... Chilliwack General Hospital ~ Info Session 6:00 – 7:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month. 45600 Menholm Rd. ~ Psychiatry Group room |
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