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SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Tweens In Control (Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is a new program for kids aged 11-12. TwIC features curriculum and activities that are a hybrid of the KIC and TIC courses to bridge the gap for youth who may be too mature for the KIC program but not yet ready for the course for teens. TwIC is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \nTweens in Control (Online) \n\nEvery Mondays\, for eight (8) weeks\, starting June 3\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nFor more information\, please contact Amber Miner at frasernorth@bcssyouth.org\n\nLearn more at our new BCSS Youth website!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-tweens-in-control-online/2024-06-03/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240418T202914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T202931Z
UID:10010680-1717434000-1717441200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Interior Region – Virtual Strengthening Families Together (SFT)
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Interior region of BC can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together Interior Region – Virtual  \n\nSessions are scheduled every Monday from May 13\, 2024\, to June 24\, 2024 (No session May 20th\, 2024)\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, kindly contact Shauna Middleton at thompsonnicola@bcss.org 250-571-6955 or Barbara Horner at cariboo@bcss.org 250-302-9195
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/interior-region-virtual-strengthening-families-together-sft/2024-06-03/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T053022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T173550Z
UID:10011143-1717516800-1717522200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids In Control (Online / Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.). It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nIt is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes and invite parents and caregivers to join at the beginning and end of each session. There are a few spaces left\, so reach out if you’d like to gain more information and participate: \nKids in Control (Online) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-online-virtual/2024-06-04/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T055947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T185357Z
UID:10010138-1717520400-1717529400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Strengthening Families Together (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Haida Gwaii can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses; and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every Tuesday from April 23\, 2024 to May 28\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 – 7:30 pm\nLocation: 159 Front Street\, Skidegate\, BC\nFor more information\, kindly contact Shelly Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-strengthening-families-together-in-person/2024-06-04/
LOCATION:159 Front Street Skidegate\, BC\, 159 Front Street\, Skidegate\, BC
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240604T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240524T203341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T203600Z
UID:10011148-1717527600-1717533000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Family Support Group (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Coastal Region is running Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held June 4\, 2024 (Tuesday)\nTime: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Italian Cultural Centre – 3075 Slocan St\, Vancouver\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Hardeep Thind at 604-787-1814 or coastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-family-support-group-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Italian Cultural Centre\, 3075 Slocan St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Hardeep Thind":MAILTO:coastmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T045148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T192337Z
UID:10007812-1717603200-1717606800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Teens in Control Drop-In Group
DESCRIPTION:Teens in Control provides support\, education\, coping skills\, and a safe space to talk\, to youth with a family member who has a mental illness. Teens in Control is for participants between the ages of 13-18\, across BC. \nVisit BCSS Youth for more details. \nTo join the list for our virtual drop-in groups\, or for more information\, please contact: \nKayla Arnold\n(778) 839-1458\nfrasereast@bcssyouth.org \nMary Beth Hall\n(236) 335-0917\nmanager@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/teens-in-control-drop-in-group-2/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240507T200427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T200427Z
UID:10011036-1717608600-1717614000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Prince Rupert Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Haida Gwaii can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses; and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every Wednesday from May 22\, 2024 to June 26\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: 330 Third Avenue West\, CMAW Building (Small Board Room)\, Prince Rupert\, BC V8J 1L4\nFor more information\, kindly contact Reneé Morven (Prince Rupert Regional Educator) at 250-600-0164 or princerupert@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-strengthening-families-together/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, V8J 1L4\, 330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Irvine":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240605T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T051446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T184754Z
UID:10009566-1717612200-1717619400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Island Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held on Wednesdays\, every two weeks starting January 17\, 2024\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Oaklands Neighbourhood House – 2629 Victor St.\, Victoria\, BC V8R 4B2\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Nancy Murphy at southvi@bcss.org 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/victoria-family-support-group/2024-06-05/
LOCATION:Oaklands Neighbourhood House\, 2629 Victor St.\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R4B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240506T181322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T182153Z
UID:10011031-1717689600-1717695000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Teens In Control (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Teens in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 13 – 18  . This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) or a substance use disorder. It offers a supportive space for adolescents to refine healthy coping strategies\, deepen their mental health awareness\, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Topics include self-care\, boundary setting\, communication skills and other resources.\n \nTeens in Control (Online) \n\nEvery Thursdays\, for eight (8) weeks\, starting April 25\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nFor more information\, please contact Amber Miner at frasernorth@bcssyouth.org\n\nNote: Each session will have a different theme\, and teens must attend five sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nLearn more at our new BCSS Youth website!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-teens-in-control-online/2024-06-06/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240423T194255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T194507Z
UID:10010920-1717689600-1717696800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids In Control with CMHA Vernon & District Branch
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.). It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nIt is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes and invite parents and caregivers to join at the beginning and end of each session. There are a few spaces left\, so reach out if you’d like to gain more information and participate: \nKids in Control \n\nEvery Thursday for 8 weeks; starting May 9\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm\nLocation: Canadian Mental Health Association - Vernon & District Branch  >> 3100 28th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC V1T 1W3\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Tracy Hall at tracy.hall@cmhavernon.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-cmha-vernon-district-branch/2024-06-06/
LOCATION:Canadian Mental Health Association - Vernon & District Branch\, 3100 28th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC\, V1T 1W3 \, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240422T192317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T192625Z
UID:10010857-1717698600-1717702200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Family Support Group: SMART Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS is running Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Trained facilitators or educators lead Family Support Groups\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. \nThis group includes SMART Recovery tools for people affected by the addictive behaviour of a loved one. \nFamily Support Group: SMART Recovery – Hybrid \n\nThe support group will be held on the first Thursday of each month\nTime: 6:30-7:30 pm PST\nLocation: Join via Zoom or in person at\nLakes District Hospital and Health Centre\,\nRoom 170 – Main entrance- lower lobby\n741 Centre Street\, Burns Lake\, BC\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Heather Megchelsen at lakesdistrict@bcss.org or 250-691-1132
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/fsg-smart-recovery/2024-06-06/
LOCATION:Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre\, Room 170 - Main entrance- lower lobby741 Centre Street\, Burns Lake\, BC\, V0J 1E0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Heather Megchelsen":MAILTO:lakesdistrict@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240612T171457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T171457Z
UID:10011251-1718035200-1718040600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Tweens In Control (Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is a new program for kids aged 11-12. TwIC features curriculum and activities that are a hybrid of the KIC and TIC courses to bridge the gap for youth who may be too mature for the KIC program but not yet ready for the course for teens. TwIC is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \nTweens in Control (Online) \n\nEvery Mondays\, for eight (8) weeks\, starting June 3\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nFor more information\, please contact Amber Miner at frasernorth@bcssyouth.org\n\nLearn more at our new BCSS Youth website!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-tweens-in-control-online/2024-06-10/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240418T202914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T202931Z
UID:10010681-1718038800-1718046000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Interior Region – Virtual Strengthening Families Together (SFT)
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Interior region of BC can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together Interior Region – Virtual  \n\nSessions are scheduled every Monday from May 13\, 2024\, to June 24\, 2024 (No session May 20th\, 2024)\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, kindly contact Shauna Middleton at thompsonnicola@bcss.org 250-571-6955 or Barbara Horner at cariboo@bcss.org 250-302-9195
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/interior-region-virtual-strengthening-families-together-sft/2024-06-10/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240610T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T045126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T190038Z
UID:10008264-1718042400-1718049600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nelson Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS West Kooteney is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \n  \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Monday of the month\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Nelson United Church –  602 Silica St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4N1\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Reasha Wolfe at westkootenay@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/nelson-bcss-family-support-group-2nd-mondays-2/2024-06-10/
LOCATION:Nelson United Church\, 602 Silica St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Reasha Wolfe":MAILTO:westkootenay@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T043142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T190242Z
UID:10009124-1718044200-1718049600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Support Group for Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nJoin us for a Caring and Sharing Session for folks with a special elder affected by symptoms of Dementia. This is where we connect and share stories\, resources and tea! Supporting our current reality is made easier by lessons from past experiences and shared understanding. All are welcome. \nHaida Gwaii Support Group for Dementia – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every three weeks on Mondays\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: 138 Bay St\, Daajing Giids\, BC V0T 1S0 – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Shelly Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-support-group-for-dementia/2024-06-10/
LOCATION:Daajing  Giidsv – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\, 138 Bay St\,\, Daajing Giidsv\, BC\, V0T 1S0
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240529T174756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T174820Z
UID:10011225-1718103600-1718107200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:CRA Outreach for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver for an individual with a physical or mental impairment there may be benefits and tax credits available to you! \nJoin this virtual session to obtain more information about the following topics: Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)\, Canada Caregiver Credit\, Medical Expenses\, and more. \nFor more information about participating in this webinar\, please contact Stephanie Gardner at terrace@bcss.org or 250-922-5178 or 250-625-8206
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/cra-outreach-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Gardner":MAILTO:terrace@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T053022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T173550Z
UID:10011144-1718121600-1718127000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids In Control (Online / Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.). It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nIt is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes and invite parents and caregivers to join at the beginning and end of each session. There are a few spaces left\, so reach out if you’d like to gain more information and participate: \nKids in Control (Online) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-online-virtual/2024-06-11/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240527T215007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T215007Z
UID:10010928-1718130600-1718137800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:East Kootenay Virtual Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Interior Region is running Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm MST\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Bonnie Spence-Vinge at intmanager@bcss.org\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/east-kootenay-fsg-2-2/2024-06-11/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240612T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240612T153000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240529T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T180729Z
UID:10006851-1718199000-1718206200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Smithers Caregivers Support Group for Dementia
DESCRIPTION:Are you overwhelmed? Don’t know where to turn for help?  If you are caregiving for a loved one who suffers from any form of dementia (including Alzheimer’s)\, we meet monthly to bring caregivers together to share the common challenges of caring for an aging parent or spouse suffering from dementia. \n\nDate: 2nd Wednesday of the month\nTime: 1:30 – 3:30 pm\nLocation: Government Building Conference Room – Main Floor – 3793 Alfred Avenue\, Smithers\, BC\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Clara Donnelly at bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/smithers-bcss-caregivers-support-group/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:Government Building Conference room\, Smithers\, 3793 Alfred Avenue\, Smithers\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Clara%C2%A0Donnelly":MAILTO:bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T044815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T212737Z
UID:10007838-1718208000-1718211600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids in Control Drop-In Group
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control provides support\, education\, coping skills\, and a safe space to talk\, to youth with a family member who has a mental illness. Kids in Control is for participants between the ages of 8-12\, across BC. \nPast participants of our Kids in Control workshops are invited to join our virtual drop-in group. \nVisit BCSS Youth for more details. \nTo join the list for our drop-in groups\, or for more information\, please contact: \nAmber Miner\n(604) 442-7082\nfrasernorth@bcssyouth.org \nMary Beth Hall\n(236) 335-0917\nmanager@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-drop-in-group-2/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240529T174138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T201253Z
UID:10011213-1718208000-1718213400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Northwest Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Northwest is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. It is open to anyone in the Northwest area. This includes Terrace\, Kitimat\, Kitamaat Village\, Prince Rupert\, the Nass Valley\, and surrounding areas. \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Wednesday of the month\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nLocation: 210-4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace\, BC\, Canada\, British Columbia\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Stephanie Gardner at terrace@bcss.org or 250-922-5178\n\n*In the event of the Support Group coinciding with a STAT\, the date may shift. Please contact Stephanie for details
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/northwest-family-support-group-2/
LOCATION:210-4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace\, BC\, Canada\, British Columbia\, 210-4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace\, British Columbia\, V8G 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Gardner":MAILTO:terrace@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240507T200427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T200427Z
UID:10011037-1718213400-1718218800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Prince Rupert Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Haida Gwaii can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses; and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every Wednesday from May 22\, 2024 to June 26\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: 330 Third Avenue West\, CMAW Building (Small Board Room)\, Prince Rupert\, BC V8J 1L4\nFor more information\, kindly contact Reneé Morven (Prince Rupert Regional Educator) at 250-600-0164 or princerupert@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-strengthening-families-together/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, V8J 1L4\, 330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Irvine":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240506T181322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T182153Z
UID:10011032-1718294400-1718299800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Teens In Control (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Teens in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 13 – 18  . This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) or a substance use disorder. It offers a supportive space for adolescents to refine healthy coping strategies\, deepen their mental health awareness\, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Topics include self-care\, boundary setting\, communication skills and other resources.\n \nTeens in Control (Online) \n\nEvery Thursdays\, for eight (8) weeks\, starting April 25\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nFor more information\, please contact Amber Miner at frasernorth@bcssyouth.org\n\nNote: Each session will have a different theme\, and teens must attend five sessions to receive a certificate of completion. \nLearn more at our new BCSS Youth website!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-teens-in-control-online/2024-06-13/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240423T194255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T194507Z
UID:10010921-1718294400-1718301600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids In Control with CMHA Vernon & District Branch
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.). It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nIt is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes and invite parents and caregivers to join at the beginning and end of each session. There are a few spaces left\, so reach out if you’d like to gain more information and participate: \nKids in Control \n\nEvery Thursday for 8 weeks; starting May 9\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm\nLocation: Canadian Mental Health Association - Vernon & District Branch  >> 3100 28th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC V1T 1W3\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Tracy Hall at tracy.hall@cmhavernon.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-cmha-vernon-district-branch/2024-06-13/
LOCATION:Canadian Mental Health Association - Vernon & District Branch\, 3100 28th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC\, V1T 1W3 \, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240612T171457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T171457Z
UID:10011252-1718640000-1718645400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Tweens In Control (Online)
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is a new program for kids aged 11-12. TwIC features curriculum and activities that are a hybrid of the KIC and TIC courses to bridge the gap for youth who may be too mature for the KIC program but not yet ready for the course for teens. TwIC is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \nTweens in Control (Online) \n\nEvery Mondays\, for eight (8) weeks\, starting June 3\, 2024\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nFor more information\, please contact Amber Miner at frasernorth@bcssyouth.org\n\nLearn more at our new BCSS Youth website!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-tweens-in-control-online/2024-06-17/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Amber Miner":MAILTO:frasernorth@bcssyouth.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240418T202914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T202931Z
UID:10010682-1718643600-1718650800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Interior Region – Virtual Strengthening Families Together (SFT)
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Interior region of BC can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together Interior Region – Virtual  \n\nSessions are scheduled every Monday from May 13\, 2024\, to June 24\, 2024 (No session May 20th\, 2024)\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, kindly contact Shauna Middleton at thompsonnicola@bcss.org 250-571-6955 or Barbara Horner at cariboo@bcss.org 250-302-9195
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/interior-region-virtual-strengthening-families-together-sft/2024-06-17/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240524T203916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T203940Z
UID:10011149-1718650800-1718656200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Family Support Group (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Coastal Region is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held June 17\, 2024 (Monday)\nTime: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Via Zoom\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Hardeep Thind at 604-787-1814 or coastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-family-support-group-virtual-2/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Hardeep Thind":MAILTO:coastmanager@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240618T173000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T053022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T173550Z
UID:10011145-1718726400-1718731800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:BCSS Youth: Kids In Control (Online / Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.). It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nIt is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes and invite parents and caregivers to join at the beginning and end of each session. There are a few spaces left\, so reach out if you’d like to gain more information and participate: \nKids in Control (Online) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-online-virtual/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240417T053313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T191319Z
UID:10009834-1718733600-1718739000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Prince Rupert Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Prince Rupert is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. This is open to Prince Rupert\, Port Edward\, or Lax Kw’alaams. \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every 3rd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nLocation: 330 Third Ave West (Board Room)\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, V8J 1L4\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Reneé Morven at princerupert@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-family-support-group-2/2024-06-18/
LOCATION:330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, V8J 1L4\, 330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Irvine":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240619T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T031006
CREATED:20240507T200427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T200427Z
UID:10011038-1718818200-1718823600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Prince Rupert Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Families Together provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses together. \nParticipating families and caregivers from the Haida Gwaii can learn facts about psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood disorders\, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses; and the impact of stigma. They gain information about treatments\, side effects\, and the impact of substance use. Sessions cover communication skills\, stress management tools\, self-care planning\, crisis planning\, and family advocacy. \nParticipants also learn about the mental health system in BC — including how it works and who is involved\, as well as what happens when a person becomes involved with the criminal justice system. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn about how to access BCSS Family Support Groups available across the province. \nStrengthening Families Together – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every Wednesday from May 22\, 2024 to June 26\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 pm\nLocation: 330 Third Avenue West\, CMAW Building (Small Board Room)\, Prince Rupert\, BC V8J 1L4\nFor more information\, kindly contact Reneé Morven (Prince Rupert Regional Educator) at 250-600-0164 or princerupert@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-strengthening-families-together/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, V8J 1L4\, 330 Third Ave West\, Board Room\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Irvine":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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