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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Mental Health Workshops
DESCRIPTION: Haida Gwaii Mental Health Workshops: Supporting Our Understanding\, Supporting Our Community \nFree support for families and friends — because no one should have to navigate this alone. \nEach month\, we gather to share experiences\, build confidence\, and grow our capacity to support loved ones living with mental illness and/or a history of addiction. These guided sessions offer a safe\, welcoming space where stories are heard and stigma has no place. \nLight refreshments provided. All are welcome. \n\nDate: Every 3rd Thursday of the month\nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 PM\nLocation: 156 Front Street\, Skidegate | Hlgaagilda (In the little green building beside the Small Hall)\nFor more information\, please reach out to Shelley Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-mental-health-workshops/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, 156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Dementia Care Support Group
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. \nA safe space for families and care partners to share\, learn and connect. Sweet treats and good company provided. \nHaida Gwaii Dementia Care Support Group – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every third Monday\nTime: 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Seniors Room (beside the library) – 138 Bay St.\, Daajing Giids \nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Shelley Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-dementia-care-support-group/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Daajing  Giidsv – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\, 138 Bay St\,\, Daajing Giidsv\, BC\, V0T 1S0
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:The Haida Gwaii Strengthening Families Together educational program is a FREE six-session program designed to help families and friends build a clear understanding of mental illness and gain confidence using practical tools to support someone they care about. \nThe program explores psychosis\, schizophrenia\, mood and personality disorders\, along with treatments\, side effects\, substance use\, and the impact of stigma. We will gain supportive connections while developing skills in communication\, crisis planning\, stress management\, and advocacy. \n\nDate: Runs for 6 weeks every Thursday\, starting January 15\, 2026\nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 PM\nLocation: 156 Front Street\, Skidegate (The little green building beside the Small Hall)\nFor more information and to register\, please get in touch with Shelley at 250-600-0215 or haidagwaii@bcss.org \n\nRegistration is NECESSARY
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-strengthening-families-together/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, 156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii 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: Monday\, April 21\, 2025\nTime: 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Seniors Room – Beside the Daajing Giids Library\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Shelley Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-caregivers-support-group-for-dementia/
LOCATION:Daajing  Giidsv – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\, 138 Bay St\,\, Daajing Giidsv\, BC\, V0T 1S0
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS WHO CARE FOR\, OR CARE ABOUT\, PEOPLE DEALING WITH A MENTAL ILLNESS AND DISORDERED SUBSTANCE USE \nAre you concerned about someone’s mental wellness? Do you have questions on how to support them? Join us to gain insights in a space where we are supported and have access to resources. We offer a confidential and empowering space where members are encouraged to share\, or pass\, as they feel comfortable. \nTopic for April: Role Play – the important role family and friends have in healing and recovery\nHealing does not have to be is an individual journey – we gain strength with connection. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025\nLocation: Mental Health Family Resources Centre – Lil’ green building beside the Small Hall in Skidegate\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nSnack and beverages provided\nTo help us prepare\, please RSVP by calling\, or texting 250-600-0215\, or connect with Shelley Braun via email haidagwaii@bcss.org. Your response is appreciate
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/skidegate-family-support-group/
LOCATION:Mental Health Family Resources Centre\, Skidegate\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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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-3/
LOCATION:Daajing  Giidsv – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\, 138 Bay St\,\, Daajing Giidsv\, BC\, V0T 1S0
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Family Support Group: Cut\, Paste & Process
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned\, or impacted\, by a family member or close friend experiencing symptoms associated with a persistent mental illness or substance use? \nHaida Gwaii Mental Health Family Resource Centre – BCSS offers Support Groups for family members and close friends looking for support\, connections and community. \nThis month we will be introduced to Junk Journaling\, a creative form of storytelling where memories\, pictures\, drawings\, aspirations and intentions are stored. Like our stories\, the themes are unique and speak to our experiences or simply an aesthetic. It’s a free-form cut-and-paste pastime. Pizza dinner included. \nLed by facilitators with lived experience\, our support groups are a safe place to ask questions\, share concerns and find comfort – You are not alone. \nHaida Gwaii Family Support Group – Cut\, Paste & Process – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held August 13\, 2024\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Dandelion Social Space Beside the Small Hall  – 100 Front Street\, Skidegate\, V0T-1S1\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Shelly Braun at +1.250.600.0215 or haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-family-support-group-cut-paste-process/
LOCATION:100 Front Street\, Skidegate\, V0T-1S1\, 100 Front Street\,\, Skidegate\, British Columbia\, V0T-1S1
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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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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SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:BCSS’ Northwest Region is hosting a family support group for family or friends who have a loved one with a serious mental illness or substance use disorder. \nCaring and sharing sessions may cover various topics\, including:\n• the benefits of supports from friends and family members in a loved ones journey of recovery\n• techniques for improved communications\, how to establish boundaries\, ways to support recovery\n• how to access community resources\, self-care\, and whatever else comes up. \nThis group will be held Friday\, November 18\, 2022 from 11:00-12:00 pm at The Village Hearth Cafe & Eatery – 3200 Oceanview Drive 2nd Floor\, Daajing Giids\, British Columbia V0T 1S0. \nFor more information\, please contact:\nShelley Braun – Haida Gwaii Regional Educator\n250-600-0215\nhaidagwaii@bcss.org \nJoin us – All are welcome!
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-family-support-group/
LOCATION:The Village Hearth Cafe and Eatery\, 3200 Oceanview Drive - 2nd floor\, Daajing Giids\, BC\, V0T1S0\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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