Pain Support and Wellness Groups
Offers online group peer support for individuals living with persistent pain to meet regularly and build a community of support. Participants share their experiences, pain management and coping strategies, and take part in gentle movements.
Pain Support Line
Offers free information and support by phone or email to people wanting to talk about their own pain or that of a family member or friend. Trained volunteers provide a safe space to talk about pain and its impact on life, as well as information on pain and self-management, finding a physician, and community resources such as health care, social services, and income assistance.
Live Plan Be
Provides an online self-management tool to help those living with persistent or chronic pain. Individuals can learn about chronic pain, complete pain self-assessments, keep track of symptoms, develop plans for pain management and quality of life, connect with others who live with pain, and access the latest in pain research and practical, evidence based resources.
Coaching for Health
Offers free telephone and video conferencing coaching to help people living with pain learn self-management skills, regain function, and improve their well-being. Trained volunteer coaches support patients for a 6 - 12 week period with sessions based on client needs and interests.
MindyourMind
An online space for youth 14 - 24 to find support when going through tough times. Features of the website include information about mental health issues and illnesses, wellness strategies, interactive online activities, personal stories, and opportunities to volunteer or get involved.
Mind Your Mood
Provides an easy-to-use app that allows youth and young adults to track their moods securely on their phone. Features include a scale to measure the intensity of moods, an interactive report that graphs intense emotions, and the functionality to email your mood log to your counsellor for discussion. Empowers users to keep a record that helps understand ups and downs and see the larger picture of emotional health.
Student Mental Health Toolkit
Provides mental health information, resources and activities to support the mental well-being of children and youth. Resources are also available for parents and educators.
Resources are youth and teen-friendly and include coping tips, video library, inspiring stories, activity ideas, and community resources.
Youth Health and Engagement
Offers a web-based resource and information centre designed to encourage individual youth wellness, and foster engagement in youth health policy and program availability in BC. Website includes access to Youth Advisory & Action Council, workshops, research and consultation and youth engagement resources.
Eating Disorders Information and Resources
Offers online information for individuals who may be struggling with an eating disorder. Topics include eating disorders types and symptoms, body image, education, and awareness. Online resources include video training, presentations, blogs, volunteer support, and access to online support groups.
Aboriginal Friendship Centre Programs
Works with local friendship centres, as well as other Aboriginal organizations to help deliver programs which promote the betterment of Friendship Centres and Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in the province of BC.
Programs administered through the provincial office include doula services for expectant Aboriginal mothers and families, elder services, and the Aboriginal Youth Council.
551 Chatham Street, Victoria, BC