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SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Agassiz\, BC
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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. It is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nWeekly\, every Monday\, from February 3 – March 17\, 2025 (*No session on February 17 due to STAT holiday)\nLocation: 7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, BC\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-agassiz-bc/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, BC V0M 1A0\, 7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, British Columbia\, V0M 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240823T172841Z
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SUMMARY:Nanaimo 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\n1st Tuesday of each month\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\n\nLocation: Vancouver Island Regional Library – 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 5M4\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Christine Riddell at 250-937-1403 or vimanager@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/nanaimo-family-support-group-2/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Riddell":MAILTO:vimanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T171500
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T025855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T021918Z
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SUMMARY:Kids In Control x Chilliwack Youth Health Centre
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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\, from February 4 – April 8\, 2025 (*No session on March 18 and March 25)\nLocation: 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC (by the Tzeachten Soccer Fields)\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email kic2025winter@gmail.com
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-x-chilliwack-youth-health-centre/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241219T233425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T233425Z
UID:10011922-1738692000-1738701000@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Fraser Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Looking for tools to help you support your loved one with a mental illness? You are not alone. \nThis is a free\, six-session program for caregivers. \nFamilies and caregivers learn: \n\nReliable information about mental illness\, diagnosis\, and treatment options\nEffective coping and communication skills\nTools to help navigate the mental health system\, local supports\, and resources\n\nThis program will run on Tuesday evenings (January 28th-March 11th (excluding February 18th)). Light refreshments will be provided. \nSpace is limited; participants must register.\nEmail or call Pearl to register: frasersouth@bcss.org\, 604-679-4422\nRegister by January 17th.
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/fraser-strengthening-families-together/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Guildford Library Meeting Room\, 15105 105 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3T 2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pearl Meredith":MAILTO:frasersouth@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250109T210103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T210103Z
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SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Family Support Group
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.  \nFamily 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 severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every 1st Tuesday of the month\nTime: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Italian Cultural Centre – 3075 Slocan St.\, Vancouver\, BC\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Hardeep Thind at 604-787-1814 or coastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-family-support-group-5/2025-02-04/
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:20250205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250205T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241007T182415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T031058Z
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SUMMARY:Teens In Control Drop-In Session
DESCRIPTION:Teens In Control Drop-in sessions give youth an opportunity to stay connected with their peers and receive ongoing support. Past participants of our TIC workshops are invited to join our virtual drop-in group. Visit 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://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-teens-in-control-drop-in-session/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Hall":MAILTO:manager@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240422T192317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T192625Z
UID:10010865-1738866600-1738870200@staging.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://staging.bcss.org/event/fsg-smart-recovery/2025-02-06/
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:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250106T212618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T212618Z
UID:10011930-1738866600-1738873800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:South Vancouver Island 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 every other Thursdays\, starting January 9\, 2025\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 or Julia Gillis at victoria@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/south-vancouver-island-family-support-group-2025/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Oaklands Neighbourhood House\, 2629 Victor St.\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8R4B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250210T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T023815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T021941Z
UID:10011999-1739201400-1739206800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Agassiz\, BC
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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. It is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nWeekly\, every Monday\, from February 3 – March 17\, 2025 (*No session on February 17 due to STAT holiday)\nLocation: 7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, BC\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-agassiz-bc/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, BC V0M 1A0\, 7086 Pioneer Avenue\, Agassiz\, British Columbia\, V0M 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240417T045126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T190038Z
UID:10008270-1739210400-1739217600@staging.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://staging.bcss.org/event/nelson-bcss-family-support-group-2nd-mondays-2/2025-02-10/
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:20250210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250109T212646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T003131Z
UID:10011979-1739214000-1739219400@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Virtual Family Support Group
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.  \nFamily 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 severe and persistent mental illness. \nFor the Zoom link\, please contact: \nHardeep Thind\n604-787-1814\ncoastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-virtual-family-support-group/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Hardeep Thind":MAILTO:coastmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241219T234114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T011828Z
UID:10011927-1739271600-1739289600@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Blues: An Education and Screening Session in Prince Rupert
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Beyond The Blues: Education and Screening Session in the Northwest Region from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on February 11\, 2025 at the Jim Ciccone Civic Centre\, Arts Room (1000 McBride St\, Prince Rupert\, BC). \nAt an education and screening site\, you can take part in fun and engaging activities to learn more about mood and anxiety problems\, effective treatments\, supports and self-care. You can then fill out short self-tests on well-being\, depression\, anxiety and risky drinking\, talk privately with a clinician about next steps\, and find out about resources and supports in your community. \nFor information\, please contact Reneé Morven or Stephanie Watkins. \n\nReneé Morven: princerupert@bcss.org | 250-600-0164\nStephanie Watkins: stephanie.watkins@northernhealth.ca | 778-884-6804
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/beyond-the-blues-education-and-screening/
LOCATION:Jim Ciccone Civic Centre\, Arts Room\, 1000 McBride St\, Prince Rupert\, British Columbia\, V8J 3H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee Morven":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T171500
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T025855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T021918Z
UID:10012014-1739289600-1739294100@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control x Chilliwack Youth Health Centre
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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\, from February 4 – April 8\, 2025 (*No session on March 18 and March 25)\nLocation: 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC (by the Tzeachten Soccer Fields)\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email kic2025winter@gmail.com
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-x-chilliwack-youth-health-centre/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T024355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T033758Z
UID:10012004-1739289600-1739295000@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control (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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (Virtual) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\, from February 11 – April 1\, 2025\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-virtual/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241219T233425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T233425Z
UID:10011923-1739296800-1739305800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Fraser Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:Looking for tools to help you support your loved one with a mental illness? You are not alone. \nThis is a free\, six-session program for caregivers. \nFamilies and caregivers learn: \n\nReliable information about mental illness\, diagnosis\, and treatment options\nEffective coping and communication skills\nTools to help navigate the mental health system\, local supports\, and resources\n\nThis program will run on Tuesday evenings (January 28th-March 11th (excluding February 18th)). Light refreshments will be provided. \nSpace is limited; participants must register.\nEmail or call Pearl to register: frasersouth@bcss.org\, 604-679-4422\nRegister by January 17th.
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/fraser-strengthening-families-together/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Guildford Library Meeting Room\, 15105 105 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3T 2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pearl Meredith":MAILTO:frasersouth@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240527T215007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T215007Z
UID:10011161-1739298600-1739305800@staging.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://staging.bcss.org/event/east-kootenay-fsg-2-2/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240529T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T180729Z
UID:10011233-1739367000-1739374200@staging.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://staging.bcss.org/event/smithers-bcss-caregivers-support-group/2025-02-12/
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:20250212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240619T225438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T232108Z
UID:10011324-1739376000-1739381400@staging.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\nRegistration is required. For 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 \nNote: This FSG doesn’t run in the months of July\, August\, and December
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/northwest-family-support-group-2-2/2025-02-12/
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:20250212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241007T182118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T031123Z
UID:10011821-1739376000-1739381400@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids and Tweens In Control Drop-In Session
DESCRIPTION:Kids and Tweens In Control Drop-in sessions give youth an opportunity to stay connected with their peers and receive ongoing support. Past participants of our KIC and TWiC workshops are invited to join our virtual drop-in group. Visit 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://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-and-tweens-in-control-drop-in-session/2025-02-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control,Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Hall":MAILTO:manager@bcssyouth.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T024937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T031310Z
UID:10012005-1739462400-1739467800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Tweens In Control (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is for kids aged 11-12 and 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. \nProgram goals\n\n\nConnect with others in similar situations.\nGain a better understanding of mental illness and their loved ones.\nBust stigma and dispel misinformation.\nProvide ways to deal with anxiety and stress.\nDevelop healthy coping strategies and resilience.\nEncourage self-care and boundary-setting\n\nThis event will start on February 13\, 2025 (Thursday) and run weekly for 8 weeks. \nFor more information\, kindly reach out to Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-tweens-in-control-virtual/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20241219T232531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T232913Z
UID:10011919-1739473200-1739478600@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for connection\, empathy\, and support as you care for a loved one struggling with a mental illness\, reach out to the BC Schizophrenia Society. \nSessions may cover various topics\, including: \n\nSupport and empathy from other family members\nTechniques for improved communication\nHow to access community resources\, mental health services\, and after-hours support\n\nThere will be light refreshments and drop-ins are welcome. \nSupport groups are held in-person on Jan. 23rd\, Feb 13th\, and Mar 13th at the Guildford Library Meeting Room 15105 105 Ave Surrey. \n2 Online support groups will be held via Zoom; please contact us for more details. \nFor more information\, contact:\nPearl: 604-679-4422 frasersouth@bcss.org\nAnisha: 604-720-3935 fraser@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-family-support-group-3/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Guildford Library Meeting Room\, 15105 105 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3T 2A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anisha Johal":MAILTO:fraser@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T171500
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T025855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T021918Z
UID:10012015-1739894400-1739898900@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control x Chilliwack Youth Health Centre
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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\, from February 4 – April 8\, 2025 (*No session on March 18 and March 25)\nLocation: 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC (by the Tzeachten Soccer Fields)\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email kic2025winter@gmail.com
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-x-chilliwack-youth-health-centre/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, BC\, 6325 Matheson Road\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T024355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T033758Z
UID:10012021-1739894400-1739899800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control (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.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (Virtual) \n\nWeekly\, every Tuesday\, from February 11 – April 1\, 2025\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nFor more information or to join this\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-in-control-virtual/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240417T053313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T191319Z
UID:10009842-1739901600-1739907000@staging.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://staging.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-family-support-group-2/2025-02-18/
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 Morven":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T023059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T023059Z
UID:10011983-1739903400-1739908800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Virtual 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 a virtual Family Support Group for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nFamily 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 severe and persistent mental illness. \nFor more information\, please contact: \nJulia Gillis\n236-638-5516\nvictoria@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/vancouver-island-virtual-family-support-group-4/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:BCSS Vancouver Island – Virtual\, Parksville\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250226T034043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T034043Z
UID:10012031-1739988000-1739997000@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Interior Virtual Strengthening Families Together
DESCRIPTION:This six-session program that provides knowledge\, support\, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Through discussion and group exercises\, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn how to access BCSS Family Support Groups\, services\, and other resources available across the province. \nFamilies and caregivers learn: \n\nReliable information about mental illness\, diagnosis\, and treatment options\nEffective coping and communication skills\nTools to help navigate the mental health system\, local supports\, and resources
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/interior-virtual-strengthening-families-together/2025-02-19/
LOCATION:BCSS Interior – Virtual\, Kamloops\, BC
CATEGORIES:Strengthening Families Together
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachael Ernst":MAILTO:okanagan@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250109T212646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T003131Z
UID:10011980-1739991600-1739997000@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Virtual Family Support Group
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.  \nFamily 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 severe and persistent mental illness. \nFor the Zoom link\, please contact: \nHardeep Thind\n604-787-1814\ncoastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-virtual-family-support-group/2025-02-19/
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:20250220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T173000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20250129T024937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T031310Z
UID:10012006-1740067200-1740072600@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Tweens In Control (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is for kids aged 11-12 and 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. \nProgram goals\n\n\nConnect with others in similar situations.\nGain a better understanding of mental illness and their loved ones.\nBust stigma and dispel misinformation.\nProvide ways to deal with anxiety and stress.\nDevelop healthy coping strategies and resilience.\nEncourage self-care and boundary-setting\n\nThis event will start on February 13\, 2025 (Thursday) and run weekly for 8 weeks. \nFor more information\, kindly reach out to Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-tweens-in-control-virtual/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240417T055211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T191817Z
UID:10010260-1740074400-1740079800@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo 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\n3rd Thursday of each month\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\n\nLocation: Nanaimo North Boardroom\, Vancouver Island Regional Library – 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 5M4\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Christine Riddell at 250-937-1403 or vimanager@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/nanaimo-family-support-group/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Riddell":MAILTO:vimanager@bcss.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T030118
CREATED:20240918T053455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T053456Z
UID:10010022-1740076200-1740081600@staging.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Cowichan Region Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Cowichan 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 every 3rd Thursday of the month\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Cowichan Community Centre – Quamichan Room\, 2/F\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Janet Simpson-Cooke at cowichan@bcss.org
URL:https://staging.bcss.org/event/cowichan-region-family-support-group-2/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Centre – Quamichan Room\, 2/F\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\, Cowichan Community Centre – Quamichan Room\, 2/F\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Simpson-Cooke":MAILTO:cowichan@bcss.org
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