I'M A FAMILY MEMBER, FRIEND OR COWORKER:
Are you concerned about a friend or a coworker? Do you see a family member struggling but you're not sure how to help?
Do you yourself need assistance with a mental health or addiction issue? We can help.
If you're a family member to someone in the Waterfront Industry,
you may also have access to help through the union's ILWU/BCMEA Employee Assistance Plan >
PUBLICLY AVAILABLE MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION RESOURCES
Ending Violence Association of BC > (information for you or someone you know who may be experiencing violence or abuse)
The Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service: 1 800 663 1441 / 604 660 9382
Whether for yourself or someone you care about, find information, options, support, and referrals to a full range of counselling and treatment services across BC. Confidential, multilingual, free, and available 24/7.
Managing Fatigue in Industry - PDF booklet here >
Healing in Colour > (Directory of BIPOC therapists committed to supporting BIPOC in all intersections)
Dr Joy Harden > (based in US but has podcasts and a blog directed at Black women and girls)
KUU-US Crisis Line Society > (operates a 24 hour provincial Aboriginal crisis line for Adults/Elders at 250 723 4050 and Children/Youth at 250 723 2040. Toll Free line: 1 800 588 8717)
Qmunity > (offers free health and wellness counselling provided by practicum students completing their Masters degrees, or low cost counselling provided by Registered Counsellors and Social Workers)
Foundry > (age 12-24)
Youthspace > (under 30, welcoming all backgrounds, religions, races, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities)