Soma Resources — Mental Health Resources
Soma resource guides for supporting loved ones through mental illness
We understand the challenge of supporting loved ones who are journeying through mental illness. We’ve put together the following resources to help you navigate this difficult season and make use of the resources available in BC.
What to do in a mental health emergency
911. Call 911, go to the nearest emergency room or follow the emergency instructions provided by your doctor, mental health professional or care team. If your community has a mental health car, you can call 911 to request it.Crisis 24 hours: 310-6789 (BC...
Navigating the BC mental health care system for children and youth
1. Emergency If a child, a youth or someone in your care is having a mental health or substance use crisis, for example: threatens or attempts to harm oneself or othershad an alcohol or substance overdose which could be life-threatening Call...
A-Z Directory of mental health resources available in BC
Resources (in Alphabetical order) ADD – Attention Deficit DisorderAddictionAnxietyAutismBC Centre of AbilityBC Children’s HospitalBC Nurse LineDepressionFamily ViolenceGiftednessHealth LiteracyLearning DisabilitiesLoss & GriefMental Health & Substance...