The resources on this page have been recommended for Mission families by MPSD Student Services and Siwal Si’wes Indigenous Education Department:
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Mental Health Hotline in Canada “988”
This line is similar to “911”, however it is for those individuals that are experiencing a mental health crisis versus a physical health crisis. It is to help people connect to suicide prevention services in their immediate area.
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START (short term assessment response treatment):
Provides confidential mental health crisis interventions services for children and teens; crisis include: self-harming, suicidal thoughts or intense anxiety or depression, distorted thinking, or high risk of significantly harming others.
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FNHA: First Nations Perspective on Health & Wellness
“The First Nations Perspective on Health and Wellness aims to visually depict and describe the First Nations Health Authority Vision: Healthy, Self-Determining and Vibrant BC First Nations Children, Families and Communities.”
Click here for a poster.
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Mission Child and Youth Mental Health:
(updated June 2021)
The following resources are recommended for teens and/or parents to try while they are waiting for further mental health services. Many of the recommended resources are supported by clinical or research evidence for treating mental health symptoms and will help children and youth have success outside of a counsellor’s office.
Phone : (604) 820-4300
- Mission Child and Youth Mental Health Recommended Resources
- Additional resources available for download here: MPSD Quick print reference of local organizations.
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Our mission is to support young people in living a good life. This mission was co-created by a diverse group of youth, families, caregivers, staff and service providers across the province. The phrase “living a good life” was inspired by First Nations and Métis youth who participated in a Talking Circle with Foundry, and it acknowledges the diverse nature, experiences and perspectives of health and wellness.
Foundry is a province-wide network of integrated health and wellness services for young people ages 12-24.
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Big Worries, Strong Spirit: The We Are Indigenous: Big Worries, Strong Spirit Program is a no cost telephone and computer based coaching program serving First Nations, Metis, and Inuit families across BC whose children aged 3-12 are experiencing mild to moderate big worries/fears (anxiety).
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Walking Alongside Youth With Depression: “WAY – Depression is a self-paced, culturally and trauma-informed online learning resource designed to provide parents and others caring for a child or youth experiencing mild to moderate depression with practical and accessible information, tools and insights for use in daily life.”
Walking Alongside Youth With Anxiety: A course for foster-care providers and out-of-care/kinship care providers
WAY aims to build mental health literacy and capacity to support Indigenous and non-Indigenous children and youth in their care who are experiencing mild to moderate anxiety. The course focuses on strengthening relationships, responding to youth in culturally safe and practical ways, and recognizing the importance of walking alongside youth.
You will hear about lived experiences of anxiety from parents, care providers, youth, Elders and knowledge keepers, and engage in reflections and learning activities.
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Centennial Place is located in Mission BC and provides opportunities for friendships, leisure, wellness support, and vocational training. Activities are member-driven. It is a hub for mental wellness offering hope and encouragement. Centennial Place’s services are guided by the psychosocial rehabilitation model which is a recovery-oriented, strengths-based approach to mental wellness that is collaborative; person directed and individualized. We provide a supportive environment where members of Centennial Place can socialize, pursue their unique goals, learn new skills and increase their involvement in the community. Programs offered include employment and volunteer services, a young adults program, senior groups, meal programs and more. We are funded by Fraser Health and referral based which people can access through family doctors, case workers etc.
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Contact: 604.826.6810
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Mission Friendship Centre Society:
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Xyólheméylh (Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family services society):
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Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCD):
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“Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7, national support service. We offer professional counselling, information and referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support to young people in both English and French.Whether by phone, text, mobile app or through our website, you can connect with us whenever you want, however you want. Our service is completely confidential — you don’t even have to tell us your name if you don’t want to.”
Try the Breathing Balloon activity to relax your body and mind.
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BC Children’s Hospital: Compass Mental Health Services
“A team of mental health and substance use professionals is only a call away.
Compass is a province-wide service that supports evidence based care to all BC children and youth (0-25) living with mental health and substance use concerns. This is done by supporting community care providers with the information, advice and resources they need to deliver appropriate and timely care to children and youth close to home.”
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MindFlip for Youth: Brain Science Tools for Everyday Living
MindFlip: Brain Science Tools for Everyday Living is a free, self-paced, youth-friendly online program, intended for independent or group learning. MindFlip teaches brain science and skills for mental fitness, including emotional regulation, self-awareness and -compassion, and mindful tools to deal with stress and life challenges. Sessions utilize videos, interactive content, and guided practices.
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Options Community Services: Free 24/7, 7 days a week, Health Crisis Line (all ages). The crisis line can help with concerns, worry, distress, mental health issues, addiction issues, family violence, abuse, loss and so on. The crisis line provides immediate and confidential emotional support, crisis intervention and community resource information to people of all ages.
Ph: 604.951.8855 or Toll Free 1.877.820.7444
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Sara for Women (Mission): 604.820.8455 missionadmin@saraforwomen.ca
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First Nations Health Authority
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Multilingual Mental Health Videos – Ontario Public Health has released multilingual videos to support the mental health of families. Available in English, French, Somali, Arabic and Mandarin, the 2 to 3-minute videos provide ideas and tips on how to become or stay resilient . Thanks to David Keohane from Alberta!
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There are excellent videos and tools for Setting up Learning Spaces, Organizing Materials and Visual Schedules to mention a few.
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The slides in the presentations below by MPSD Youth Care Worker, Jasmin Wells, are full of ideas to support student health and wellness. Designed to support Gr. 7-9 students.
Brain Engagement:
Fun, engaging ideas for how to distract your brain and make use of this time in a healthy way. Designed to support students in Gr. 7-9.
Online Safety:
Expert tips through engaging videos and prompts for students to develop safe habits online. Designed for Gr. 6+
- Free downloads, anxiety plans for both teens and adults and coping strategies for stress/anxiety.
- Try the Mindshift App, recommended by Anxiety Canada, to help you learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and use active steps to take charge of your anxiety. Get the tools to tackle: Worry, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety, Phobias
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- Resources and Guided mindful meditations.
- See the Kelty review and recommendation for the Breathr App.
- Link to Kelty Events
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Virtual Calming Room: Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it can be hard to work through difficult times. This Virtual Calming Room was designed to assist in identifying different strategies for managing emotions. We hope these tools will provide helpful outlets and practices for when life gets tough.
Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional. (Source: School District 196, Minnesota, USA)
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Food and Financial Support for Families:
- St. Joseph’s Food Bank — Mondays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon are the times to pick up hampers. ID, proof of income, proof of residence and Care Cards for eligibility are required. 32646 Logan Ave. For details, click here.
Call or e-mail for info: (604) 814 – 3333 foodcentre@missioncommunityservices.com
- Low cost internet: (For families with income less than $31,120 who have children under 18, please see eligibility requirments) Telus: Internet for Good
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BC Ministry of Education Recommended Resources:
- Key Principles and Strategies for K-12 Mental Health Promotion in Schools: Includes Principles, Strategies and Resource links for schools to build capacity.
- EASE (Every Anxiety Strategies for Educators) at Home program: Available to parents and caregivers for grades K-3 and 4-7. EASE includes five weeks of daily activities that focus on tips and strategies to create calming routines for children and help them talk about difficult emotions and manage their anxiety.
- A comprehensive list of resources and immediate helpline contacts can also be found on the Ministry of Education Mental Well-Being Information and Resources web page.
Curriculum Connections 