Supportive family members are essential to a person’s recovery from mental illness and substance use problems.
Not sure what service is right for you? Our Mental Health and Substance Use team can help you find the right service. Call us at 1-833-866-6478 to get started, from 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., 7 days a week. We will ask you some questions about your situation. We will then guide you through the steps to connect with the right service for you.
If you are in crisis, call the Fraser Health crisis line: 604-951-8855 or 1-877-820-7444 (toll-free). Trained volunteers provide emotional crisis support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Family Support Services team provides services to families, friends and natural supports (FANS) who are supporting another adult living with mental health and/or substance use concerns.
MindWell is a virtual education platform that provides people with tools and activities to reduce their stress levels.
Respecting individuals’ privacy and sharing information with loved ones.
Virtual support groups for families and friends supporting adults living with mental health and/or substance use concerns. Join a support group to meet others facing similar situations.
Subscribe to receive updates from the Family Support Services team. Stay informed about programs and services for families and natural supports of adults living with mental health and/or substance use concerns.
This service helps you create an action plan for your own self-care and well being, while supporting another adult living with a mental health and/or substance use issue.
Skills-development course to help promote healthy relationships and reduce stress in families supporting a loved one who has Borderline Personality Disorder or difficulty regulating their emotions. Offered in partnership with The Sashbear Foundation.
Tools and resources to help start the conversation about overdose prevention.
This free downloadable workbook will help you explore, think about, and create strategies or plans to stay well and pursue the life you want.
Are you looking for more information about how to help someone who is struggling with mental health and/or substance use concerns? Access resources like fact sheets, voice and video recordings, and free online courses in the Family Support Services (FSS) on-line library.