It can be hard knowing that something is wrong and that you or a loved one needs to get help. It can sometimes be even harder to figure out where to go next. CMHA wants to help.
We've highlighted a few good starting points in the menu for this section to point you in the right direction. But because each person, family, diagnosis, community, and needs are so different, the phone-based Mental Health Information Line can provide you with more details for your situation. Or you can email us at .
Useful Things to be Aware of:
- CMHA Branches
- Places to get Treatment (e.g., medication or counselling) such as family doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists or clinical counsellors, and mental health teams/centres
- Crisis Lines
- Support Groups
Other Useful Resources:
- BC Mental Health Information Line for referrals to agencies and services where you live
- Employment Services Inventory for a listing of agencies in your community that can support you in your pursuit of work opportunities
- Vancouver Coastal Mental Health Resource Guide for Richmond, North Shore and Vancouver. Similar guides can be found for the Okanagan (601 Kb PDF). For other regions, contact your local branch or call the BC Mental Health Information Line.
