Institute of Families (FamilySmart™)

Institute of Families is a provincial, non-profit organization that provides families and professionals with information, tools and tips on how to support and assist children with mental health challenges.  

FamilySmart™ is about achieving better mental health outcomes for children and youth – today and for generations to come – by experiencing our shared humanity.

Mission Statement

 

Programs Offered 

  • Parent-in-Residence and Youth-in-Residence Program (support to parents and you - no cost)
  • "In the Know" group support/education sessions (no cost)
  • FamilySmart™ 
  • May 7th, National Child & Youth Mental Health Day

A PDF copy of  "Orientation Guide to Child, Youth and Family Mental Health and Substance Use Services" for Campbell River & Comox Valley areas may be downloaded from resource listed below or by clicking HERE.  This resource assists parents in navigating the child/youth mental health system and education systems in B.C., and provides a list of local services and provincial services.  This Guide was written by families, for families.  

Other resources from Institute of Families can be found here:  http://www.familysmart.ca/resources/

     

Program name (alternate):  previously known as FORCE Society for Kids' Mental Health

Address / Contact Info

Campbell River , BCCampbell River BC
Parent in Residence - Campbell River & Comox Valley : Wendy Safruik
Mailing address:
Mailing Address: PO Box 91697 West Vancouver, BC V7V 3P3
Campbell River and Comox Valley

Phone Numbers

Phone: (855) 887-8004 toll free

Web Links

Service Details

Regional Centres ServedCampbell River, Alert Bay, Comox, Comox Valley, Cortes Island, Courtenay, Oyster River, Sayward
Program fee notesno fees to Families.
Referral protocolself, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development
How to applyCall toll free: 1-855-887-8004
Age ranges servedchild 0-12, youth 13-19, adult 20+

Forms and Resources

Location Map

This program was last updated on: 17 Nov 2017.