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
Mailing Address: PO Box 91697 West Vancouver, BC V7V 3P3
Phone Numbers
Service Details
Regional Centres Served | Campbell River, Alert Bay, Comox, Comox Valley, Cortes Island, Courtenay, Oyster River, Sayward |
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Program fee notes | no fees to Families. |
Referral protocol | self, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development |
How to apply | Call toll free: 1-855-887-8004 |
Age ranges served | child 0-12, youth 13-19, adult 20+ |
Categorization
Forms and Resources
Location Map
This program was last updated on: 17 Nov 2017.