Here2Talk

 

 

 

here2talk.ca

Here2Talk is a Government led, and paid for, initiative. The Province of B.C. wants to help improve the access and quality of mental health and addictions services for all British Columbians. A key step towards achieving this goal is to address the needs of post-secondary students.

BC Recovery Benefit

The Provincial Government has released a new benefit to support BC residents.

Eligibility includes:

  • $1,000 for families with annual incomes under $125,000. Families earning up to $175,000 will qualify for a reduced benefit amount. Single-parent families also qualify for these benefit amounts.
  • $500 for single people with annual incomes under $62,500. Single people earning up to $87,500 will qualify for a reduced benefit amount.

To apply and be eligible for the one-time, tax-free benefit, people must:

  • have been a resident of British Columbia on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020;
  • be at least 19 years old on Dec. 18, 2020, unless they are the primary caregiver of a child or cohabitating with a spouse;
  • have filed a 2019 income tax return;
  • have their 2019 income tax notice of assessment, and if applicable, their spouse’s 2019 income tax notice of assessment;
  • have their Social Insurance Number, and if applicable, their spouse’s;
  • have their direct deposit information, including branch, institution and account numbers; and
  • have their B.C. driver’s licence or confirm they do not have one.
  • People can apply until June 2021.
To apply, British Columbians can visit: gov.bc.ca/recoverybenefit

Living Life to the Full

www.livinglifetothefull.ca

This 8-week community-based course provides simple, practical skills for coping with stress, problem solving, boosting your mood, and busting bad thoughts. Living Life to the Full certified facilitators present a new topic at each weekly class, bringing the skills to life though booklets, worksheets, group activities and discussions.

 

Here to Help

www.heretohelp.bc.ca

We’re here to help you find quality information, learn new skills, and connect with key resources in BC. Explore strategies to help you take care of your mental health and use substances in healthier ways, find the information you need to manage mental health and substance use problems, and learn how you can support a loved one.

 

Bounce Back

BounceBack® is a free skill-building program designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered online or over the phone with a coach, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.

Anxiety Canada

Anxiety Canada™ is a leader in developing free online, self-help, and evidence-based resources on anxiety. A registered charity and non-profit organization, Anxiety Canada was established more than twenty years ago to raise awareness about anxiety, and to support access to proven resources and treatment.