As Family & Friends

Emergency Services Foundation: Families Guide

Developed by the Emergency Services Foundation, Victoria, Australia, this Guide is intended to help families of emergency service workers – especially families of volunteers.

A Guide for Families

While first responders are on the front lines responding to emergencies and other traumatic events, their loved ones play important supporting roles. Whether you are a family member, friend, …

2023 Conference – Day 1 – Family Panel

Family Support: A Panel Discussion Members of the BC First Responders’ Mental Health Committee share their experiences on navigating family life while also working as a first responder. This …

Family Support

Resources and support that are available to the families of first responders who may be struggling with their mental health. Camp Maple Leaf Camp Maple Leaf offers a one …

Preventing Suicide

How to reduce the risk of suicide, including looking for warning signs.

Supporting a friend or family member with a mental illness

A resource for families and friends of people in the recovery process from a mental illness.

A practical guide for survivors of suicide

A guide that focuses on the practical matters that survivors need to deal with after a suicide. Includes BC resources.

A toolkit for families

A resource for families supporting children, youth, and adults with a mental or substance use disorder. 5 modules address what disorders are, how to support recovery, skills, and how …