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Welcome to the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society's comprehensive resource guide, a vital tool created to support Indigenous individuals during times of crisis and in need of essential services.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Find a meeting near you. A.A. has been helping alcoholics recover for more than 80 years. A.A.'s program of recovery is built on the simple foundation of one alcoholic sharing with another. If your drinking is out of control, A.A. can help.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
Find a meeting near you.
VAFCS Drop-In Alcoholics Anonymous | 1607 E. Hastings St. | (604)-251-4844
The program is open to anyone in the community, and no referral or appointment is required. The group meetings follow the AA 12-step program, which provides a roadmap for overcoming addiction and rebuilding one's life.
This program is held every Wednesday from 7-9 PM in the theatre room.
VAFCS Drop-In Narcotics Anonymous | 1607 E. Hastings St. | (604)-251-4844
The Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre offers an NA drop-in program for Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples looking for support in their journey of addiction recovery in a culturally safe environment. The program follows the traditional 12-step approach of Narcotics anonymous and is available every Tuesday from 7-9 PM in the theatre room.
The Alcohol and Drug Information Referral Service | 1(800)-663-1441
www.wellbeing/substance-use/addictions
Drug and alcohol treatment, detox, self-help and counselling options
24 hour services.
Alano Club of Vancouver | 1525 W 7th Ave, Vancouver | (604)-736-5110
Viewpoint Meetings from Monday to Friday: 10 AM to 11 AM.
Alano Club a 12-step, AA-based recovery support meeting. These are “open” meetings, and anyone is welcome to attend and participate - you need not self-identify as an “alcoholic”. All attending must respect the confidentiality of others attending, and all Alano Club of Vancouver or other required protocols.
Mon - Wed: 9:30am - 9:30pm
Thu - Fri: 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sat - Sun: 9:30am - noon
Indigenous Outpatient Addiction Counselling & Detox Support
Native Court Worker and Counselling Association of British Columbia Alcohol and Drug program helps Indigenous people achieve a healthier and satisfying life free from alcohol and drug use. We are part of an overall system of care that includes Detoxification, Treatment, Residential Programs such as Recovery Houses, other Outpatient Services, Aftercare, Maintenance, Educational Programs, referrals to Courtworkers plus other justice related personnel and other services.
CAPSA Peer Support
The purpose of our peer group meetings is to provide a safe and aware environment for those seeking help to question their relationship with substances, free from stigma or discrimination. APAP™ believes that you will find your answers and the best path for you and your goals for increased wellness. Our group is inclusive of all individuals in or seeking increased health in their relationship with substances. Their families, allies, and professionals are all welcome to attend our meetings.
Carrier Sekani Family Services Addiction Recovery Program
Vanderhoof, BC V0G 3A0
Phone: 250-567-2900
Toll-free: 1-866-567-2333
The integrated Health and Wellness Addiction Recovery Program, "Lhet'sut'en" is delivered by our multidisciplinary team consisting of clinical counsellors and cultural knowledge holders. This program is offered to all Indigenous people and incorporates a blend of traditional healing practices along with evidence based practices in addictions treatment. Our Wellness Workers program provides community-based addictions services focused on prevention, intervention, treatment referral, and after-treatment support.
Kackaamin Family Development Centre
7830 Beaver Creek Road
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8N3
Phone: 250-723-7789
Kackaamin employs Certified Addiction Counsellors that facilitate educational workshops that broaden the knowledge of our adult clientele on a variety of topics and issues. Weekly individual, couple and family counselling along with community capacity building support sessions.
Gya’Wa’Tlaab Healing Centre
PO Box 1018
Haisla, BC V0T 2B0
Phone: 250-639-9817
This centre offers an early recovery/stabilization program to all First Nations, Inuit and other people of Canada. This program can be defined as an assessment, orientation and readiness phase to treatment.
The program utilizes the following program resources to assist clients: acu-detox, physical fitness, psycho-educational group facilitation, mental health counselling, methadone maintenance support, attending physician, attending pharmacist and culturally appropriate ceremonies.
NAMGIS Treatment Centre
PO Box 290
Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0
Phone: 250-974-5522
For ages 19 and up. To meet the goals of the program, a variety of themes are introduced during the six-week program. The program is designed to ensure maximum flexibility to meet client needs within theme areas.
Nenqayni Wellness Centre
PO Box 2529
Williams Lake, BC V2G 4P2
Phone: 250-989-0301
Nenqayni Wellness Centre Mission Statement: To provide holistic healing to First Nations and Inuit youth, families and communities in a safe and secure environment. Staff are certified by the Canadian Council of Professional Certification and receive ongoing training relating to their positions and as required by accreditation and licensing.
North Wind Wellness Centre
PO Box 2480 Station A
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4T9
Phone: 250-843-6977
North Wind Wellness Centre implements a Bio-Psycho-Social affective-based treatment program to help participants heal from the heart. The program provides comprehensive addictions’ treatment for alcohol, drugs, prescription medication, sex, compulsive gambling, process and cross-addictions between the above.
Round Lake Alcohol and Drug Treatment Society
200 Emery Louis Road
Armstrong, BC V0E 1B5
Phone: 250-546-3077
This program addresses the impact of historic and intergenerational trauma by guiding participants through activities and ceremonies that help to resolve trauma, grief and shame. Emphasis in the healing circle is on safety, trust and self-care, and facilitates wellness for Indigenous trauma survivors.
6 and 12 week programs
35-bed facility
does not accept couples
Telmexw Awtexw Treatment Centre
Salish Way
Agassiz, BC V0M 1A1
Phone: (604)-997-2849
Non-residential program
Accessible to clients with physical disabilities, pregnant women, court referral or corrections clients, clients taking other psychoactive medications
Transportation provided to outlying community members to enable attendance at the day program.
Wilp Si' Satxw House of Purification
200 Cedarvale-Ktwng Rd (PO Box 429), Kitwanga, BC
Alcoholics Anonymous & Narcotics Anonymous
These organizations provide mutual support groups for people recovering from substance use disorders. The website gives contacts for groups in any part of Canada.
Alcohol and Substance Use Problems in Children and Youth: Guide for Caregivers
There is information available about alcohol and substance use in children and youth for parents and caregivers. Includes a self-help checklist, screening tools, and tips to find help and support.
Al-Anon and Alateen
This organization provides information and support for family members and friends with a drinking problem. The website gives details of meetings in all provinces and cities.
Check Your Drinking
The evidence-based approach used used on this website is effective for motivating adults with alcohol use problems to change their substance use behaviors. People can compare their drinking patterns with drinking rates of other people in the same age group.
Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction has a mandate to reduce alcohol-and drug-related harms.
Drug Rehab Centers In Canada | 1(877)-254-3348
Drug Rehab Services Canada have helped and referred thousands of people to get help with their addiction. Their goal is for you to get the best advice possible so that you or a loved one can live a fulfilled life free from drugs and alcohol. We are not a treatment center but we can provide referrals for individuals seeking rehab in Canada.
Battered Women's Support Services Crisis Line: (604)-687-1868, Toll free: 1(855) 687-1868
BWSS offers immediate, short-term help to survivors of violence in intimate relationships, childhood sexual abuse and adult sexual assault.
Email: intake@bwss.org
Crisis Centre BC | Suicide Hotline: 1(800)-784-2433 (1(800)-SUICIDE) 24 hrs/day
Anywhere in BC 1-800-SUICIDE: 1-800-784-2433
Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789
Vancouver Coastal Regional Distress Line: 604-872-3311
Sunshine Coast/Sea to Sky: 1-866-661-3311
Seniors Distress Line: 604-872-1234
Online Chat Service for Youth: www.YouthInBC.com (Noon to 1am)
Online Chat Service for Adults: www.CrisisCentreChat.ca (Noon to 1am)
Fraser Health Crisis Line | 604-951-8855 | Toll free: 1(877)-820-7444 (24 hrs/day)
You can call the Crisis Line about anything that is causing you concern, worry or distress. Examples might be suicide thoughts or feelings, mental health problems, addiction issues, family violence, abuse, relationship conflicts, loss, or just plain loneliness.
The Crisis Line provides immediate, free, and confidential emotional support, crisis intervention and community resource information to people of all ages, 24 hours a day – everyday.
Hope For Wellness Line: 1-855-242-3310 (24 hrs/day for all Indigenous Peoples
The toll-free Hope for Wellness Help Line offers 24/7 support to all Indigenous people. Trained counsellors are available by phone at 1-855-242-3310 or online chat at hopeforwellness.ca. This service is available in English and French, and upon request in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (24 hrs/day)
Kids Help Phone is Canada's only toll-free, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, referral, and internet service for children and youth. Every day, professional counsellors provide support to young people in urban and rural communities accross the country.
Kuu-Us Crisis Line Society | Toll free 1-800-588-8717 (24 hrs/day)
ADULTS: 250-723-4050
Adults/Elders line 250-723-4050
Youth line 250-723-2040
Kuu-Us Crisis Line Society provides crisis services for Indigenous people across BC.
MMIWG Crisis Line toll free: 1(844) 413-6649 (24 hrs/day)
Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. If you require immediate support, please contact this national, independent toll free 24/7 support line to speak to a counsellor. This service is available in English, French, Cree, Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) and Inuktitut.
Native Youth Crisis Hotline: 1(877)-209-1266 (24 hrs/day)
This crisis line is available 24/7 for youth, provided as part of a suite of crisis lines and support resources under the umbrella of the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres (BCAAFC) throughout the province of British Columbia.
Métis Crisis Line | 1-(833)-638-4722
Métis Crisis Line is a service of Métis Nation British Columbia. Call 1-833-MétisBC (1-833-638-4722).
The National Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419 (24 hrs/day)
The National Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line provides 24/7 emotional support and crisis intervention services to former students of Residential Schools. In addition, those seeking assistance may be eligible for supports through one of the trauma-informed health and cultural support services (The Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program, Indian Day Schools Health and Cultural Support Services, or Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Health and Cultural Support Services).
Salal Connect call, text, and chat crisis support for survivors of sexual violence
Phone: 604-255-6344 | toll free at 1-877-392-7583.
Text and online chat service is available Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm.
Salal connect is a text and online chat support tool that allows survivors sexualized violence to receive accessible and confidential crisis support. This service is an extension of our crisis line and we are able to provide emotional support, referrals to community resources, and information on Salal’s services.
Talk Suicide Canada: Toll free1-833-456-4566 (24hrs/day) | Text: 45645 4PM - Midnight
Connect to a crisis responder to get help without judgement.
Visit talksuicide.ca
Trans Lifeline: Canada (877) 330-6366 US (877) 565-8860
A trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline | 1 (888) 900 1010 (24hrs/day)
The Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline is a confidential, multilingual service, operating 24/7 to connect victims and survivors with social services, law enforcement, and emergency services, as well as receive tips from the public.
Wellness Together Crisis Lines
Adults: Text Wellness to 741741
Youth: Text wellness to 686868
Indigenous Peoples (crisis phoneline): 1(855) 242-3310
Vancouver Rape Relief & Women's Shelter Crisis Hotline | 604-872-8212 (24 hrs/day)
Get confidential help! Services include:
VictimLink: 1-(800)-563-0808 (24 hrs/day)
ADULTS: 250-723-4050
Adults/Elders line 250-723-4050
Youth line 250-723-2040
Kuu-Us Crisis Line Society provides crisis services for Indigenous people across BC.
AWP: Addiction and Wellness Counselling | 2750 E Hastings St #288 | (604) 675-2551)
This organization develops and provides culturally safe mental wellness and addiction programs for First Nations and Aboriginal individuals in the Lower Mainland. These programs include adult counseling, support groups, and cultural support and teachings. Adult counseling incorporates traditional therapeutic practices, addressing various issues like trauma, residential school experiences, grief, depression, anxiety, and addiction.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
Battered Women's Support Services |1424 Commercial Dr | 604-687-1868
Crisis line: (604) 687-1867 | toll-free 1 (855) 687-1868
Offers cultural services run by Indigenous women for Indigenous women. Direct services include drum groups, counselling, Elder’s and support groups and different ceremonies such as full moon and sweat lodge ceremonies.
Access to Indigenous Women’s Stopping the Violence (STV) Counsellor to assist with trauma, safety planning, feelings awareness, inner child work and loss of cultural identity.
Wildflower Women of Turtle Island Drum Group
Hours: Every Thursday from 6-8pm.
FNHA Virtual Substance Use & Psychiatry Service
Virtual Substance Use & Psychiatry Service is an FNHA service providing virtual specialist support in addictions medicine and psychiatry. This service requires a referral from a health and wellness provider who can support the individual on their journey. First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day can provide referral support for anyone who does not have a provider who can refer them to the program.
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) | toll-free 1-800-721-0066
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) is a partner with the FNHA in providing access to counselling, cultural and emotional support services to former students of residential and day schools, and their families, regardless of status. Call toll-free 1-800-721-0066 or visit www.irsss.ca.
Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program | 1-855-550-5454
Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program provides access to cultural supports and mental health counselling for former students of Indian Residential Schools. The program is available to anyone who attended a school listed in the 2006 Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement, and their family members. Call Health Benefits toll-free 1-855-550-5454 for more information.
Metro Vancouver Indigenous Counselling | 203 - 1448 Commercial Drive | (604)-256-5850
Metro Vancouver Indigenous Counselling is an online platform made up of independent mental health professionals. This platform provides counsellors with a community of practice to assist them in meeting the complex needs of Indigenous peoples throughout British Columbia.
Please complete the client intake form if you are interested in starting your counselling journey.
Native Youth Health & Wellness Centre, UNYA | 1640 E Hastings St | (604) 254-7732
UNYA's Native Youth Health and Wellness Centre (NYHWC) offers culturally-relevant health and wellness services to Indigenous youth aged 12 to 30.
The center provides a safe and welcoming environment for accessing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual support, featuring Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Counsellors, and Elders.
Qmunity | 2750 E Hastings St #288 | (604) 675-2551)
QMUNITY offers ten sessions at a reduced cost of health and wellness counselling. In some circumstances, free counselling may also be an option for folks. If you are unable to afford our counselling fee we may still be able to accommodate you.
Appointments are available during business hours, 10am-6pm, Monday to Friday.
* The waitlist for our low-cost counselling program is currently open. However, please be aware that due to capacity limits many individuals have been experiencing wait times longer than three months.
Please note that signing up for the free program incurs a waitlist estimate time of 6-8 months.
Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society | Toll free: 1-800-721-0066
Tsow-Tun Le Lum Society provides confidential outreach services such as counselling, cultural supports and personal wellness programs. Call toll-free 1-888-403-3123 or visit www.tsowtunlelum.org.
Adolescent Self Injury Foundation (ASIF)
www.adolescentselfinjuryfoundation.com
ASIF is a non-profit organization created for the purpose of offering hope in the recovery process for adolescent and young adult self-injurers and their families. The work to raise awareness and create positive outcomes for adolescent and young adult populations. We provide resources to navigate the journey towards wellness and recovery.
Anxiety Canada
This website provides information on anxiety related disorders, and links to provincial societies and other useful organizations and pharmaceutical companies.
MacAnxiety Research Centre
The macanxiety Research Centre website has information and resources about anxiety-related disorders.
National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health
As part of a mental health series produced by the National Collaborating Centre on Aboriginal Health (NCCIH), authors Sherry Bellamy and Cindy Hardy explore post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression among Aboriginal peoples in Canada.
Bipolar Caregivers
This website provides infomation on how to support a person with bipolar disorder. The advice on this website is based on the consensus of expert panels of clinicians, caregivers, and people with bipolar disorder.
Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI)
EPI promotes early detection, educates about psychosis, and provides direction for seeking help. It is packed with information and resources for young people experiencing psychosis and their families.
Here to Help
www.heretohelp.bc.ca/indigenous.ca
Seven agencies from British Columbia came together to support this website which recognizes that people need to have access to quality information on mental health and substance use problems. You will find a guide on bipolar disorder and other helpful mental health resources.
Self-injury Outreach & Support (SiOS)
SiOS is a non-profit outreach initiative providing information and resources about self-injury to those who self-injure, those who have recovered, and those who want to help.
Schizophrenia Society of Canada
This Schizophrenia Society of Canada works to improve the lives of those affected by schizophrenia and related disorders, along with their families. The site provides information and tells you how you can get involved in advocacy.
Schizophrenia 24X7
www.schizophrenia24x7.co.za/home
Suicide Prevention Toolkit
First Nations Health Authority has created a planning toolkit for First Nations and Aboriginal Communities to prevent and respond to Suicide:
Covenant House Vancouver | 1302 Seymour Street | 604.685.7474
Covenant house drop-in Centre offers youth free clothing and hygiene supplies during Drop-in hours from Monday to Friday at 9AM - 5:30PM'
Meal Schedule:
Monday to Friday:
Breakfast: 9 am - noon.
Soup & pastries: noon - 3 pm.
Dinner: 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm.
Exception: no lunch on Thursdays.
DTES Women's Centre | 302 Columbia St. Vancouver | 604.681.8480
DTES Women's Centre offers free clothing and food for women at risk of violence and poverty at both of their drop-in locations. Both locations are closed on income assistance payment days:
302 Columbia Street, Vancouver | Hours: Monday - Tuesday: 10AM - 4PM, Wednesday: 11AM - 4PM, Thursday - Sunday: 10AM - 4PM. Breakfast is served at 10 AM and lunch is served at 12 PM, 7 days per week.
25 East Hastings Street, Vancouver | Hours: Monday - Friday: 12:30PM - 9:30PM. Dinner is served at 6 PM, Monday through Friday.
Directions Youth Services | 1138 Burrard Street | (604) 633 1472
Evelyne Saller Centre | 404 Alexander Street | (604) 633 3075
Gathering Place Cafeteria | 609 Helmcken Street | 604-665-2391
The Gathering place serves three meals each day at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their kitchen offers a healthy menu, made with the freshest food possible at a low price. See the weekly menu posted here.
Breakfast: 9am – noon ($2.25)
Lunch: 11:30am – 4:30pm ($2.75)
Dinner: 4:30pm – 7pm ($3.50)
The Door Is Open | 255 Dunlevy Ave, Vancouver | 604.669.0498
The Door Is Open is a drop-in ministry that provides food, clothing, counselling, and shelter services and referrals, located in the Downtown Eastside. They offer a free lunch program everyday with "women only" days.
Hours:
Monday: 11:00AM Lunch
Tuesday 11:00 am Lunch
♀️ Wednesday: 8:30 am, Women’s Breakfast | 10:30 am, Women’s Lunch
Thursday:11:00 am Lunch
Friday: 11:00 am Lunch
Saturday: 11:00 am Lunch
Sunday 12:00 pm Lunch
WISH Drop-In Centre | 330 Alexander St. Vancouver | 604.681.9244
WISH provides women who are street based sex workers with a welcome space where they can eat a hot meal, use showers, or collect clothing and hygiene supplies. WISH is open to all self-identified women and gender-diverse folks who are past or present sex workers.
Hours: 6pm-12pm (the next day), 365 days of the year.
Donations Room: 6:30pm-9pm; 11:30pm-3am; 8:30am-12pm
Meal Times:
Dinner: 6pm-8pm
Evening Snack: 10pm
Overnight Snack: 1am-4am
Breakfast: 7am-9am
Morning Snack: 10:30am
YWCA Crabtree Corner | 533 E. Hastings St. Vancouver | 604.216.1650
YWCA Crabtree Corner offers self-identified women and their families who have experienced abuse with different programs and services which include free nutritious breakfasts and lunches, five days a week.
Breakfast hours
Monday to Friday:
8:45am-9:45am
Lunch drop-in hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:
1:00pm- 2:30pm
Wednesday:
12:00pm-1:15pm
Directions Youth Services | 1138 Burrard Street | (604) 633 1472
Evelyne Saller Centre | 404 Alexander Street | (604) 665 3075
Gathering Place Community Centre | 609 Helmcken Street | (604) 665 2391
Gathering Place Community Centre | 609 Helmcken Street | 604-665-2391
The Door is Open | 255 Dunlevy Avenue | (604) 669 0498
Downtown Eastside Women's Centre | 302 Columbia Street | (604) 681 8480
Covenant House | 575 Drake Street | (604) 638 4438
Jordans Principle | 1-(855)-572-4453
This program ensures that all Indigenous children can access the medical, social, and educational services they need regardless of where they live in Canada or their family's financial situation. This includes funding for equipment, therapies, and other specialized services that may not be covered by existing programs.
To access the program, families can submit a request for services or supports through VAFCS. The program's team will work with families to assess their child's needs and identify appropriate services or supports. Email: jpsc@vafcs.org OR,
submit a request for services through Jordan's Principle's phone line: 1-855-JP-CHILD (1-855-572-4453)
BC Women's Health Foundation: Maternal + Newborn Health
BC Women's Health Foundation helps women through women-centred care before, during, and after birth.
Emergency Support Fund: for emergency accommodations, transportation support, cafeteria or grocery vouchers.
Aboriginal Mother Centre Society | 2019 Dundas St. | 604.558.2627
Aboriginal Mother Centre Society programs include transformational housing, a licensed daycare, family wellness, and a community kitchen.
Family wellness program contact:
programs@aboriginalmotherscentre.ca
604.558.2627
Aboriginal Head Start Program (AHS) | 1607 E. Hastings Street) | (778) 832 2197
Family Support Program Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society | 1607 E Hastings St.
This program is designed to provide parents with the skills and knowledge they need to raise healthy, happy children.
Includes one-on-one counselling, group sessions, and workshops that cover a range of topics such as effective communication, positive discipline, and child development.
Email: familysupport@vafcs.org
HIPPY Program Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society | 1607 E Hastings St. | 604.251.4844
Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society | 745 Clark Drive | (604) 872 6723
BC Women's Hospital | 4500 Oak St. Vancouver | 604.875.2424
BC Women's Abortion Clinic (care program) | 4500 Oak St., entrance 7 | 604.875.2022
Vancouver General Hospital | 899 W 12th Ave. Vancouver | 604.875.4111
Lions Gate Hospital | 231 East 15th Street, North Vancouver | 604.988.3131
Burnaby Hospital | 3935 Kincaid Street | 604.431.2881
Surrey Memorial Hospital | 13750 96th Ave, Surrey | 604.581.2211
Royal Columbian Hospital | 330 East Columbia St, New Westminster | 604.520.4253
Care Point Medical Clinic | 1623 Commercial Dr. | 604.254.5554
Walk-in available during morning hours.
Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9 AM - 7 PM
FNHA First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day | 1-(855)-344-3800
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day provides virtual health care and referral support for people who do not have a doctor or are unable to get an appointment. It is for all First Nations people living in BC and their family members, including family members who are not Indigenous.
Hours: Doctors are available by video or phone from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Lu'ma medical Centre | 2970 Nanaimo St. | 604.558.8822
Services are for Indigenous peoples.
Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society Primary Care Clinic | 449 E. Hastings st. | 604.255.9766
Services include medical and dental services, Elders and cultural programs, and children and family services.
Kilala Lelum Urban Indigenous Health and Healing Cooperative | 626 Powell St. | 604.620.4010
Kilala Lelum partners with Indigenous Elders, physicians, and allied health professionals. They focus on HIV management, opioid agonist therapy (OAT), and other chronic conditions such as COPD, diabetes and hepatitis C.
Commercial Drive Medical Clinic | 1515 Commercial Dr. | 604.255.5922
Hours:
Monday to Fridays: 9 AM - 4 PM
WELL Health - Hastings Sunrise Medical Clinic | 102 - 2280 E. Hastings St. | 604.
Hours:
Mondays to Fridays: 9 AM - 4 PM
Saturdays: 9 AM - 11:30 AM
Grandview-Woodlands Mental Health Clinic | 1669 E. Broadway, 3rd floor | 604.675.3990
This clinic is for adults aged 19 and above with moderate to severe mental health, substance use, and concurrent mental health and substance use disorders or conditions. Clients, families and health care providers can contact the Vancouver Access and Assessment Centre (AAC) for referrals to any Vancouver Community Adult Mental Health and Substance Use team.
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Kitsilano-Fairview Mental Health Team | 210 West 43rd Ave. | 604.736.2881
This clinic provides services such as screening, assessment, rehabilitation programs, support and referrals.
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Midtown Mental Health | 2450 Ontario Street | 604.872.8441
Services are available to patients over the age of 19 with a doctors referral. Services include mental health assessment, psychiatric diagnosis, treatment planning, care coordination, counselling and support, therapeutic and educational groups, psycho-social rehabilitation, peer and family support, health and wellness clinic support, therapeutic residential program.
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
Northeast Mental Health Team | 222-2750 E Hastings St. | 604.675.3890
Mental Health teams will asses and treat adults who are diagnosed with a major mental illness and experiencing significant problems that interfere with daily tasks. This Clinic Requires a referral.
Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Strathcona Mental Health Team | 330 Heatley Ave | 604.253.4401
This clinic offers services to ages 19 and over who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health, substance use, and concurrent mental health and substance use disorders or conditions.
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Weekends: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
VAHS Dental Clinic / Eastside Dental Clinic | 455 E. Hastings St. | 604.254.9900
They offer a wide range of treatments, including screenings, hygiene services, dental fillings, extractions, implants, dentures, sedation options, etc. They also offer counselling services for dental trauma, fear, and anxiety, as well as some dental lab services.
- Appointment-only basis.
BC Women's Hospital Sexual Assault Services
They provide care to anyone 13 years or older who has been sexually assaulted within the past 7 days. Their services include:
You can go directly to one of these hospitals:
Call Women Against Violence Against Women (WAVAW), at 604-255-6344, for accompaniment to the VGH emergency.
Sheway | 533 E. Hastings St. | 604.216.1699
Sheway offers health and social services to pregnant women with substance use issues. Programs include prenatal and postnatal care, primary health care, counseling, addiction management, parenting support, and assistance with basic needs like nutritious meals, food coupons, clothing and more. There is also First Nations support, a community kitchen, music therapy, advocacy and community referrals.
Sheway provides daily hot lunches, food coupons, food bags, prenatal vitamins, formula, and supplies when supplies are available.
Drop-in hours:
Monday to Friday: 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Medical clinic hours:
Monday to Friday: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 1 PM - 4 PM
also available by phone.
Vancouver Native Health Society | 449 E. Hastings St, Vancouver | 604.254.9937
Vancouver Native Health Society offers multicultural care, treatment, and support program for anyone who has proof from a physician of a positive HIV status. Services include a maximally assisted therapy program for medication dispensing, medication teaching and nursing care, methadone treatment, addiction counselling, outreach services, advocacy, social and leisure day programs, food bank, and 25 portable housing subsidies.
Vancouver Women's Health Collective | 29 W Hastings St. | 604.736.5262
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 11AM - 7PM
STI Clinic | 655 W 12th Ave | 604.707.5600
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:30AM - 4PM
AIDS Vancouver | Suite 401 - 1101 Seymour St. | 604.893.2201
For people who are HIV positive.
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10AM - 4PM
Adolescent Self Injury Foundation (ASIF)
www.adolescentselfinjuryfoundation.com
ASIF is a non-profit organization created for the purpose of offering hope in the recovery process for adolescent and young adult self-injurers and their families. The work to raise awareness and create positive outcomes for adolescent and young adult populations. We provide resources to navigate the journey towards wellness and recovery.
Anxiety Canada
This website provides information on anxiety related disorders, and links to provincial societies and other useful organizations and pharmaceutical companies.
MacAnxiety Research Centre
The macanxiety Research Centre website has information and resources about anxiety-related disorders.
National Collaborating Centre for Indigenous Health
As part of a mental health series produced by the National Collaborating Centre on Aboriginal Health (NCCIH), authors Sherry Bellamy and Cindy Hardy explore post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression among Aboriginal peoples in Canada.
Bipolar Caregivers
This website provides infomation on how to support a person with bipolar disorder. The advice on this website is based on the consensus of expert panels of clinicians, caregivers, and people with bipolar disorder.
Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI)
EPI promotes early detection, educates about psychosis, and provides direction for seeking help. It is packed with information and resources for young people experiencing psychosis and their families.
Here to Help
www.heretohelp.bc.ca/indigenous.ca
Seven agencies from British Columbia came together to support this website which recognizes that people need to have access to quality information on mental health and substance use problems. You will find a guide on bipolar disorder and other helpful mental health resources.
Self-injury Outreach & Support (SiOS)
SiOS is a non-profit outreach initiative providing information and resources about self-injury to those who self-injure, those who have recovered, and those who want to help.
Schizophrenia Society of Canada
This Schizophrenia Society of Canada works to improve the lives of those affected by schizophrenia and related disorders, along with their families. The site provides information and tells you how you can get involved in advocacy.
Schizophrenia 24X7
www.schizophrenia24x7.co.za/home
Suicide Prevention Toolkit
First Nations Health Authority has created a planning toolkit for First Nations and Aboriginal Communities to prevent and respond to Suicide:
Access Pro Bono Lawyer referral service | 604-687-3221
This lawyer referral service through Access Pro Bono helps British Columbians find a suitable legal professional to resolve their legal problem. Any BC resident can call them at (604) 687-3221, or use their 24/7 hour online booking service, to meet with a lawyer or a lower-cost articulating clinician.
Family Duty Counsel Services through Legal Aid BC | (604)-601-6086 | 800 Hornby St.
Legal Aid B.C's Family Duty Counsel (FDC) assists people with lower incomes who are representing themselves in court if you have a family law or child protection issue. FDC are lawyers who can provide advice about:
In-person services available Monday to Friday from 9 AM - 4 PM. Call (604)-601-6086
Indigenous Community Legal Clinic | 604-822-5421 | 148 Alexander St #101
The Indigenous Community Legal Clinic (ICLC) is an educational legal clinic of the Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC that provides legal services to the Indigenous Community. They provide free legal representation for people who qualify for legal assistance and have a legal issue that falls under the jurisdiction of the British Columbia Provincial Courts. Some examples of cases dealt with at the ICLC include:
Office Hours:
The ICLC is open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. Their office is closed for intakes on Thursday due to administrative duties.
Email: iclc@allard.ubc.ca
Legal Aid B.C | (604)-408-2172 | #400 - 510 Burrard Street, Vancouver
Legal Aid B.C gives priority for free services to people with low incomes, but many services are available to all British Columbians. Their services include information provided by publications, insights from the Aboriginal Legal Aid in BC and Family Law website, assistance from intake assistance, collaborative community partners and legal navigators. Expert Guidance is provided by duty counsel lawyers and family advice lawyers. For those eligible, representation is attainable, for substantial family challenges, child protection cases through Parents Legal Centres, matters pertaining to criminal law, and specific issues encompassing immigration, mental health and prison law.
Apply for legal aid by phone: Greater Vancouver (604)-408-2172 or B.C wide 1(866)-577-2525
Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri - 9 AM to 4 PM
Wed - 9 AM to 2:30 PM
Parents Legal Centres through Aboriginal Legal Aid B.C | (604)-408-2172
Parents Legal Centres (PLCs) can provide a free lawyer and an advocate to help parents address the social workers concerns about their children's safety (child protection) early on. Other services include having legal representation in court and outside court meetings, advocacy, and referrals to other public agencies. This service is available to parents any time after the social worker contacts them.
If you are unsure if you live near a PLC, you can access this map to find a location near you or call Legal Aid B.C: Greater Vancouver (604)-408-2172 or B.C wide 1(866)-577-2525
Rise Women's Legal Centre | 516 Richards Street, Vancouver | Intake: (236)-317-9000
Rise is a pro bono community legal clinic and teaching facility serving women and gender diverse people all over BC. Their legal assistance can help you with:
For client intake contact: intake@womenslegalcentre.ca, call (236)-317-9000. OR fill out this safe contact form and have Rise safely contact you.
Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre | (604)-442-4352 | contactus@cwhwc.com
Catherine White Holman Wellness Centre provides low-barrier wellness and legal services to Two-spirit, transgender and gender non-conforming people in a way that is respectful and celebratory of client's identity and self-expression.
Legal services provided include:
To request an appointment contact: (604)-422-4352, email contactus@cwhwc.com or fill out the appointment request form on their website.
Native Courtworker Services | 1999 Marine Dr. #207 | (604)-985-5355
Native Courtworker Services provide Indigenous accused at the earliest stage possible stage, and all stages of the criminal justice process with timely and accurate information. services include:
Stand Informed legal advice | (604) 673 3143 | standinformed@clasbc.net
Stand Informed offers free confidential legal advice to inform your decisions. Their lawyers provide up to three hours of free and confidential legal advice to anyone in British Columbia who has been sexually assaulted. Their lawyers will your rights and legal options that are available.
They can also assist with connections to support workers, counselling, community-based victim services, Healthcare services.
Family Information Liaison Unit (FILU) | 1-(888)- 355-0064 (toll-free) | BCFILU@gov.bc.ca
BC's Family Information Liaison Unit is funded by Justice Canada through the Federal Victims Strategy's Victims Fund. They offer specialized services to families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people by helping families access all the available information they are seeking about their missing and murdered loved ones from multiple government sources.
Help includes:
1660 Shelter | 1660 E. Hastings | 604.428.3625
This is a 24-hour emergency shelter for ages 17 and above.
This shelter provides breakfast and dinner, onsite showers, hygiene supplies, first aid, clothing, emergency bus tickets and access to local calling.
There are also scheduled nurses, pediatric doctors, and Indigenous healers on a bi-weekly basis.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pet-friendly
- zero drugs or alcohol tolerance on property.
Aboriginal Shelter | 201 Central St. | 604.682.5556
This shelter is for ages 19 and over with services that include dinner, breakfast, personal hygiene products, and storage (50Ibs<).
The shelter opens at 3 PM daily on a first-come first-serve basis and closes at 10 AM. Curfew is at 11 PM.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Pet-friendly.
- Zero drugs or alcohol on property.
The Crosswalk Shelter | 108 E. Hastings St. | 604.646.6871
This shelter opens at 9:30 PM and closes after 2 AM.
Services include coffee, snacks, and a bagged lunch, as well as referrals, first aid, and support.
- No storage space.
- Not pet Friendly
- Not Wheelchair Accessible.
- zero drugs or alcohol tolerance on property.
Springhouse Emergency Shelter and 2nd Stage Housing | 333 E. 16th Ave.
This Shelter is for women only who are above the age of 19.
The 24-hour intake line: 604.606.0412.
The 2nd sage housing inquiries: 604.606.0420.
- This shelter is trans inclusive and for all self-identifying women.
- pet friendly.
- wheelchair accessible.
New Fountain Shelter | 356 E. Hastings St. | 604.669.3306 / 604.723.5637
This shelter is open from 7PM to 9AM and is for ages 25 and above.
Services include breakfast, dinner, bagged lunch, advocacy, information and referral, outreach, and by-donation clothing. There are also scheduled nurses and social workers available.
- oxygen tank permitted
- storage space available.
- pet friendly.
- Wheelchair accessible.
Belkin House | 555 Homer St. | 604.681.3405
This shelter is for men and women (above 19 years) with or without children.
- Trans inclusive
- Zero drugs and alcohol tolerance on property
- Wheelchair Accessible.
Yukon Shelter | 2088 Yukon St. | 604.264.1680
This shelter opens at 4 PM and provides meals, crisis counselling, case planning, and referral/liaison for education, vocational training, and employment needs.
- wheelchair accessible
- pet friendly - small pets only
North Shore Housing Centre Shelter | 705 West 2nd Street, North Vancouver | 604.982.9126
This shelter is for ages 18 and above with services that include 24-hour staff to help with housing, financial, and mental/ physical health. Meals are also provided.
- pet friendly
- wheelchair accessible
Guildford Shelter | 14716 104th Avenue, Surrey | 778.293.0889
This shelter offers three meals daily including snacks, access to showers and laundry facilities. Health related services are available that include medication management, home nursing through referral, home care nursing referrals, and oxygen tank storage.
- Trans inclusive
- lockers available
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Pet Friendly.
Powell Place Emergency Shelter for Women | 329 Powell Street | 604.582.0408
This shelter offers 24 hour intakes. Services include three meals daily, one-on-one support and advocacy, crisis intervention, referrals, housing assistance, and accompaniment to appointments.
Health services include 24-hour access to bed rest, medication storage, home nursing and home care support through referral, and harm reduction supplies.
- This shelter is trans inclusive and for self - identifying women.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- not pet friendly.
Parkway Shelter | 1066 City Park Way, Surrey | 604.582.0408
Provides laundry, showers, and meals are provided.
- pet friendly.
- wheelchair accessible.
IMOUTO Housing for Young Women | 120 Jackson Ave. | 604.215.0369
available for all self-identifying women for ages 16-24.
Downtown Eastside Women's Emergency Shelter | 412 E. Cordova Street. | 604.423.4807
This shelter is open 24 hours and is open to all self-identifying women.
- Wheelchair accessible.
- pet friendly
Aboriginal Youth Safehouse | 1618 E. Hastings St. | 887.223.4321
This shelter is offered to youth ages 16-18 years.
services include resources that help young people make positive changes in their lives including one-to-one support, information and referrals, advocacy, and access to computers, telephones, bus tickets, clothes, and support from other UNYA programs.
Covenant House Vancouver | 1280 Seymour St. | 604.685.7474
This shelter is for young people ages 16 - 24. Services include meals, substance-use counselling, integrated case management, clean clothes, service referrals, life skills workshops, medical care, transportation assistance, recreational activities, mental health care, employment assistance, and spiritual care.
- This is a trans inclusive space.
Marc's Place | 550 Cambie Street | 604.660.4927
This is a 24-hour intake shelter for youth aged 13 to 15 years old. Melas are provided.
Intake (24 hours): 604.660.4927
Intake (24-hour, toll free): 800.663.9122
- Wheelchair Accessible.
Vi Fineday Family Shelter Society | 1906 West 15th Avenue | 604.736.2423
This shelter is for families and provides services such as meals and snacks, locker access, and bus tickets. Heath-related services include 24-hour access to bed rest, medication storage, and home nursing through referral.
- not wheelchair accessible.
- not pet-friendly
- zero tolerance for alcohol and drug use; and must be clean two weeks prior to admission.
Westminster Bible Chapel | 7540 6th Street, Burnaby | 778.378.1700
EWR Phone Number: 604.255.0340
This shelter is open between November and March and provides meals.
The Gathering Place Temporary Shelter | 609 Helmcken Street | 778.378.1700
This shelter is for ages 18 and over that runs in November until May from 8:30 PM to 7:30 AM. Meals and snacks are provided and services include showers, laundry, hygiene products and clothing.
- This shelter is trans inclusive.
- Pet Friendly (dogs and cats only)
- no shopping carts
- zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs on property.
Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre | 1607 E. Hastings Street | (604) 251 4844
Lookout Outreach Programs | 2088 Yukon Street | (604) 681 0092 / (604) 264 1680 / (604) 264 1623
Anchor of Hope Drop-In Centre | 119 East Cordova St. | 604.833.2142
Drop-In hours: open from 1 PM to 4 PM.
They provide access to information, resources, and other support services. Visitors can relax with a snack or cup of tea or participate in board games, coloring, movie screenings, and socializing with others.
DTES Women's Centre | 302 Columbia St. / 25 E. Hastings St. Vancouver | 604.681.8480
This drop-in center is for all self-identifying women who can access in house housing, victim services and a mental health advocacy team.
They provide hot meals, clothing, washroom and shower accessibility, secure mailing address, toiletries, pads and tampons, harm reduction supplies and first aid.
LUMA Native Housing Society | 2960 Nanaimo St. | 604.876.0811
LUMA provides affordable housing to Indigenous families and individuals with low to moderate incomes.
Individuals must be Indigenous.
Senior Services Society | 750 Carnarvon St, New Westminster | 604.520.6621
A temporary housing program for seniors for up to 3 months aged 60 and above.
Zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs on property.
Miyotehew Supportive Housing | miyotehewsupport@atira.bc.ca | 604.329.4261
This is a two-year transitional program for women and their children. Women should already have full custody before applying and are asked to participate in daily/weekly programming.
This is an abstinent-focused program, alcohol and substances are not allowed on the floor or in the units.
Sorellas Family program | sorella@atira.bc.ca | 604.681.1766
This is a two-year-transitional program for women and their children in Vancouver. Women must have an open protection file with the ministry (MCFD or VACFSS). Women must already have 3 overnight visits a week with their children to be considered for the program. Or a social worker must confirm that visits can begin as soon as they enter the program.
Cadence Housing, Richmond | cadence@atira.bc.ca | 778.873.7805
This is a two-year transitional program for women and their children in a high barrier building. 14 - 2 bedroom units and 1 studio unit.
Maxxine Wright Shelter, Surrey | mwsheltersupport@atira.bc.ca | 604.582.2121
This is a 2-year transitional program for women and their children that is harm reduction based. Women who are pregnant or women who have at least one child under the age of two can apply to the program. women are expected to participate in programming, which includes parenting skills, Indigenous cultural programming, 16 steps, etc.
Koomseh Shelter, Surrey | koomsehsupport@support.bc.ca | 604.501.9294
This is a 2-year transitional program for women and their children fleeing violence in intimate relationships looking for longer-term stay. Priority is given to women in 1st stage transition houses.
Spirit Lodge Transition House | 3965 Dumfries St. Vancouver | 604.874.6629
This is a 1st stage transition house providing women and children fleeing domestic violence a safe and supportive space. The lodge provides 24-hour staff on-hand with a place to stay for up to 30 days.
Kate Booth House | 778.999.9219
This is a short-term confidentiality located transition house providing safe shelter for up to 25 women and children at risk of violence. Spots are available to all self-identifying women over the age of 18.
- No referrals needed
Marguerite Dixon House | 604.872.7774
This is a safe house for women with or without children with no referral required.
- No boys over the age of 18.
Virgina Sam Transition House | 604.298.3454
This is a transition house for only women and their children.
- Trans inclusive.
Evergreen | 604.584.3301
This is a safe house for women and their children only through referral.
- Trans Inclusive.
YWCA Munroe House | Vancouver, BC
Contact our staff for more information or for an application form:
Yasmin B., Property Services Assistant
propertyservicesassistant@ywcavan.org
Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays
YWCA Munroe House is located in Vancouver and is close to transit, shopping and schools. Programs and amenities onsite:
YWCA Arbour House | Surrey, BC
Contact our staff for more information or for an application form:
Yasmin B., Property Services Assistant
propertyservicesassistant@ywcavan.org
Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays
YWCA Arbour House is located in Surrey, and is close to transit, shopping and schools. Programs and amenities onsite:
YWCA Eyrie House | Vancouver, BC
Contact our staff for more information or for an application form:
Yasmin B., Property Services Assistant
propertyservicesassistant@ywcavan.org
Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays
YWCA Eyrie is located in Vancouver, close to transit, shopping and schools.
Programs and amenities onsite:
Anderson Lodge Healing Centre for Women | 2716 Clarke Dr. | 604.874.1246
This recovery house supports Indigenous women leaving federal institutions or experiencing homelessness. They provide visitors with culturally safe spaces and respectful holistic services, other programs include life skills development, Elder support, addiction education, employment programs, cultural teachings, and counselling.
Individuals can be referred to be a correctional institutions, courts, or other resources; self-referrals included.
Charlford House Society for Women | 6845 Kitchener St, Vancouver | 604.420.4626
This program offers a supportive drug and alcohol-free environment with accommodation and balanced meals. Activities include yoga, group and individual therapy, addiction education motivational guest speakers, written exercises, referrals, recreational activities, and personal development opportunities. They incorporate several First Nations traditions and practices, such as the medicine wheel teachings, drumming circles, smudges, and sweats.
Turning Point Recovery Society | 7000 Minoru Blvd, Richmond | 604.875.1710
This recovery home is for individuals above the age of 19 for a length of stay between 90 and 120 days. Services include individual and group counselling, life skills training, employment and education readiness support, and referrals.
To be admitted, clients must be abstinent for 48-72 hours and have a negative TB test.
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