Additional Resources for South Asian Community: Mental Wellness
Websites:
- Center for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/information-in-other-languages
- BC division: https://cmha.bc.ca/ 604-688-3234
- Fact Sheets for Low Risk Drinking Guidelines, Understanding Addiction
- Taraki: https://www.taraki.co.uk/punjabi-mental-health-resources
- Panjabi fact sheets for anxiety, depression, addiction, and meditation
- Here to Help: https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca/
- HealthLink BC
- Breathing Techniques from HealthLink BC
- https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/illnesses-conditions/rehabilitation-and-exercise/stress-management-breathing-exercises-relaxation
Support Groups:
- Family Caregivers of BC Caregiver Support Line: 1-877-520-3267
- Vancouver and Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services Society https://www.vlmfss.ca/multicultural-outreach Phone: 604.436.1025
- Crisis Lines in BC: For Urgent Support https://crisiscentre.bc.ca/get-help/
Consulting Services:
- DIVERSEcity: Individual and Group Counselling for South Asians
- Archway Community Services – Perinatal Support; South Asian Support Group
- Moving Forward Family Services – Free short-term and affordable long-term counselling services
Self-Management:
- Bounce Back Program: Speak on the phone with a coach or read online multilingual health resources to manage depression, anxiety, or stress
- Psych Health and Safety Anti-Depressant Skill Workbook