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Understanding the root causes of addiction this International Overdose Awareness Day
This International Overdose Awareness Day, experts from BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services explain why treatment and addressing the root causes of addiction are important parts of B.C.’s ongoing overdose crisis response.
Harnessing the power of art and nature for recovery
Read the story of how a mural in the Hummingbird Room at the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction came to life.
Annmarie’s story: The power of community and creativity in overcoming trauma
This is the story of Annmarie, who experienced childhood trauma and abuse at the hands of her former spouse. Today, she looks back on her life with a clearer understanding of how trauma affected her life, and shares what allowed her to heal.
BC nurses become the first in Canada to prescribe life-saving opioid agonist treatment
Meet Jessica Martens, a registered psychiatric nurse who became one of the first certified nurses in the Provincial Health Services Authority to prescribe Suboxone. She joins a team of nurses who were trained to support the toxic drug crisis response.
BCMHSUS presents at BC Housing event on səmiq̓ʷəʔelə/Riverview planning
BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services staff joined the Kwikwetlem First Nation, BC Housing and other community leaders to discuss the future of mental health initiatives on the lands formerly known as Riverview.
Mental health and addictions clients get a sneak peek at the new Red Fish Healing Centre
During the first ever client tour of the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction, clients and family partners were excited to see the state-of-the-art features of the facility, which opens in October.
Integrating research into treatment to provide the best care to complex populations
The Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction is more than just a treatment facility. It will also be home to research and knowledge exchange that will help revolutionize our understanding and treatment of complex concurrent disorders.
Model of care offers new path to recovery and mental health
Every aspect of the Red Fish Healing Centre for Mental Health and Addiction was designed around a unique model of care—one that represents decades of research, experience and expertise in treating the most complex forms of mental health and substance use.
How everyday racism affects everyday mental health
Racism and discrimination, whether conscious or unconscious, can contribute to mental health challenges and create barriers to treatment and support.
Behind the scenes with IT professionals at the Red Fish Healing Centre
With the aid of leading-edge technologies and a team of experts in the field, the Red Fish Healing Centre will be better equipped than ever to provide state-of-the-art care.