Funds support mental health and substance use services in North Okanagan
Lake Country CalendarNov 08, 2019
More people in B.C. will have access to community-based low- and no-cost mental health and substance use supports as part of
One of the 29 successful grant recipients is the
The funds support a broad range of mental health and substance use services. These services include easy-to-access counselling, with a focus on marginalized people and those who have faced barriers accessing the supports they need.
"For far too long, counselling was out of reach for many British Columbians," Darcy said. "Today, we are saying loud and clear that the ability to get help should not depend on the size of your bank account or where you live in the province. This new, multi-year funding is a significant step toward a system of care that helps British Columbians get help when and where they need it."
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Examples of funded organizations include a network of Neighbourhood Houses in
The funding is part of A Pathway to Hope: A roadmap for improving mental health and addictions care for everyone in B.C. Implementing the roadmap is a shared priority with the