Family Support Group
Prince Rupert Family Support Group is for the families, friends, and caregivers of any individual living with a mental illness. A diagnosis is not required to attend the support group.
The group provides a safe and supportive environment to share and learn from each other. Participants gain emotional support; practical tips and strategies; education and information; and an opportunity to de-stress.
Organized by the Prince Rupert Branch of the British Columbia Schizophrenia Society.
Program name (alternate): BCSS Family Support Group
Address / Contact Info
BC Schizophrenia Society
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up to 8-10 participants
635 McKay street
Apartments are across the dog park
Prince Rupert, BCV8J 3X6
Regional Educator
: Reneé Irvine
Northwest Regional Educator : Stephanie Gardner
Northwest Regional Educator : Stephanie Gardner
Mailing address:
635 McKay street
Prince Rupert, BC
V8J 3X6
635 McKay street
Prince Rupert, BC
V8J 3X6
building is kind of across the dog park. There is a little park in the location. I work from home mostly so best to contact me via phone/email to arrange a meeting.
Phone Numbers
Prince Rupert Regional Educator: (250) 600-0164
Northwest Regional Educator: 1(250) 922-5178
Hours of Operation
Regular hours: Third Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM to 7-7:30 PM. September to June
Walk-in hours: After pre-registration, drop in type meeting.
Amenities
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Areas Served
| Communities Served | Houston and Area, Smithers and Area, Hazelton and Area, Kitimat and Area, Prince Rupert and Area, Daajing Giids and Area, Masset and Area, Gitlaxt'aamiks and Area |
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| Communities Served | Gingolx, Gitwinksihlkw, Laxgalts'ap, Gitsegukla, Gitwangak, Kispiox, Haisla, Gitga'at, Gitxaala, Lax Kw'alaams, Metlakatla, Port Edward, Telkwa, Witset |
Service Details
| Program fee | 0.00 monthly |
|---|---|
| Program fee notes | Runs Septemeber to June annually. |
| Referral protocol | self, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development |
| Referral criteria | anyone can self refer or be referred. |
| How to apply | call, text, email to set up a time to discuss further. |
| Age ranges served | adult 20+, senior 55+, senior 65+ |
| Currently accepting new patients / clients | Currently accepting new patients / clients |
| Languages spoken | English |
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| A six session education series for the families, friends, and caregivers of the individuals living with any mental illness. |
This program was last updated on: 25 Aug 2026.
