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
CMAW buildling
Board Room or room #206 depending on participants
330 3rd Ave West
#206
Prince Rupert, BCV8J 1L5
Regional Educator
: Reneé Morven
Northwest Regional Educator : Stephanie Gardner
Northwest Regional Educator : Stephanie Gardner
Mailing address:
#206-330 3rd ave West
Prince Rupert, BC
V8J1L4
#206-330 3rd ave West
Prince Rupert, BC
V8J1L4
close to Ocean Centre mall. Above the 2nd Hand store called Now and Then. CMAW building, through the blue Door, upstairs to the left and down the hall. For in person option for Prince Rupert/Port Edward
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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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This program was last updated on: 29 Oct 2025.
