Strengthening Families Together

SFT is a 6 session course for the families, friends, and caregivers of individuals living with any mental illness. A diagnosis is not required. The course, provided by two trained family peer facilitators, offers:


  • • reliable information on the major mental illnesses and treatments
  • • information about local support services
  • • information about the mental health and criminal justice systems
  • • information about income and housing supports
  • • support and tools for maximizing self-care
  • • empathy building exercises
  • • communication tools
  • • an opportunity for families to share experiences, challenges, and strengths with one another in a safe, supportive environment
Please contact us if you have questions and / or to register.

Address / Contact Info

BC Schizophrenia Society
#210-4546 Park Avenue Terrace, BCV8G 1V4
Northwest Regional Educator : Stephanie Gardner
Mailing address:
210-4546 Park Ave.
Terrace, BC
V8G 1V4
located above Trigo's shoe store

Phone Numbers

office: (250) 922-5178
Fax: (250) 635-8206

Hours of Operation

Regular hours: Classes are scheduled for 2.5 hours approximately once a week for 6 weeks.

Next class: April 8, 2025 - May 13th, 2025
5:30pm to 7pm

Walk-in hours: 9am - 4pm Monday to Thursday but appointments are recommended as we occasionally work out in the community.

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Amenities

Areas Served

Communities ServedTerrace and Area, Kitimat and Area, Prince Rupert and Area, Gitlaxt'aamiks and Area
Communities ServedGingolx (Kincolith), Gitwinksihlkw (Canyon City), Laxgalts'ap (Greenville), Haisla (Kitamaat Village), Kitselas, Kitsumkalum, Thornhill

Service Details

Program fee0.00
Program fee notesAll of our services and programs are free
Referral protocolself, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development
Referral criteriaOur classes are provided to families and caregivers of a loved one with a mental illness. Registration is required.
How to applyPlease contact Northwest Regional Educator at (250) 922-5178 or email terrace@bcss.org.
Age ranges servedchild 0-12, youth 13-19, adult 20+, senior 55+, senior 65+, all ages
Currently accepting new patients / clientsCurrently accepting new patients / clients
Languages spokenEnglish

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Other Programs from This Organization

Mental Health Family Resource Centre We provide resources to family members and anyone in a caring relationship with someone living with a serious mental illness.
Strengthening Families Together A free 6 session course for the families, friends, and caregivers of individuals living with any mental illness, a diagnosis is not required. Participants can chose from either virtual or in-person classes.
Virtual Family Support Group Terrace

This program was last updated on: 20 Feb 2025.