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
Classes are held in Terrace, BC and are offered both virtually or in-person.
Address / Contact Info
BC Schizophrenia Society
Mental Health Family Resource Centre
Serving Kitimat, Terrace and Prince Rupert areas
Kitimat, BCKitimat
BC
Mailing address:
210-4546 Park Ave.
Terrace, BC V8G 1V4
210-4546 Park Ave.
Terrace, BC V8G 1V4
located above Trigo's
Phone Numbers
office: (250) 922-5178
Provincial Office: 1-888-888-0029
Hours of Operation
Regular hours: Six weekly 2.5 hour sessions
Next program(s): Spring 2026
Amenities
Accessibility features:
Areas Served
| Communities Served | Terrace and Area, Kitimat and Area, Prince Rupert and Area, Gitlaxt'aamiks and Area |
|---|---|
| Communities Served | Gingolx, Gitwinksihlkw, Laxgalts'ap, Haisla, Gitga'at, Gitxaala, Lax Kw'alaams, Metlakatla, Port Edward, Gitselasu, Kitsumkalum, Thornhill, kss |
Service Details
| Program fee | 0.00 |
|---|---|
| Program fee notes | Program is free, registration is required. |
| Referral protocol | self, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development |
| Age ranges served | all ages |
| Currently accepting new patients / clients | Currently accepting new patients / clients |
| Languages spoken | English |
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Other Programs from This Organization
| Monthly virtual Family Support Group for families, friends and / or caregivers of a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Refreshments offered. Virtual or in-person options available. |
| Join MHAAC! Share your voice, support local mental health projects. Meetings: 3rd Thurs @ 1pm, Terrace Health Unit. Info: (250) 631-4200 or (250) 922-5178. |
| We provide resources to family members and anyone in a caring relationship with someone living with a serious mental illness. |
| Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a free 6 session course for families, friends and caregivers who have a loved one living with any mental illness, a diagnosis is not required. This course is held in person and open to families anywhere in the Northwest region. Our next SFT program is planned for Spring 2026. Please contact us for more information and/or to register. |
This program was last updated on: 28 Oct 2025.
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