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Mental Health Guide for Everyone

 

 

The events since October 7th may have increased feelings of anxiety, depression, or trauma for you and your family. While it is natural to have these feelings, it is vital to seek support to work through thoughts and feelings when they continue to impact your mental wellness. While some choose private counselling, an array of Jewish and non-Jewish resources is available at no cost.  

 

Wait times may be long, but they vary, so we are including multiple resources in this booklet. If you or your loved one needs support, the first step would be to call any of the mental health resources listed below to inquire about their wait times and intake assessment processes.  

 

Counselling support can also be found in public and private schools, post-secondary institutions, and extended health plans. Connecting with Rabbis is also a way to receive support and comfort.  

 

 

EMERGENCY CRISIS SUPPORT: 

 

Emergency: 911 

 

Crisis Center of B.C 24/7 

Anywhere in B.C. 1-800-784-2433 

Vancouver Coastal Regional Distress Line: 604-872-3311 

If you are in crisis and/or distress and require immediate response, contact us by phone. We are not able to respond to crisis emails sent to us. 

 

310 Mental Health Support: 310-6789 

TTY 1-866-872-0113 

Provides a toll-free number connecting callers to a BC crisis line, without a wait or busy signal. Provides emotional support, information on appropriate referral options, and a wide range of support relating to mental health. 

 

 

JEWISH SUPPORT SERVICES: 

 

Jewish Family Services 

 

Jewish Addiction Community Service (JACS): 778-882-2994  

A compassionate Jewish informed service, providing guidance, education, and recovery services that reduce the effect of addiction on families and individuals. 

 

Israel Conflict Support Line: 604-558-5719 

Call the Community Care Hotline and listen for the Israel Conflict Support Line option. Callers can receive support for up to 45 minutes. You'll be asked to provide your name and number and the language you wish to speak in, either English, Hebrew, or Russian. Call will be returned as promptly as possible.  

 

Jewish Family Services Community Care Line: at 604-558-5719 

Providing social services to improve the wellbeing of people living in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland including: 

  • - Food services 

  • - Counselling and mental health 

  • - Crisis response and advocacy 

  • - Family, youth, and child support services 

  • - Senior’s care, connection, and support 

  • - Community Services Programs supporting Jewish culture. 

Please note: Due to staffing shortages, we are no longer taking new intakes for care management and housing. 

 

 

PROVINCIAL SUPPORT LINES: 

 

Support for many of life's challenges: 211 

211 is Canada’s primary source of information for government and community-based, non-clinical health and social services. Find information about resources and services in real time including food and shelter, mental health and addictions support, legal and financial assistance, support for seniors, newcomers, and more. 211 is confidential, you do not need to leave your name or details.  

 

HealthLinkBC: Anywhere in BC: 811 

TTY (Deaf and hearing-impaired): 711 

HealthLinkBC helps you learn about health topics, check your symptoms, and find health services and resources you need for healthy living. 

 

 

HEBREW SPEAKING COUNSELLORS IN BC: 

 

Here is a list of Hebrew-speaking counsellors. Please review their websites or get in touch with them for pricing. Please reach out if you know of other Hebrew-speaking counselors.

 

אם אינכם זקוקים לסיוע כספי, ו/או מעוניינים ליצור קשר ישירות עם מטפלים, אנא עיינו ברשימה מטפלים להלן שמציעים שירות בתשלום בעברית.