Jessie’s Legacy
Jessie’s Legacy
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Jessie’s Legacy provides online eating disorder prevention education, resources and support for youth, families, educators and professionals across British Columbia. Online services include an Eating Disorder Prevention Toolkit; numerous information resources; Jessie’s Legacy Blog; the Love our Bodies, Love Ourselves program; and a question/answer service.
Jessie’s Legacy is a program created and operated by the Family Services of the North Shore, an accredited not-for-profit community-based agency that offers education, support and counselling services. Jessie’s Legacy also provides services in the community of Metro Vancouver including an Early Childhood Development Program, Family FUNdamentals, Girl Talk for adolescents, and a Speakers Bureau.
Important Phone Numbers
If you or someone you know needs help, call one of the numbers below:
- 9-1-1 if you are in an emergency.
- 8-1-1 for non-emergency information on how to access alternatives to toxic drug supply and substance use services
- 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) if you are considering suicide or are concerned about someone who may be.
- 310Mental Health Support at 310-6789 (no area code needed) for emotional support, information and resources specific to mental health.
- Kid’s Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor, 24 hours a day.
- Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service at 1-800-663-1441 (toll-free in B.C.) or 604-660-9382 (in the Lower Mainland) to find resources and support.
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