Vancouver Coastal Health Authority – Mental Health and Substance Use

The Vancouver Coastal Health Authority serves more than one million British Columbians living in Vancouver, Vancouver's north shore, Richmond, the Sea-to-Sky Highway, Sunshine Coast, Bella Bella, Bella Coola, the Central Coast and surrounding areas.

Vancouver Coastal Health Authority – Mental Health and Substance Use Services outlines a range of health care and support services to adults and older adults struggling with acute, chronic or recurring challenges. Services may be provided in hospitals, the community or in your own home. Information is available on acute and short-term treatment, community rehabilitation services, community mental health services, family involvement and support, LGBT2Q+ services, peer support, harm reduction, outpatient and tertiary services. Detailed information is also available about the following:

Accessing Mental Health & Substance Use Services provides information on where and how to access emergency and non-emergency mental health and substance use support.
Deaf Wellbeing provides information on mental health services available for individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind throughout the province.
Eating Disorders provides information on the programs available for children, youth and adults struggling with body image, disordered eating and eating disorders. Information includes a list of service providers and eligibility requirements.
Mental Health – Child & Youth provides information on the child and youth mental health services available, including who is eligible and how to access the services.
MindHealthBC is an evidence-based online service that makes it easier to find the help needed for depression, anxiety and other mental health and substance use conditions.
Substance Use Services provides information on the services offered including withdrawal or detox management, methadone maintenance, community services and Sheway (services specific to pregnant women and women with infants under 18 months of age). Individuals interested in substance use services can review the list of service providers or contact the Access Central-Detox Referral Line at 1-866-658-1221.

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.