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Welcome to the CMHA Cariboo Chilcotin
Canadian Mental Health Association Cariboo Chilcotin is a leading community-based organization dedicated to promoting mental health wellness and supporting those affected by mental illness. As part of a national network, CMHA Cariboo Chilcotin provides a wide range of programs and services that foster mental wellness, recovery, social inclusion, and resilience. We work collaboratively with youth, individuals, families, and community partners to ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive in a mentally healthy community. At CMHA Cariboo Chilcotin, we believe that mental health is a universal human right—and we are committed to building a future where mental well-being is within everyone’s reach.
Programs and Services
Anti-Violence Programs
Provides justice related services to assist adult, female, male and child victims of violence in relationships; adult sexual assault; child physical/sexual assault/abuse; criminal harassment; child witnesses and other forms of family violence. Service recipients will include victims of these crimes who may choose not to be involved with the criminal justice system.
Housing and Harm Reduction
We provide community-based support and advocacy services to individuals who have been recently housed after being homeless or are at serious risk of being homeless. These individuals may be experiencing significant mental health issues and will have serious barriers to seeking or acquiring income, health and housing supports or services on their own.
Supportive Mental Health Services
Our Supportive Mental Health Services include short-term counselling for adults with a registered counsellor, Family and Youth Outreach Services that support and enhance the lives of youth and families, and the Interior Crisis Line Network. We also offer a multitude of groups available throughout the year.
Roots on First Shelter
The Roots on First low barrier shelter plays an essential role in the community by offering a safe, welcoming space for individuals who may face barriers to accessing traditional services. As a 24-hour facility, it provides consistent support and safety whenever it is needed. Grounded in harm reduction, Roots on First meets people where they are at—prioritizing dignity, respect, and individual choice. By minimizing entry requirements, it ensures services are accessible without judgment or unnecessary restrictions. Clients have access to nutritious meals, a secure place to rest, and basic necessities, along with safe, inclusive, and accessible spaces, including areas designed for more vulnerable individuals. Beyond immediate needs, the shelter fosters connection and trust while helping clients access additional support, build stability, and move forward at their own pace.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Psychosocial rehabilitation (also termed psychiatric rehabilitation or PSR) promotes personal recovery, successful community integration and satisfactory quality of life for persons who have a mental illness or a mental health and/or substance use concern. Psychosocial rehabilitation services and supports are collaborative, person directed, and individualized, and an essential element of the human services spectrum. They focus on helping individuals develop skills and access resources needed to increase their capacity to be successful and satisfied in the living, working, learning and social environments of their choice and include a wide continuum of services and supports.
Online Wellness Programs
CMHA believes that good mental health is essential to overall health and well-being. Whether you are managing a mental illness, supporting someone you care about, or looking to build your own overall health, we can help you build mental health skills and resilience for yourself and your family.
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