Resources for North Shore Residents who are Experiencing Challenges with Mental Health and Substance Use.
Family doctors are the first step in navigating the mental health system. Your doctor can diagnose mental illnesses, prescribe medication and refer you to specialized services.
Talking to your family practitioner about anxiety, mental illness or substance use is an important start. Once you receive a diagnosis, your doctor will build a treatment plan that works for you. The North Shore Primary Care Network (PCN) has expanded resources so that should your family doctor believe it to be appropriate, they can easily refer you to a PCN Mental Health Clinician, free of charge and with little or no wait time.
North Shore Neighbourhood House Resources
NSNH Solutions Navigators
The North Shore Solutions Navigators provide temporary one-on-one support through resource referral for individuals facing barriers in accessing community resources and support from existing service providers. The program responds directly to the challenges community members face when trying to navigate and access resources and systems such as housing, food, income supports and more. Please contact the Navigators to book an appointment:
Email navigator@nsnh.bc.ca
Call 604-220-8431 or 604-230-2454
NSNH Open Door Community Hub
The Open Door Community Hub is a drop in program held every Wednesday and Sunday at the North Vancouver City Library. It is a welcoming space for everyone in the community, with a focus on supporting the needs to those who are without reliable housing or are seeking support to get their basic needs met. The hub provides a quiet, safe and clean environment for relaxation, offers hot beverages and snacks, connects people to community resources, and creates opportunities for individuals to connect with others.
