In episode four of the Calltime Mental Health Podcast, Gregg Taylor is joined by Stacy Ashton, Executive Director of the Crisis Centre of B.C., to discuss the critical work being done to support individuals in crisis across Canada, and in British Columbia in particular. The Crisis Centre of BC provides 24/7 support to anyone wanting to talk about their mental health through two phone lines:

988 (simply dial or text 988 from any phone): This is the Canada-wide phone line for suicide crisis support. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or intentions call this line to gain immediate support

310-6789 BC Mental Health & Crisis Response ( no area code needed): This is BC’s Mental Health crisis line offering emotional support and information on appropriate referral options, for a wide range of mental health concerns.

In this episode, Stacy takes us through how the Crisis Centre works, emphasizing the power of peer support. Over 250 trained volunteers at the Centre are available to listen and provide empathetic, non-judgmental assistance.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

• Crisis Centre BC
• SafeTalk Training - Crisis Centre
• 988 - National Suicide Prevention Line
• 310-6789 General Crisis Mental Health Line

• • Calltime Union Benefits
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  Credits:

  Host / Executive Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gregg Taylor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Levett⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

  Engineer and Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gaëtan Harris

In our latest episode of the Calltime podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Kira Berntson, Manager of Prevention Field Services at WorkSafe BC. Listen in as our Host Gregg Taylor and Kira discuss an essential topic: safe and healthy workplaces.

As employers and unions strive to create safer, healthier environments, understanding the intersection of mental health and safety is more crucial than ever.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:

• Calltime Union Benefits

• Prevention Line

• Workers Crisis Line

• 310-769 - Crisis Line

Employers

• Setting up Psychological Health and Safety Program

Credits:

Host / Executive Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gregg Taylor⁠⁠⁠⁠

Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Levett⁠⁠⁠⁠

Engineer and Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gaëtan Harris

In this latest episode of the Calltime Mental Health Podcast, Gregg Taylor sits down with the amazing Dr. Ray Baker, a specialist in addiction medicine and recovery coaching. Their conversation is full of hope, real stories, and practical advice for anyone facing addiction or supporting someone through it.

Recovery Coaches and Programs:

• Dr. Ray Baker

• • email: healthquest@shaw.ca

  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-baker-6776951/

• Dr Bakers book Recovery Coaching Knowledge and Skills. If your goal is to become a Recovery Coach the material in this manual will serve as an excellent start for your new career

Provincial Mental Health and Addiction Phone Lines:

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous are a good start for many, even in small towns.

• Here to Help is BC’s mental health & substance use resource hub

• BC Alcohol and Drug Information Referral Service: 1-800-663-1441. Provides free, confidential, multilingual information and referral services for people in B.C. in need of support with any kind of substance use issue, including alcohol or other drugs. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• BC Addiction Services.

Employee Assistance And Substance Use Programs

Your union or employer health benefit plans offer counselling, assessment and addiction treatment and support. Check your benefits here.

Credits:

Host / Executive Producer: ⁠⁠⁠Gregg Taylor⁠⁠⁠

Producer: ⁠⁠⁠Michael Levett⁠⁠⁠

Engineer and Editor: ⁠⁠⁠Gaëtan Harris