Annual Report (2016-17)

Homeless, Housing and Mental Health

Clubhouse Programs OCS’s Clubhouses are based on a psychosocial rehabilitation approach to wellness and provides a safe and supportive environment to adults living with a mental illness. All activities and services are designed to promote personal health and wellness while increasing independence and facilitating recovery. Supported Community Living and Supported Independent Living SCL and SIL provide persons living with mental illness affordable, self-contained living units and/or a variety of support services in the communities of White Rock and Surrey.

93% Would recommend the Clubhouses to family or friends 426 Active members 52% Involved in paid work or work readiness programming

100% Report that their health and wellness have either stabilized or improved as a result of being a part of the program 344 Individuals supported through these programs

Fraser Health Crisis Line FHCL provides a free 24 hour service, 365 days a year for people throughout the Fraser Health region. The Crisis Line supports callers throughout the province through the provision of 1-800-SUICIDE and the 310 Mental Health Support Line (310-6789) .

37% Increase in calls taken over the last 5 years

81% Of callers indicate that their ability to cope has increased

“This is the best thing I have found so far. I’m feeling better. I am glad you picked up the phone and that this type of service exists.”

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