Gateway to Resources and Options for Wellness (GROW Program)
Education and Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Provided by Island Community Mental Health
An activity-based day program offering a variety of activities to support individuals in moving forward in their mental health recovery. Serves adults (aged 19+) with a mental health diagnosis who want support recovering from mental illness.
GROW offers a large variety of groups that provide clients with opportunities to pursue their individual recovery goals. Groups address various life domains, including leisure, basic living skills, wellness, and employment.
The content of groups changes throughout the year and overtime as all of the programming is client-driven, but key offerings include:
The content of groups changes throughout the year and overtime as all of the programming is client-driven, but key offerings include:
- Physical activity and recreation
- Mindfulness and relaxation
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Nutrition and healthy living
- Life skills: financial literacy, public speaking, cooking, social interaction
Referrals are received through the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), local physicians, psychiatrists, and case managers. Self-referrals are also acceptable; they would need to contact the client's doctor.
250-389-1211 ext. 128
Public email: paula.greene@icmha.ca
Website: https://icmha.ca/programs/grow/
125 Skinner Street, Victoria, British Columbia, V9A 6X4
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Referral options:
- Self-referral
- Physician or nurse practitioner referral
- Health Authority personnel referral
- Case manager referral
Referral Forms
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Island Community Mental Health:
Just the closest matches listed. Click to see more!- Supported Education Program - For Adults with Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Issues
- Building Respect, Inspiring Dreams, Gaining Energy (The BRIDGE Centre) - For individuals experiencing mental health issues in addition to a cognitive impairment
- Housing Programs - For individuals and families recovering from mental illness or substance use
Availability
Service area: Victoria
Service Types Provided
Education
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Ways to Access
- Provided at a single location
- Provided in a group in-person
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