The new Peace Point Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) is offering FREE naloxone training for anyone who has someone in their life who is at risk …
Substance Use Services
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Sources Substance Use Counselling Services
Sources Substance Use Counselling provides confidential individual counselling, group and family support for anyone concerned about their own or a loved one’s substance use. In-person and virtual options. Referrals to residential programs or other services can be facilitated. Education, prevention and health promotion services are available for schools and the community. Harm Reduction supplies and NarCan kits on site.
See: Sources Peace Point Overdose Prevention for overdose monitoring in White Rock.
FREE: FHA Funded counselling; Self-refer; reside in White Rock and/or South Surrey
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Drug Test Kits
We have drug test kits available for purchase at counselling intake during business hours.
Drug kits are urine-based and test for the presence of 10 substances including cannabis, opiates and benzodiazepines.
Single-use kits (tax included) are $20 each and include instructions for use, guidelines on things to consider if administering to someone else, a list of observable effects of various substances and a guide to drug detection times.
NOTE: We do not administer the tests or interpret results; they are for take-home personal use.
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- Resources
Sources Affected Family Group
This group runs on Tuesday’s two times per month from 4:30 pm until 6 pm (Video group on Microsoft Teams).
Sources Substance Use Services is committed to providing information, counselling and support to our community members.
We are currently offering a professionally supported group for family members who are affected by a loved one’s substance misuse.
Through this group, we provide a confidential, safe and non-judgmental environment for people to share their experiences of struggle and hope with others who can relate.
In addition, group members will learn new information and strategies for coping and understanding.More information or register by phoning 604-538-2522 Ext. 1 (Monday to Friday). or email suservices@sourcesbc.ca
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SMART Recovery (Phone in and video options)
Monday l ONLINE ZOOM MEETING
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (PST)
Date: Every Monday
Please click the link to join Zoom meeting:
https://smartrecovery.zoom.us/j/96922563387
Meeting ID: 969 2256 3387Dial by your location and follow the instructions. +1-778-907-2071 Canada
Wednesday l ONLINE ZOOM MEETING
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (PST)
Date: Every Wednesday
Please click the link to join Zoom meeting:
https://smartrecovery.zoom.us/j/370925341
Meeting ID: 370 925 341Dial by your location and follow the instructions. +1-778-907-2071 Canada
Friday l ONLINE ZOOM MEETING
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (PST)
Date: Every Friday
Please click the link to join Zoom meeting
https://smartrecovery.zoom.us/s/91537409498
Meeting ID: 915 3740 9498Dial by your location and follow the instructions. +1-778 907 2071 Canada
Saturday l ONLINE ZOOM MEETING
Time: 9:00 AM 10:30 AM (PST)
Date: Every Saturday
Please click the link to join Zoom meeting
https://smartrecovery.zoom.us/j/885248036
Meeting ID: 885 248 036Dial by your location and follow the instructions. +1-778-907-2071 Canada
Saturday l IN-PERSON MEETING
Time: 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (PST)
Date: Every Saturday
Location: 882 Maple St, White Rock BC
Entrance at rear of parking lot. Numbers are limited due to distancing recommendations.Please note the SMART Friends and Family group is not available at this time. Please contact Heather at Sources Substance Use Services for more information on our Affected Family Group, now available via Zoom. For more information, call 604-538-2522 ext 1202.
Find a Meeting:
https://www.smartrecovery.org/ SMART Recovery with links to find a local meeting
https://www.aa.org/ Alcoholics Anonymous with links to find a local meeting
https://na.org/ Narcotics Anonymous with links to find a local meeting
Emotions BC
https://emotionsbc.ca/
Helping Families Thrive: Dealing with emotions that are hard to manage can created chaotic relationships. Training, knowledge and support to help families and friends cope with mental health challenges of loved ones with the ultimate goal of connection.
Please follow the following links for online groups:
Support Group: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/101258593178
Skills Group: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/101591418668
Support + Skills Group: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/101670124078
Fraser Health Family Support Services Program
BC Centre on Substance Use
https://www.bccsu.ca/family-and-caregiver-resources/
Topics include understanding addiction, caring for your loved one and yourself, navigating the system, advocacy and providing a voice for families.
Addiction. The Next Step
Find positive, evidence-based support for a loved one battling addiction. Information about treatments for substance use disorders and proven therapy. Free online tool kit. https://addictionthenextstep.com/
Phone Resources
Fraser Health Substance Use Central Access Line: 1-866-624 MHSU (6478)
Connect with your local service provider for information and referral.Creekside Detox – 604-585-5610 (youth and adult program) – Adult program typically has a 1-3 week waitlist. Self-refer for withdrawal management support.
Alcohol and Drug Information Line (24 hours): 604-660-9382
Fraser Health Crisis Line (24 hours 7 days a week): 604-951-8855
Additional resources:
NarCan –The antidote to save a life.
We have FREE Narcan kits available. They are also at Pharmacies and public health clinics/outlets.
If you or someone you know uses drugs, this kit will reverse an overdose. Take Home Naloxone Program is free to at-risk users and friends/family.
More information: www.towardtheheart.comBeSafe App
For anyone who is using substances alone, BeSafe offers peer-to-peer remote supervision.
https://www.besafe.community/LifeGuard App
Lifeguard App expands upon its lifesaving functionalities to automatically contact emergency responders if a user becomes unconscious or unable to function in the event of an overdose.
https://lifeguarddh.com/Together White Rock/South Surrey – Emotional Wellness and Support Resources
https://www.together-wr.com/National Harm Reduction Coalition
Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use.
https://www.together-wr.com/
- Meet Our Counsellors
Heather Jas Mark Heather Wintermeyer has worked in counselling and wellness for over 20 years and has extensive knowledge of mental health and substance use resources and information. As the intake clinician for Sources Substance Use counselling program and with a degree in Psychology, she will ask you some questions to get a sense of your concern and connect you to a counsellor who is a good fit for your needs. Her passion is providing hope and meaningful resources to help at any stage of your life’s journey and help to navigate the variety of services in the community. Let her help you connect with something meaningful to you, for you.
Jas has two decades of clinical experience and expertise in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, stress, and substance use. He earned his Master of Counselling Psychology Degree from UBC. Jas takes a person-centered approach and uses a variety of modalities like mindfulness, cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy to create personalized treatment plans. Mark holds a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. With almost 20 years of experience, he has enjoyed working with individuals who are trying to improve their lives. Although his clinical focus is on anxiety and depression, he also has many years of experience working with individuals struggling with the following: ADHD, stress, substance use, boundary setting, and relationship issues. 
Megan Skye Tracey Program Manager Counselling and Substance Use Services (Not currently taking new clients). Megan is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and holds a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from UBC. With over a decade of therapeutic experience, she has a passion for supporting individuals, youth and families in addressing issues that are holding them back from experiencing the life they deserve. Her areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, self-compassion, attachment parenting/conflict resolution and substance use. She believes that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect for growth, and she considers it a privilege to work alongside clients to help them achieve their goals. Megan works from a collaborative and strengths-based approach and, based on individual needs, utilizes concepts of mindfulness, CBT and DBT, among other interventions.
Skye holds a master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from UBC and is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). She has a passion for supporting young people and their families on their own unique journeys to greater peace and well-being. Included are those with neuro-diversities and people of all ages experiencing distress such as anxiety, grief, depression, shame and trauma. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based and attachment centred. She seeks to create a safe, empathetic, and welcoming space for all clients, including clients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. As a trauma-informed therapist, she integrates mindfulness, creativity, body-oriented, and emotion-focused practices. Tracey is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) from UBC who combines compassion and practical tools to work with adult clients who are dealing with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, substance use, problem gambling, and trauma as well as relationship issues which may be resolved through establishing clear boundaries and communication. Her goal is to work with clients to help them make changes in their lives that are consistent with their values that work best for them.
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Hours of Operation
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| Monday – Friday | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm |
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