Activity Centre for Empowerment (ACE)
Addictions / Substance Use, Employment, Mental Health - Adult, and Social / Recreational
Provided by BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS)
A centre offering various programs for adults with mental health and/or substance use concerns in Prince George.
The Activity Centre for Empowerment (ACE) is a program provided by the BC Schizophrenia Society of Prince George (BCSSPG). It is a welcoming community space in downtown Prince George that offers support and various activities for adults living with mental health and/or substance use concerns.
ACE serves people with a range of mental illnesses, addictions, brain injuries, and developmental delays, not just schizophrenia. It provides social activities, meals, laundry services, computer access and support to help clients manage daily life and combat social isolation. They also offer a Volunteer Job Training Program for those who need to acquire job skills and a reference.
ACE memberships are $5 annually and used directly to benefit members by funding activities. It is valid from Apr 1st to March 31st of the following year. Eligibility requirements include:
- Must be an individual living with a mental illness and/or addiction in the Prince George area.
- All members must be 18 years or older.
Must be referred by a health care service provider (doctor, nurse practitioner, counsellor or social worker) supported by Northern Health Mental Health & Addictions Services.
250-564-3396
Toll Free: 1-888-888-0029
Public email: info@bcsspg.org
Website: https://bcsspg.org/programs-ace
1139 6th Avenue, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 5G5
Cost: Fees may apply
Referral options:
- Health professional referral
- Physician or nurse practitioner referral
- Counsellor or social worker referrals
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by BC Schizophrenia Society (BCSS):
- Family Support Groups - Schizophrenia
- Kids in Control & Teens in Control Support Groups
- Yes2Me Scholarship Program - Students with Schizophrenia
Availability
Service area: Prince George + show cities
Service Types Provided
Addictions / Substance Use
- Recovery Education & Employment Support: Recovery Education Support - Addictions and Recovery Employment Support - Addictions
Employment
- Employment Support: Employment Support: Mental Health and Recovery Employment Support - Addictions
Mental Health - Adult
Social / Recreational
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at a single location
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