Health and Wellness QDTA Health and Wellness Chair: Charli-Rae Dougherty
As a BCTF member you have access to the BCTF's Health and Wellness program which can put you in touch with a local professional rehabilitation consultant. To access this program, a referral form must be filled out. More information and resources can be found at BCTF Health and Wellness Programs.
Members also have access to Starling Minds, which is an online mental health and wellness program designed for teachers. You can sign up at Starling Minds.
Additionally, there is an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) that has immediate and confidential help 24/7/365. You can access this program by:
Calling: 1 800 387-4765
Downloading their app: My EAP by Morneau and Shepell Ltd
Accessing their website: workhealthlife.com and search BC Teachers' Federation - The website has many resources to help and a lot of information to keep you well
Finally, you can also access our QDTA Health and Wellness newsletters, articles and resources on Google Docs via this link.