Personal Safety

Understanding the effects of activities and lifestyle choices on your youth's health.

Ask your specialist(s) and physiotherapist about any sports or activity restrictions.
Have youth check out the online Healthy Habits Quiz from Anxiety BC Youth.
Familiarize yourself with the benefits of physical activity.
Encourage youth to participate in physical activities that they enjoy.
Watch videos from SportabilityBC to learn about a wide range of sports for people with disabilities.
Check out C.A.N. BC's (Citizens for Accessible Neighbourhoods) resources on adaptive sports and recreation activities.
Download the Jooay app to find activities and camps near you.

Healthy eating is important for everyone – check out Canada’s Food Guide.
Just TRAC it! List food allergies and special diet considerations in Notes app on phone or tablet.
For general questions about food, supplements or eating habits, email a Dietician at HealthLink BC.
For certain conditions (deteriorating health, immune suppressed, severe weight/muscle loss) a Monthly Nutritional Supplement benefit may be available.
MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!) is a FREE, fun healthy lifestyle program for families with children ages 7-13 years.

Find out how different drugs and alcohol interact with medications at DrugCocktails.ca.
Remember that herbal remedies can also interact with medications – check for any interaction with your physician or pharmacist.
Be aware of youth’s use of medications, amount taken, overuse, or sharing drugs with others.
For information on quitting smoking, check out QuitNow.ca.
Be aware of the concerns and dangers of e-cigarettes.

Ask your health care providers if there are any restrictions you should be aware of when your youth is driving any vehicle — a car, bike, motorcycle, boat, or even a plane!
Access information about getting a Driver’s License in BC.
If unsure, learn about Driver Medical Fitness in BC.
Check out the GF Strong Driver Rehab Program for driving assessment, vehicle assessments and modifications.
Promote independence through Translink BC's Accessible Transit Options.
Learn how epilepsy or diabetes may affect your youth's ability to drive
Learn about special driving programs for youth with disabilities with this BC Children's Hospital Driver Education fact sheet

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