Foundry Ridge Meadows

Foundry Ridge Meadows is dedicated to supporting youth / young people and caregivers facing substance use and/or mental health challenges.

Funded by Fraser Health – Foundry Central Office Providence

Foundry Ridge Meadows helps young people 12-24 and their caregivers access mental health and substance use support, physical/sexual health, peer support, and social services. Foundry makes it easy for young people and their families to find the care, connection and support they are seeking. If you are a youth living with substance use or mental health challenges this is a safe and informative place to seek help with tough topics.

Contact: Alicia Erenli MA, R.C.C. Manager of Foundry Ridge Meadows & Youth Housing Program
Phone: 604-380-3133 ext.2122 | Cell 236-986-5551 Fax: 778-328-2258
Email: aerenli@comservice.bc.ca

Our Impact

5,803

Visits in 2023

122

Youths found employment and volunteering opportunities

No judgments here. Foundry can help.

Choose the path that works for you

Foundry offers young people ages 12-24 health and wellness resources, services and supports – online and through integrated service centres in communities across BC.

Confused about the support available? Try the Foundry Pathfinder to click through an anonymous survey that will put you on the right path.

One-on-one counselling: Foundry has professional counsellors to support youth and families.
Primary Care: Currently no Nurse Practitioners or Doctors available at Foundry Ridge Meadows.
If you are interested in seeking support for primary care:
Call your primary care provider (if one is available to you)
Urgent primary care in Maple Ridge (604 476 4650)
Utilize Foundry’s provincial virtual service
Peer support: Peer support is often a great first step to receiving services. Youth and families can connect with a peer whose lived experiences offer guidance and support. Peer supporters can walk alongside youth or parents and help them navigate through what can be a complex system.
Virtual Support Groups & Socials: Facing big challenges is a part of all our journeys, but mental health is also about being active, being social and learning how to be comfortable with yourself and engage with the environment around you. Join a video chat to play Dungeons and Dragons, watch a movie, discuss books, or chat with other caregivers.
Supplies: Foundry Ridge Meadows works hard to limit and decrease barriers that may be impacting youth, be it food security, toiletries, sanitary products, or access to cell phones that connect peers in isolation.

Helpful Resource
https://foundrybc.ca

To reach out or find more information:
Visit: foundrybc.ca/ridgemeadows
Call: 604-380-3133
Email: foundry@comservice.bc.ca.

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Foundry Works and Education

Looking for help and support for employment? We can help.

Why Foundry Works & Education?

What is Foundry Works & Education? Foundry Works & Education is a supported work or study program. It helps youth prepare for and find employment, access education at the secondary or post-secondary level, or locate volunteer opportunities. Foundry Works & Education offers individual and group support both in person and virtually.

About Us

The Foundry Works & Education team is here to support you every step of the way on your Employment and School journey. Our goal is to meet you where you are at and walk alongside and support you.

What are the Eligibility Criteria? Foundry Works & Education is open to youth between the ages of 15-24 who are: BC youth who are not working or studying full time Wanting to work, attend school and/or volunteer Not actively working with another employment program Canadian citizen, permanent resident, new immigrant or is on a working visa Foundry Works & Education is open to all new and existing Foundry clients

Program Outlines individual vocational support counselling (optional) informational workshops (group format, online or in-person sessions) access to computers, printers, telephones, Wifi support with individual needs (obtaining ID, work clothes, accessing health care or other needs) ongoing support with vocational or educational goals Foundry Works & Education staff will work with you to create a service plan that aligns with your personal needs and goals.

For more information about Foundry Works and Education

Kim Dumore Project Coordinator Call 604 839 2390 foundryworks@comservice.bc.ca

Laura Park Employment Specialist with Foundry Work & Education Cel 604 690 1219 foundryworks@comservice.bc.ca

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FACEBOOK: FoundryRidgeMeadows

“They understand and don’t judge me. Their socials are super fun, they help me feel connected to people my own age who are experiencing the same stuff.”

– Foundry Ridge Meadows youth