Posts tagged involuntary care

In Part 1 of this series on Unpacking Involuntary Care, we delve into present concerns with expanding involuntary care in BC for those who are unhoused, using substances, living with brain injuries, interacting with the criminal justice system, and experiencing severe mental illness.

healthcare, mental health actShaely RitcheyOctober 29, 2025involuntary care, harm reduction, substance use, mental illness, mental health actComment

Involuntary Care: Legal and Effective is not Enough

“The end justifies the means, but what if there never is an end - all we have is means?” - Ursula K. Le Guin

Celeste MaceviciusMay 31, 2025Vancouver Island Voices for Eating Disorderseating disorders, mental health act, involuntary care, mental health, mental illness, BC politics, BC mental health act, deemed consentComment