Helping identify young mental health caregivers

Helping identify young mental health caregivers

The learning activity Je suis vigie helps you recognize the young mental health caregivers around you, better understand their reality and guide them toward the right resources.

Open to everyone, no registration required

Recognize
the situations experienced by young caregivers
Listen
without judgment, in a safe space
Guide
with kindness and toward the right resources

Without replacing professionals and while respecting your own limits

Activities currently being translated

Je suis vigie

16 years old and under

Je suis vigie

17 years old and over

Vigie Leader

Adapted for 17 years and over, combining the roles of watcher and mentor for young Vigies.

Je suis vigie in a school setting

If you are a teacher, contact us to learn more about the activity in a school setting.

Not sure which learning activity to choose?

Learn about the project's mission and explore detailed descriptions of the different learning activities to find the one that best suits your needs. Learn more

A role more important
than it seems

More than 35% of young caregivers do not recognize themselves as such. As a vigie, you can make a difference by helping them understand their role and access the resources they need.

FAQ

A few resources

Need immediate help?
Contact the reference line for caregivers to connect with people trained to support you.
Call: 1 855 272-7837
Cap Mieux-Être
Online self-management tool for caregivers of people living with a mental health disorder. Concrete tips and reliable resources to strengthen well-being.
Access Cap Mieux-Être
Find resources near you
Quickly locate the organizations and resources available for mental health caregivers in your area.
Explore resources
Our downloadable tools
Access the fact sheets, guides and documents useful for your role as a watcher.