Supporting BC's workforce in managing chronic pain and it's impacts
People working in the trades are the backbone of our communities, yet many feel alone in their experience of living with pain. Chronic pain is a direct threat to well-being, significantly increasing risk for substance use and mental health challenges, and taking a significant toll on individuals, families, communities, and the economy. Yet, getting effective care and support can be particularly difficult for workers in the trades.
Our Trades and Pain program is here to ensure no tradesperson has to navigate pain alone.
Are you a trades worker?
Living with pain should not be part of the job. The Guide Line, a free confidential text line provides resources to deal with the impacts of chronic pain. Text “TRADES” to 1-833-261-PAIN (7246), Monday to Thursday, 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pacific Time.
No union membership or insurance coverage is required to use the Guide Line.
The Guide Line can connect you with
- Free or low-cost counselling and pain programs
- Information about pain clinics
- Help finding a counsellor
- Referrals to community supports across BC
- Accessing services that are available to you
- Peer-led support groups
- Substance use and addiction resources
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Information about managing anxiety or depression or stress
Are you an employer in the trades?
Pain is a direct threat to safety, productivity, and retention. Pain BC partners with employers to integrate pain management into the heart of corporate culture.
How we support your team
We make it easy to protect your most valuable asset, your workforce. Here is how we can help:
- Lunch and learn: We bring the expertise to you. Host a session where our experts discuss pain science and prevention in a relatable way.
- Integrated training: Include TAP modules in your existing safety and onboarding programs.
- Direct consultation: Connect with James Boseley, our Trades and Pain program to discuss a customized support plan for your specific worksite.
Get involved: Sign-up for the Trades and Pain newsletter
Sign up for the Trades and Pain newsletter to receive regular updates directly to your inbox about:
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How you can access our latest educational materials designed for the trades and integrate them into your existing training and safety programs
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Opportunities to arrange Pain BC training and information sessions for your organization
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Upcoming presentations by Pain BC at industry events
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Newly launched Pain BC programs and resources for workers in the trades
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Opportunities to engage in our work
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And much more!