Beyond the Call: How CAR 60 and SIL Are Changing Mental Health Support in Fort St John

Join hosts Jared and Kelly in this inspiring episode of the Shining Brighter Podcast, where we explore how community-driven programs in Fort St. John are changing lives for people with developmental disabilities and complex needs.Guests Alaysha Robinson, Supported Independent Living (SIL) Supervisor, and Meaghan Mallough, CAR 60 Clinician, share how their teams collaborate to provide compassionate, person-centered support—from building independence and life skills to responding to mental health crises with care and respect.Discover how the CAR 60 partnership between Northern Health and the RCMP has reduced hospitalizations, built community trust, and created safer crisis responses. Learn about the challenges of navigating fragmented systems, the importance of self-advocacy and inclusion, and the creative teamwork that keeps hope alive in the face of systemic barriers.Key Themes:Supported Independent Living (SIL): Empowering people to thrive independentlyCAR 60: Clinician + RCMP partnership transforming crisis responseDe-escalation, empathy, and collaboration in actionReal stories of resilience and recoveryBuilding a more inclusive and compassionate communityTune in, get inspired, and help us shine brighter together!Subscribe for more stories of inclusion, resilience, and community impact from the Fort St. John Association for Community Living (FSJACL).