A small card. A simple act. A real way to help.
The You Matter Card is a small, double-sided card that contains crisis, harm reduction supplies, peer support, and basic health services.
📄 Download Card Front 📄 Download Card Back 🎨 Illustrator File 🖌️ Inkscape SVGWhy I Made This Card
My name is André. I used to work in IT for the BC government. After experiencing an untreated mental illness, I left my job and traveled, eventually falling into debt. My mental health worsened, and I ended up homeless.
I created this in memory of my sister Eugenie, who died from alcohol use disorder. While I can't speak to everything she was going through, I know she struggled deeply. This card is for her—and for anyone trying to help someone else with compassion, but not sure how.
Is this an official city program?
No, it’s a grassroots project by a Vancouver resident.
Can I change it or make my own?
Yes—please adapt it for your community.
Is the information current?
As of 2025, yes. Listings are reviewed and feedback welcome.
Mission
The You Matter Card began with a simple, human moment—seeing someone in crisis and wanting to offer more than money: a reminder of worth, and a map toward help. Inspired by the life and loss of my sister Eugenie, and others like her who slipped through the cracks, this card is a guide for anyone climbing out of a hard place.
- No one should be reduced to their worst day.
- Kindness is most powerful when it's practical.
- You don't need power to make an impact—just a heart, and a card.
Let this be something you pass on—not with authority, but with solidarity.