Crisis and Community Mental Health Resources in Ontario
In Ontario, there are various crisis and community mental health resources available to provide support and assistance to individuals in need. Here are some of the key resources:
Immediate Crisis Support
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Crisis Service Canada: Call at 1-833-456-4566 for 24/7 crisis support.
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Talk Suicide:< Offers toll-free support to people with concerns about suicide. Phone line available 24/7 or text 45645 between 4 p.m. and midnight ET.
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Distress and Crisis Ontario:Distress Centres across Ontario offer support and services to their communities, including a chat function.
Children's Mental Health Services
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Children's Mental Health Ontario Centres: 100 member organizations across Ontario provide treatment and support to children, youth, and families. No referral required.
Indigenous Mental Health Support
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Hope for Wellness Help Line: Provides immediate mental health counseling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples in English, French, Cree, Ojibway, or Inuktitut upon request. Call at 1-855-242-3310.
Additional Mental Health Resources
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Canadian Mental Health Association: Offers provincial mental health supports and child and youth mental health services. Call at 1-800-875-6213.
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Kids Help Phone: Provides 24/7 support for children and teens. Call at 1-800-668-6868
Other General Resources
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BounceBack: A free, guided self-help program for individuals experiencing mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression. Call at 1-866-345-0224.
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ConnexOntario: Provides free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental health, and/or gambling. Available 24/7. Call at 1-866-531-2600.
For more information and referral for community, government, social, and health services, including mental health resources across Ontario, individuals can also reach out to 211 Ontario by calling 2-1-1 or 1-877-330-3213 or visiting www.211ontario.ca.
