Basics of Mental Health Crisis
IMMEDIATE CRISIS CALL 911
If you, a friend or a loved one are in immediate crisis, please call 911 for immediate action. Do not leave your friend alone.
What happens when you call 988?
Suicide Crisis Hotline
You deserve to be heard. We're here to listen.
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
To learn more go to: Suicide Crisis Canada
24-Hour Support: Crisis Line–403.266.HELP (4357)
CALGARY DISTRESS CENTRE
To learn more go to: CALGARY DISTRESS CENTRE
This service is free and is offered in over 200 languages.
Hearing Impaired – 403.543.1967
Need Help? Call 2-1-1
Connect to Local Helplines
211 is an essential service that helps Albertans find the right resource or service for whatever issue they need help with, at the right time. 211 is available 24/7 by phone, text and chat. The service is free, confidential and available in over 170 languages over the phone.
To learn more go to: Call 211 Alberta
ONLY TOGETHER CAN WE EMPOWER CHANGE
WOMEN-CENTERED YWCA
We support our clients in meeting their immediate and most basic needs, then work directly with them to create positive change in their lives. We believe that healthy women and healthy families lead to thriving communities.
CRISIS LINE-403.266.0707
To learn more go to: YWCA Calgary Women-Centred
Suicide is everyone's business
CENTRE FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
CSP educates people with the information, knowledge and skills necessary to respond to the risk of suicide. We teach prevention because prevention is the only solution to suicide.
To learn more go to: Centre for Suicide Prevention
Addiction & Mental Health Information for Albertans
ACCESS MENTAL HEALTH
Access Mental Health Alberta
Phone: 403-943-1500
Toll-free: 1-844-943-1500
Fax: 403-943-9044
To learn more go to: Access Mental Health Alberta
CALGARY COUNSELLING CENTRE
You can register for counselling three ways:
- Register online 24 hours a day
- Register by phone at 833.827.4229, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Download and complete an intake form, and send it by email or fax it to 403.265.8886
To learn more go to: Calgary Counselling Centre
Everyone deserves to feel well
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1918, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the most established, most extensive community mental health organization in Canada.
To learn more go to: CMHA Calgary
EASTSIDE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH
Eastside Community Mental Health Services (ECMHS) is a place you can rely on when you have troubles at home or need someone to talk to. We are here to listen and help.
To learn more go to : Eastside Community Mental Health
WOOD'S HOMES
We Never Say No. We Never Give Up. We Never Turn Anyone Away.
Wood’s Homes is a children’s mental health centre. We provide treatment and support to children, youth and families with mental health needs.
To learn more go to: Wood’s Homes
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
CENTRE FOR NEWCOMERS
Since 1988 the Centre for Newcomers (CFN) has been a key resource for immigrants and refugees of all nationalities in Calgary.
To learn more go to: Centre for Newcomers
Help support positive mental health
UNITED WAY CALGARY AND AREA
Mental health is one of our critical community needs. While Alberta Health Services provides critical medical responses to mental health issues, United Way works with partner agencies on community-based initiatives focused on mental health promotion, prevention, and early intervention. United Way-Calgary and Area
CALGARY DREAM CENTRE
The Calgary Dream Centre battles hopelessness. Through professional programming and compassionate outreach, we empower Calgarians to overcome the struggles of homelessness and addiction.
To learn more go to: Calgary Dream Centre
A place to feel welcome.
THE MUSTARD SEED
For over 35 years, The Mustard Seed has been a safe, supportive haven for individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness. We offer services and supports to those in need with the goal of helping them make positive, lasting change in their lives.
We can help. 403.269.1319
To learn more go to: The Mustard Seed
Help for families facing homelessness.
INN FROM THE COLD
24 hour support in the Calgary region.
Call 403 263 8384 at Inn from the Cold if your family needs emergency shelter or help with housing or social supports.
To learn more go to: Inn from the Cold
COMMUNITY OWNED. COMMUNITY SUPPORTED.
Calgary Food Bank
Together, we fight hunger and its root causes because no one should go hungry.
We are the city’s main charitable food hub and the most accessible food bank in Calgary serving families, individuals and organizations.
To learn more go to: Calgary Food Bank
HELP Team, Calgary, AB 403.998.7388
CALGARY ALPHA HOUSE
Stands for Human-centered Engagement Liaison and Partnership (HELP)
To learn more go to: Calgary Alpha House
Life’s Healing Choices
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Celebrate Recovery is about connecting with others and celebrating God’s healing power through 8 Recovery Principles and 12 Steps. Ready for change? Looking for addiction support?
To learn more go to: Celebrate Recovery FAC Calgary
Discover the power of choice
SMART RECOVERY
SMART is a free self-help program for recovery from addictive behavior. Groups are led by a lay-coordinator. Most groups also have a volunteer advisor who is a mental health professional.
To learn more go to : Smart Recovery