Crisis lines & In person crisis services & Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups

Provides immediate crisis assessment, intervention, referrals and follow-up Operates a 24-hour crisis hot line Provides immediate on site intervention or telephone assistance Contacts police when deemed necessary Ensures individuals receive support and assistance to secure their safety Provides advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies Provides information and referrals to appropriate resources and servicesMobile Crisis Response Assists in person with a serious mental illness in acute distress or situational crisis Meets at an alternate safe location that best meets the individuals needs Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutionsLOCAL CMHA BRANCH SERVICES DURING COVID-19CMHA branches are open but many are offering alternative service delivery at this timeService delivery may be provided: in person by phone or in the following virtual ways: PCVC - Personal computer video conferencing OTN - Ontario Telemedicine Network ZOOM - Video/web conferencing platformPlease note: CMHA branch offerings are subject to change in response to the ongoing developments of COVID-19. The website below will reflect the most accurate and current information.Follow this link to determine how service delivery is being provided by choosing the appropriate CMHA location from the website"s drop down list.