One to One Peer Support
- 902-465-2601
- https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca
counselling
Trained peer support workers meet with anyone in the community living with a mental illness.
Voice Hearers
- 902-465-2601
- https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca
support-groups
A peer-led compassion-based education and support group for people who have the experience of hearing voices related to a mental health disorder. The group is based on acceptance and compassion and empowering people to develop strategies for self-care so recovery takes place in the community.
Family Education and Support Group
- 902-465-2601
- https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca
support-groups
Provides a support group for family and friends of individuals living with a mental illness.
From Recovery to Discovery Peer Support Group
- 902-465-2601
- https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca
support-groups
A peer-led and peer education support group open to all with lived experience of a mental health illness.
Families Matter in Mental Health
- 902-465-2601
- https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/cgi/page.cgi/families-matter-in-mental-health.html
support-groups
An 11-week education and support program for family or friends who are providing practical and/or emotional support to someone who has a mental illness or mental illness and addiction. Topics include:
Information on a wide variety of mental illnesses and addictions
Communication skills
Problem solving
Crisis management
Relapse prevention
Coping strategies
Resources
Self care
Mental health and addiction services
Program is delivered by trained facilitators, Nova Scotia Health clincians and trained family members.
Hope for Wellness Help Line
- 1-855-242-3310
- https://www.hopeforwellness.ca
crisis-services-hotlines
Offers immediate help to all Indigenous peoples across Canada through telephone or online chat counselling and crisis intervention. Experienced and culturally competent counsellors can help if you:
Want to talk
Are distressed
Have strong emotional reactions
May be triggered by painful memories
Counsellors can also help find other wellness supports that are accessible near you.