Crisis Support

Below are resources aimed at providing support to individuals and communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Vancouver youth crisis support

Aug 25, 2020 | ,

For those in the Vancouver area, the Child and Adolescent Response Team (CART) is a community-based resource for youth (18 and under) who are experiencing a mental health or emotional crisis. Hours are 9am to 12noon, and 1pm to 8pm Monday to Friday Contact:...

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Kids Help Phone

Aug 24, 2020 | , ,

Kids Help Phone services are available 24/7 to Canadian youth. To speak with a trained Kids Help Phone counsellor, call 1-800-668-6868. You can also choose to chat with a trained volunteer through the crisis text line. The texting service is free and does not require...

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Youth in BC Crisis Centre

Aug 7, 2020 | ,

Youth in BC has compiled a list of 24 hours crisis lines for the greater Vancouver, Howe Sounds & Sunshine Coast, and  TTY. This list also includes the Senior's Distress Line, Suicide hotline, and online services for adults. Online chat is also available from noon...

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Resources for Autism Community

Jul 29, 2020 | ,

Autism Community Training has gathered information and resources to assist those in the Autistic community with adjusting to life during COVID-19. Open from Monday-Friday 9am-4:30pm. Website: https://www.actcommunity.ca/covid-19-resources#anxiety Contact:...

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Crisis Centre Chat

Apr 24, 2020 | ,

Crisis Centre Chat is an online chat service for adults (25+) living in B.C, where people can chat one-on-one with trained volunteers. This chat service offers free, confidential, non-judgmental support to individuals in emotional distress, from noon-1:00 a.m. daily....

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