CONNEXONTARIO is a mental health and addictions information and referral helpline for Ontario. They can help connect individuals to services/resources for mental health in our area.
https://www.connexontario.ca/?_ga=2.248883204.248811566.1586097304-76332531.1583588126
Here is the government of Canada’s page to help with other questions you might have about health services relating to COVID-19:
Help Lines: Reach out for help when you need it. There are people ready to help you.
- Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Or text CONNECT to 686868
- Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-866-281-2911
- CMHA’s Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600
- Good2Talk for post-secondary students: 1-866-925-5454
- Or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
- A Friendly Voice – A phone line for older adults (55+) who may be feeling lonely or isolated: 1-855-892-9992 (note – this is not a crisis line)
- Bounce Back phone and online mental health program for adults and youth ages 15 and over
- Longer term program – needs referral from primary healthcare professional
Children’s Mental Health of Leeds & Grenville is reaching out to let you know they are still operating, albeit virtually.
