Community Resources
You are not alone, and help is available
If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, please reach out to one of the supports below. I do not provide emergency or crisis services, but these lines and organizations are here for you 24/7.
Disclaimer:
I do not provide emergency or crisis response services. This resource list is for informational purposes only and is not an endorsement of any specific organization. If you are in crisis, please contact one of the numbers above or go to your nearest emergency department.
In an Emergency
Call 911 if you are in immediate danger or need urgent medical help
Crisis Support Lines
Call or text 988 – Suicide Crisis Helpline (24/7 for anyone in distress)
Kids Help Phone – Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
Canada Suicide Prevention Service – Call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645
Substance Use & Addictions Support
Addiction Helpline (Alberta) – 1-866-332-2322
Al-Anon and Alateen – 1-888-322-6902
Local Supports
Alberta Mental Health Helpline – 1-877-303-2642 (24/7)
A Safe Place (Sherwood Park) – 780-464-7233 (Women’s shelter and crisis line)
Strathcona Food Bank – 780-449-6413
211 Alberta – Call 211 or visit ab.211.ca for community services
Domestic Violence Helpline – 1-866-331-3933
Other Supportive Resources
Pilgrims Hospice Society, Edmonton – 780-413-9801
Grief support and palliative care programsCASA Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health – 780-342-2701
Specialized mental health services for children, youth, and families in AlbertaTerra Centre for Teen Parents – 780-428-3772
Support for young parents including education, child care, and counsellingSaffron Sexual Assault Centre – 780-449-0900
Support for individuals affected by sexual violence, including counselling and education programsBoys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area – 780-424-8181
Mentorship and positive youth development programsCo-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) Canada – Visit coda.org
Support groups for people seeking healthy relationships and boundaries