Mental health and addiction challenges are a tough thing to navigate as a parent and we can’t do it alone. If you need help, we’ve listed a few helpful resources you can reach out to.

 

St. Leonard’s Community Services

St. Leonard’s offers many services including crisis support, counselling, peer support, and addiction services. Visit www.st-leonards.com to learn more.

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Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services

Woodview offers family and caregiver skills building services, group programs, and more. Visit www.woodview.ca for more information.

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Parents for Children’s Mental Health

A support group for parents and caregivers of a child with a mental health issue or behavioural challenge. Visit www.pcmh.ca/brantford for more information.

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Counselling and Crisis Lines

If you are struggling and need help, call one of the below counselling and crisis lines. If it is an emergency, call 911.

 

Canadian Mental Health Association

519-752-2998

Sexual Assault Centre of Brant Crisis/Support Line

519-751-3471​

St. Leonard’s Crisis Support Line

519-759-7188 or 1-866-811-7188

Brant Community Healthcare System - Mental Health and Addictions Services

519-751-5544 extension 5530

Canada Suicide Prevention Service

1-833-456-4566

Mental Health Help Line

1-866-531-2600

Trans Lifeline

1-877-330-6366

PFLAG-Brantford

1-888-530-6777 extension 540