Resources
Call COAST at 1-866-550-5205 for confidential crisis support 24/7.
COAST is a mobile crisis outreach and intervention service that offers immediate telephone counselling and on-site crisis outreach intervention as needed. It operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day for individuals 16 years and older experiencing a mental health crisis. Information is collected over the phone by a qualified health professional. If needed, the mobile team will assess the person in crisis in their community. Ongoing telephone support and/or referral to appropriate follow up services may be recommended to prevent further crisis. COAST is not a rapid-response service. For life-threatening emergencies call 9-1-1.
Call COAST 24/7 at 1-866-550-5205
Distress Centre Niagara
Skilled responders supporting the safety and emotional wellness of those in need.
COVID-19 Service Update: If you or someone you know is in need of support, our Distress Line service continues to be available 24/7.
For immediate help in the Niagara Region please call our 24 hour crisis line:
For residents outside of the Niagara Region, please view our Out of Region Services.
When you don’t know where to turn – dial 211
211 is here to help you find the right community and social services.
Dial 211 and ask us about:
211 is an easy to remember 3-digit phone number that is free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
If English is not your first language, you can also access 211 information with the assistance of an interpreter in more than 150 languages.
Kids Help Phone
With Kids Help Phone’s texting service, you can chat with a trained, volunteer crisis responder for support any time, about anything, via text message.
Our texting service is free and available across Canada 24/7. You don’t need a data plan, Internet connection or an app to use it.
Canadian Mental Health Association
With 330 community locations, CMHA is a nationwide organization that promotes mental health and supports people recovering from mental illness.