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Crisis Services Canada
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Hamilton Crisis Centre
Walk-in and phone support for individuals and families experiencing a mental health crisis in Hamilton.
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Text HOME to 686868
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9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
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If there is an immediate danger, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department.
COAST Hamilton
24-hour / 7 days a week COAST Crisis Line
905-972-8338
Barrett Centre for Crisis Support
CRISIS LINES Women’s Services
905.523.6277
Mental Health Crisis Support
905.529.7878
Kids Help Phone
Need help now? Start a confidential conversation with a real person you can trust
1-800-668-6868 /Text 686868
Good2Talk
Contact us 24/7. We’re Good2Talk whenever you need us!
18669255454 or 686868
CMHA Hamilton
NEED HELP? Visit the ConnexOntario or call 1-866-531-2600
COAST Hamilton
24-hour / 7 days a week COAST Crisis Line
905-972-8338
Barrett Centre for Crisis Support
CRISIS LINES Women’s Services
905.523.6277
Mental Health Crisis Support
905.529.7878
Youth Wellness Centre
Child & Youth Mental Health
https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/mcmaster-childrens-hospital/areas-of-care/mental-health/
211 Ontario
Be Safe App
Heartache2Hope
https://heartache2hope.com/