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The Safe Works Access Program (SWAP) is the needle distribution service offered by the AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador (ACNL). It is a health promotion and education service for people who use drugs.
Our services include:
- providing clean supplies
- disposal of used equipment
- support
- referrals
They offer a MOBILE ONLY service on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00-10:00pm in the Corner Brook area. If you live outside of Corner Brook we can make arrangements to send supplies to you at another time. Call 634-SWAP to request a delivery or pick up.
This search facility can be used to help you find a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) for counselling/psychotherapy services. These professionals have obtained our CCC designation and are recognized by CCPA as qualified to provide counselling services in Canada.
Triage line for community-based services, available 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Mental Health and Addictions triage is a process to provide quick assessment and timely access to an appropriate mental health and addictions health professional. Central Health’s health professionals have backgrounds in social work, occupational therapy, nursing and psychology. Using this toll free triage line, persons needing mental health and addictions services can call to refer themselves. Health care providers or other referral sources may continue to refer clients through mail, fax or phone.
Provides clients, families and other referral sources with one central phone number to call directly for information and self-referral to various mental health and addictions services in the St. John’s region
The Warm Line is a non-emergency, non-crisis telephone support and referral service. People with lived experience receive training to operate the service.
| Provides an emergency place for young men 16-29 who are homeless |
Provides 24 hour supportive lodging to individuals who are 19+ with a chronic and persistent mental illness. Services include residential and psychiatric care, case management, and therapeutic recreation
For up to date information and resources regarding COVID-19, please visit the site below.
Children, youth and young adults can text ‘TALK’ to 686868 to a trained volunteer Crisis Responder who will help with any issues – big or small. The service is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Doorways provides rapid access to mental health and addictions counselling services ‘one session at a time’. While most locations offer a walk-in service, some locations provide same-day, next day, or appointments by phone. Walk-in counselling services are available without an appointment or referral.
If further counselling is required, staff will work with you to provide access to additional services and supports.
Doorways is not an emergency service. In an emergency, call 911 or the Mental Health Crisis Line at 1-888-737-4668, or proceed to the nearest emergency department.
To find Doorways in your area, click on your region below or call 811 and a Healthline nurse will provide you with a contact number.
Provides a specialized interdisciplinary program focused on the recognition, assessment and treatment of individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis and their families
HealthLine is a free, confidential, 24 hour telephone line, staffed by experienced registered nurses in our province who can offer health advice, information and connect you to resources and local services. We are always there for you at 811.
The Hope Program is for you and your family if you are 15+ and have been diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa or other specified feeding and eating disorder. We are available to anyone in the province by phone and we are also at the Renata Elizabeth Withers Centre for Hope on Major’s Path in St. John’s so that you can begin your journey to wellness in a trusting, supportive environment. Talk to a physician or health care provider. If the Hope Program is the best option for you, they can make a referral.
Provides specialized inpatient addictions treatment services for youth
Kids Help Phone offers free telephone and texting support to children and youth, 24/7 in French and English. Youth can be anonymous and will receive professional counselling, information and referrals. Call 1-800-668-6868, visit KidsHelpPhone.ca for online resources or download the Always There App.
From the comfort and safety of their own apartments, Marguerite’s Place assists women move toward independence. We follow a trauma-informed, holistic approach and provide around-the-clock on-site staff. We provide women with tools and knowledge to develop healthy relationships, skills, and community connections to navigate challenges and crisis.
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Mental Health and Addictions Systems Navigator
Are you having difficulty navigating the system or connecting with a service? Our Navigator is a central point of contact for individuals, family members and stakeholders throughout the province to:
- Problem solve so that you can figure out next steps
- Consider options and find the right mental health or addiction service
- Get help in making connections
Call 752-3916 or 1-877-999-7589; VRS calls are welcome
Call now if you feel like you are unable to cope, are thinking about suicide or if you are unsure where to turn for help. The Mental Health Crisis Line is a free, confidential service for individuals, family and friends. The crisis line is province-wide, 24 hours a day.
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addictions
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
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Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction |
| 3 West, St. Clare’s (709) 777-5390 |
| LeMarchant House (709) 777-5622 |
| Terrace Clinic (709) 777-3453 |
| Shea Heights (57B Linegar Avenue) (709) 752-4313 |
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Provides assessment and therapeutic counselling to individuals of all ages in the areas of mental health and addiction
Mobile crisis response teams are comprised of mental health and addictions clinicians and police officers who are trained to respond together to mental health and addictions-related calls for service. The purpose of these teams is to deliver crisis intervention services directly to people in the community, thereby helping divert individuals from emergency departments and the criminal justice system.
This service is currently available in:
- St. John’s Metro
- Mount Pearl
- Holyrood
- Bay Bulls
- Portugal Cove-St. Philip’s
- Torbay
This service is available seven days a week from 9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
To access service please call:
The Mental Health Crisis Line at 1-888-737-4668
Mobile crisis response teams are comprised of mental health and addictions clinicians and police officers who are trained to respond together to mental health and addictions-related calls for service. The purpose of these teams is to deliver crisis intervention services directly to people in the community, thereby helping divert individuals from emergency departments and the criminal justice system.
This service is currently available in:
- Bay of Islands area
- North Shore: all communities to Cox’s Cove
- South Shore: all communities to Lark Harbour
- East to and including Deer Lake
- West to and including Gallants
This service is available seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
To access service please call:
- 911
- Corner Brook RCMP Detachment (709) 637-4100
The mission of the Student Wellness and Counselling Centre (SWCC) is to provide integrated services to address the holistic needs of the students studying at Memorial University. The SWCC consists of counselling, health, and wellness supports including primary health care, counselling, health promotion, disease prevention, and wellness education. Our care is dedicated to helping students remain healthy and make good life choices while pursuing their academic goals. We provide inclusive care to enhance the emotional, physical, and personal wellbeing of Memorial students including the achievement of their academic and personal success.
Naomi Centre is an emergency shelter that offers safe and supportive temporary housing for women aged 16-30 within a harm reduction model. Our staff provide supportive counselling services and support is also provided to former residents of Naomi Centre.
We accept self-referrals or referrals from others including health care providers, family counselling agencies, government departments, or family and friends of individuals needing emergency housing.
The private practice roster is available for individuals wishing to engage the services of a social worker. Social workers listed here are registered with NLASW and meet the criteria for registration as a private practitioner.
Call province-wide for 24/7 support and information if you have been impacted by sexual violence.
Provides psychiatric assessment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and inpatient psychiatric care and psychiatrists on call in other regions.
The Recovery Centre in St. John’s is open to anyone in the province who is 16+ and needs help while withdrawing from alcohol, drugs and/or gambling. (You may remember this service as “detox”, but things have changed). We now have around-the-clock nursing support and can provide medication to help with your withdrawals as needed. Once you start to feel better, we have a counsellor and meetings to support you as you begin your recovery.
Assists individuals in reducing the risks related to substance use, and provides support, education and referrals required to enhance personal health
Provides services to adults who face barriers from fully participating in the community, such as mental health challenges, lack of education, long periods of unemployment and poverty. Offers residential, community and correctional-based counselling, supportive housing, and employment preparation and skills development.
Provides peer support, education, information and hope for individuals recovery from addiction.
Provides a variety of residential and support services to children and youth ages 8-18 who are involved with Child, Youth and Family Services or Youth Corrections
• 24 hour crisis line, answered by a crisis worker
• A safe place to stay, at no cost, where necessities are provided
• Transportation to our shelter
• Accommodations in a communal living setting for up to six weeks
• Supportive counselling by experienced, non-judgemental staff
• Help exploring options and making decisions, as well as accessing information about housing, finances, legal issues, etc
• Referrals to other agencies and supports. You will be supported no matter what you decide
Corner Brook & area
Local Crisis Line: 634-4198
Toll Free Crisis Line: 1-866-634-4198