Autism Society NL (Provincial Office)

A provincial charitable organization dedicated to promoting the development of individual , lifelong, and community-based supports and services for autistics, their families, and caregivers.

For more information, call the provincial office at (709) 722-2803.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.  The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Our Toll Free Help Line is available at 1-888-579-5215 (579-5215 for local callers in St. John’s).

For meeting information, call (709) 579-6091 or visit https://area82aa.org/find-a-meeting.

To download the AA Meeting Guide app, visit https://www.aa.org/meeting-guide-app.

There are no office hours for this service but messages left will be returned ASAP.

Tommy Sexton Centre (AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador [ACNL])

ACNL works to support individuals living with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis C.  ACNL advocates for change while networking on a provincial, regional, national, and international level regarding HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C issues. ACNL operates the Tommy Sexton Shelter and has 6 affordable housing units.

Call (709) 579-8656 or 1-800-563-1575 or visit www.acnl.net

911

A 24/7 emergency telephone service that responds to emergencies that require assistance form the police, fire department, or ambulance.

Youth Outreach Workers – Western

Youth Early Intervention and Outreach Workers provide support to youth (12-29), support to parents of youth, and other family members who are concerned about their loved one.

Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Port aux Basques       (709) 695-6901
Stephenville                (709) 643-4595
Corner Brook              (709) 639-1710
Bonne Bay                   (709) 458-2381 ext. 271

 

Doorways Walk-In Clinic – Corner Brook – Boone’s Road (Adults 19+)

In-person and virtual (telephone and video) service is available.

Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – *8:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Adults 18+. *Open to 12+ years 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Doorways Walk-In Clinic – Stephenville

In-person and virtual (telephone and video) service is available.

Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Bay St.George Pride, NL

Bay St. George Pride, NL is a non-profit organization, based out of Stephenville, Newfoundland. Through educational programming and events, we celebrate and promote visibility and acceptance of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Call (709) 643-4444, or visit their Facebook page

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Early Psychosis Program-Western

The Early Psychosis Program is designed to meet the needs of people diagnosed with a first episode of psychosis. Individuals must be 16 years or older and within their first three months of treatment for psychosis. The goals of the program are to provide early recognition and identification of individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms, comprehensive assessment, intervention and support for individuals and families, promotion of recovery and prevention of relapse, and provision of education to individuals, families, health workers, and the community.

For more information, please call (709) 784-6822 Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Community-Based Counselling Services – Western

Counsellors are available to support individuals who have mental health, mental illness, substance use, or gambling concerns, as well as family/friends who are affected.

Community-Based Counselling Services is available throughout the Western Health Region, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some locations also provide an evening clinic as listed below.

To access services, contact the nearest office:

Burgeo
Calder Health Care Centre
(709) 886-2185

Corner Brook
Adult Mental Health Services (19 and over) Humberwood Centre, 35 Boones Road       (709) 634-4506
Evening Clinic: Tuesdays until 8:00 p.m.

Blomidon Place (children and adolescents)
133 Riverside Drive
(709) 634-4171

Deer Lake
20 Farm Road
(709) 635-7830

Norris Point
Bonne Bay Health Centre
(709) 458-2381

Port aux Basques
3-6 Barhaven Drive
(709) 695-6250

Port Saunders
Rufus Guinchard Health Centre
(709) 861-9125

Stephenville
127 Montana Drive
(709) 643-8740
Evening Clinic: Wednesdays until 8:00 p.m.

 

Prevention and Promotion Teams – Labrador-Grenfell Health

Offering prevention and promotion services and information to individuals, families, communities, organizations and professional groups. For more information, contact the Regional Addictions Prevention/Mental Health Promotion Consultant. Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

SWAP – ACNL Street Works Access Program

The Safe Works Access Program (SWAP) is a health promotion and education service for people who use drugs. SWAP provides safe drug using equipment throughout the province.

Our services include:

  • providing clean supplies for substance use
  • disposal of used equipment
  • support
  • referrals

Visit https://acnl.net/services/swap/, or call or text (709) 634-7927 for the West Coast,  call 709-897-2125 for Labrador, or call or text (709) 757-7927 for all other areas of the province.

Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Newfoundland time / Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Labrador time

John Howard Society – Western

Provides opportunities for the rehabilitation of people involved in the criminal justice system through program interventions, public education, crime prevention strategies, and restorative justice principles

To learn more, call (709) 643-5894, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.