Community Resources
"We don't have to do it alone. We were never meant to" - Brene Brown
IWK Central Referral - Call 902-464-4110 if you would like information on accessing the IWK's mental health programs.
Mental Health Crisis Line -1 800-668-6868
This new provincial-wide service is now available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide mental health crisis intervention. The crisis line is staffed by licensed clinicians with a background in social work, nursing or occupational therapy. Staff will triage and assess each call for risk and safety issues, and will help the caller cope with their issue.
211 Nova Scotia:
Call 211 or visit https://ns.211.ca/
Free helpline that connects you to community and social services in your area 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in over 150 languages.
The Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team 902-429-8167 or 1-888-429-8167 (toll free)
(MHMCT) provides intervention and short term crisis management for children, youth and adults experiencing a mental health crisis. We offer telephone intervention throughout the Capital District and mobile response in areas served by Halifax Regional Police including Halifax, Dartmouth and Bedford. Our support is confidential, non-judgmental and respectful.
CLICK THE ABOVE LINK TO REGISTER OR INQUIRE ABOUT ANY OF THE BELOW FREE PARENTING PROGRAMS.
Incredible Years – 12 Week School Age Parenting Program
This program focuses on improving your child's social and emotional skills and reducing behavioural problems. It is for parents of children who are 6-12 years old.
An Introduction to Parenting Your Teenager
An introductory session to help you better understand your teen and how their brain works, practice skills to improve communication and help your family run more smoothly.
My Child is Anxious. Should I Worry? 2-Week Program
Learn how to identify early signs of anxious feelings in your children, and develop skills to help them manage everyday anxiety. For parents and caregivers of children up to 12 years old.
IWK CENTRAL REFERRAL PROCESS
Getting Help at the IWK Mental Health and Addictions
Central Referral:(902) 464-4110
When a child or teen has a mental health or additions problem, the IWK can help. They will work with your family to provide the best care and treatment possible.
How it works:
Step 1: Call the IWK Central Referral at (902) 464-4110 and press 1 to book an appointment.
Step 2: Staff will collect information (approx. 15-20 minutes)and give you a CHOICE appointment.
Step 3: At your CHOICE appointment a IWK clinician will:
Talk about your child or family's mental heath or addiction.
Learn about available services and treatment options.
Work collaboratively with your child and family to assess what treatment options best suit your family needs.
