I need help now

Call 911 for medical emergencies.

The following are numbers you can call if you need to speak to someone immediately or don’t know where to go for assistance.
They operate 24 hours a day – 7 days a week. Please click on the image below to connect with the service website.

Mental Health support for 16+

Four County Crisis provides crisis response services to people with a serious mental illness, mental health concerns and those in crisis. Serving Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton. Call 705-745-6484 or 1-866-995-9933

To find services

A way to find services you need in the area you need them. Visit: 211ontario.ca or call 211 on any phone in Ontario. If calling 211 you will be able to speak to a live operator. If using the website, enter the topic that you need help with, then where you are.

Kids Help phone

Wellness support for youth dealing with stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges.
Text: CONNECT to 686868
Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Messenger: KidsHelpPhone.ca/Messenger

YWCA Support & Crisis Line

For women and the people in their lives wondering about their options or who urgently need the safety of our shelter and services.

Virtual Counselling – all ages

For anyone with mental health and/or addictions concerns. Please call 705-876-5826 during the hours of operation.

Mon, Wed, Thurs Fri 8:30 am – 3:30 pm and Tuesdays 8:30 am – 8 pm.