Mental health & wellness resources in Calgary
Community
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Crisis lines and community supports in Calgary and across Alberta
You don’t have to carry everything alone. These services can help, any time of day.
IF YOU NEED HELP RIGHT NOW
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.
If you are thinking about suicide, call or text 988, any time.
Core Psychology is not a crisis service, and we may not see messages right away. Please use these supports in an emergency.01 · 24/7 crisis support
Someone to talk to, any time
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
988Call or text 988, any time, anywhere in Canada. 988.ca
Distress Centre Calgary
403-266-435724-hour crisis support by phone, plus text and chat options. distresscentre.com
Alberta Mental Health Help Line
1-877-303-2642Free, confidential support and referrals, 24 hours a day.
Health Link
811Health advice from a nurse, and connection to addiction and mental health services. albertahealthservices.ca
02 · Children, teens & families
Support for young people and the adults who care for them
Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868Call, or text CONNECT to 686868, any time. For young people across Canada. kidshelpphone.ca
ConnecTeen
403-264-8336Peer support for youth in Calgary. You can also text 587-333-2724. calgaryconnecteen.com
Wood’s Homes Community Resource Team
403-299-9699Crisis support for children, youth and families in Calgary. woodshomes.ca
Alberta Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-387-5437If you think a child is being abused or neglected, call any time. alberta.ca
03 · Safety & community
Help with safety, addiction and everyday needs
Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter
403-234-723324-hour family violence helpline. calgarywomensshelter.com
Alberta Addiction Helpline
1-866-332-2322Confidential support and referrals for alcohol, drugs and gambling, 24 hours a day.
Urgent mental health, Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre
403-955-6200Walk-in urgent mental health care at 1213 4 St SW, Calgary. AHS details
211 Alberta
211Free help finding local programs and services, by phone, text or chat. ab.211.ca
Numbers checked October 2026. Services can change, so if a number doesn’t work, call 211 for the latest information.
Looking for ongoing support?
When you’re ready for counselling, our team in Marda Loop and online across Alberta can help. Start with a free 15-minute consult.
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