Mental health and addictions in Toronto, Ontario
SHN - Community Crisis Program
Offered by Scarborough Health Network
In short
Crisis programs support individuals in crisis and provide continued service based on urgency, so they are able to remain in their homes rather than in hospital.
- Hours
- 24hrs/7 days
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults; Youth, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Help with my mental health, A fresh start
- Where
- 3030 Birchmount Rd, Scarborough, ON M1W 3W3
- How to reach
- (416) 495-2891 · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
Crisis programs support individuals in crisis and provide continued service based on urgency, so they are able to remain in their homes rather than in hospital. These crisis programs are available for individuals currently accessing mental health care services, as well as those requiring mental health care services for the first time. The crisis programs are fully integrated and coordinated with the hospitals Mental Health program and the broader mental health care system.
Serving the Scarborough and East York communities, the Community Crisis Program is for individuals who are 16 years or older and who are experiencing mental health symptoms, including feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or anxiety.
Staffed by professional crisis workers, services include:
- Telephone crisis support: 416-495-2891
- Crisis de-escalation and support
- Safety and crisis planning
- Mental health assessments and referrals to appropriate community resources
- Brief psychotherapies
- Community visits
Who can use it?
16 years or older
When is it open?
SHN - Community Crisis Program is open 24hrs/7 days.
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 495-2891, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.
3030 Birchmount Rd, Scarborough, ON M1W 3W3
3030 Birchmount Rd, Scarborough, ON M1W 3W3Toronto, Ontario
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