Mental health support is available for Albertans affected by wildfires
If you’ve been evacuated or are otherwise affected by wildfires, mental health and substance use supports are available.
Albertans can access the following supports:
211 connects people to the right information and services.
- Find information and services on the website
- Call 2-1-1
- Text INFO to 211
Anywhere in Alberta, choose counselling that’s right for you with no financial barriers or waitlist.
- Register for counselling on the website 24/7 or by phone: 1-833-827-4230, Monday – Friday from 9 am – 4 pm
CMHA Central Alberta Region – Crisis counselling
Call 403-304-7662 for more information or email kdarbyson@reddeer.cmha.ab.ca.
Recovery-focused mental health courses, available online and free-of-charge.
Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
Call 1-844-383-7688 from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week. Offers same-day treatment and access to opioid agonist treatment medications.
Call 1-866-332-2322 24/7 for rapid access counselling.
Crisis supports
If you’re having thoughts of suicide, call or text the Suicide Crisis Helpline at 9-8-8.