Crisis supports for all ages, including those under 16.
Health811 is a free, secure, and confidential service available to anyone in Ontario, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can call 811 or use the online chat to connect with a registered nurse, get trusted health advice, complete a symptom assessment, find local health services, or receive help finding a family doctor or nurse practitioner through Health Care Connect. Please see the link for more information.
Call for immediate, life-threatening emergencies or when someone is at risk of harming themselves or others. Connects to police, fire, or medical services for urgent response.
24/7
911
Immediate, 24/7 confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Connect with trained responders by call or text.
988 (Call or text)
Contact: Call or text 988 Website: https://988.ca/ Call or text for immediate support during suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis. Connects you with trained counselors available 24/7 for confidential help.
988 (Call or Text)
Offers immediate, in-person mental health support for individuals in crisis. Access through the emergency department.
7 days a week, 9:00am - 11:00pm
189 Elm Street, St. Thomas
519-631-2030
Elgin County OPP and Aylmer Police Services partnership with CMHA: Mobile response to individuals experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis.
911 or call to police
St. Thomas Police Services and CMHA partnership: Mobile response to individuals experiencing a mental health or substance-use related crisis.
A free, confidential support service providing information and referrals for mental health, addiction, and problem gambling services across Ontario.
Call 1-866-531-2600, or text CONNEX to 247247
24/7 free confidential mental health and addiction support line for people living in London, Middlesex, Oxford, and Elgin
1-866-933-2023
Provides urgent medical care for serious injuries, sudden illnesses, or life-threatening conditions. Open 24/7 for immediate treatment.
Special Constables patrol Elgin County and connect individuals to community resources.
584 Talbot Street, St. Thomas
226-374-8815
The INN is a 24/7 shelter that provides safety, support, and solutions to individuals 16 and over who are experiencing homelessness in St Thomas and Elgin County.
10 Princess Avenue, St. Thomas
519-637-9898
Assistance and referrals for victims of crimes and traumatic incidents for all of Elgin County.
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
45 Caso Crossing, St. Thomas
519-631-3182
