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Getting Mental Health Support<\/span><\/h2>\n

People who live with the effects of brain injury are at increased risk of acquiring mental health related issues such as depression and anxiety.\u00a0 In fact, it is estimated that half of all adults living with moderate to severe brain injury experience depression and\/or anxiety that is severe enough to impact their quality of life and ability to do the activities of daily living.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The following resources can help you find mental health supports in your community.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

How to Find Help<\/span><\/h2>\n

211 Ontario<\/span><\/h3>\n

211 is a free and confidential phone number open 24 hours a day. The service is available throughout Ontario, and can refer you to non-profit services and in your area.
\nPhone: 211
\nWebsite: https:\/\/211ontario.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

Canadian Mental Health Association<\/span><\/h3>\n

The Canadian Mental Health Association has local branches throughout the province. Services may include peer support, counselling, family support, addiction services, court diversion programs and more.<\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f Find your local Mental Health Association, HERE<\/a> \u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

ConnexOntario<\/span><\/h3>\n

ConnexOntario refers callers to mental health and addiction services, including problem gambling. They can also provide support and offer strategies over the phone.
\nPhone: 1-866-531-2600
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Distress and Crisis Services<\/span><\/h2>\n

Crisis Services Canada<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you are in crisis, there are are distress centres that can help. Crisis Services Canada is a national distress centre providing crisis support over the phone and by text message. \u00a0<\/strong>
\nPhone: 1.833.456.4566
\nText: 45645<\/p>\n

There are many local Distress Centres throughout the country.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u27a1\ufe0f Find your local Distress Centre, HERE<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n

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Telephone & Online Mental Health Support<\/span><\/h2>\n

togetherall<\/span><\/h3>\n

Online peer support community for mental health including anxiety, depression and other common mental health issues. Peer to peer, anonymous conversation moderated 24 hours a day, seven days a week by trained practitioners.
\nWebsite: https:\/\/togetherall.com\/en-ca\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Wellness Together Canada<\/span><\/h3>\n

Free mental health and substance use support, resources, and counselling by mental health professionals.
\nPhone: 1-866-585-0445
\nWebsite: https:\/\/ca.portal.gs<\/a><\/p>\n

Bounceback\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Free ongoing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program that provides guided mental health support for adults and youth, which utilizes workbooks, online videos, and phone coaching. Must register.
\nPhone: 1-866-345-0224
\nWebsite: https:\/\/bouncebackontario.ca\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Beacon Modern Mind Health<\/span><\/h3>\n

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Mind Beacon is offering free online cognitive behaviour therapy to residents of Ontario.
\nWebsite: https:\/\/www.mindbeacon.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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