Looking for Help?
Regardless if you are a service provider, engaging in substance use, or are looking to support someone you care about; ARC is committed to providing valuable resources on treatments, programs, and supports for all members of the community.
Resources
Addiction Helpline: 1-866-332-2322
Canadian Suicide Prevention Services 24/7 Phone Line: 1-833-456-4566
Text (4 PM – Midnight): 45645
Centre for Suicide Prevention: 403-245-3900
Child Abuse Reporting 24 hr phone line: 403-297-2995 Toll-free: 1-800-387-5437
Child & Family Services (Strathmore): 403-934-1706 (Office)
Digital Overdose Response System (DORS)
In Alberta, approximately 70% of opioid-related deaths take place in private residences, often among those who are using while alone.
The Digital Overdose Response System (DORS) app allows Albertans using opioids or other substances to summon emergency response to their location if they become unconscious.
The DORS app also provides information on national and provincial addiction recovery supports and services, such as the Addiction Helpline, helping ensure people have the information they need to move towards their journey to recovery.
The DORS app cannot guarantee that an overdose will not occur, but it does provide ongoing monitoring to ensure medical response reaches an individual as quickly as possible if they become unresponsive.
Distress Centre Website (Calgary)
Distress Centre 24/7 Crisis Line: 403-266-4357
Emergency Services: 911
Family Violence Info Line: 403-310-1818
Health Link – Alberta Health Services: 811
Hope For Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310
This helpline provides free 24/7 national telephone crisis intervention and support for all Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Mental Health Helpline: 1-877-303-2642
Poison & Drug Information: 1-800-332-1414
Sexual Abuse Crisis Line: 1-877-237-5888
True North Emergency Shelter: 403-934-6634 or 1-877-934-6634
24/7 Emergency Financial Assistance: 1-866-644-5135
Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
303 Forge Rd SE
Phone: 403-253-5250
The AARC treatment program is specially designed for adolescents 12 to 21 years of age who are diagnosed with substance use disorder (DSM-5). The exceptional circumstances of adolescent addiction demand an exceptional treatment program.
Alcove Addiction Recovery for Women
1937 42 Ave SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-242-0722
Alcove Recovery provides long-term residential recovery treatment programs for women who are experiencing co-occurring issues including addiction, mental health distress and a history of abuse. Alcove is the only recovery residence in Calgary that allows mothers and children to remain together during the recovery process in a home-like setting.
Aventa Centre of Excellence for Women with Addictions
610-25 Ave SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-245-9050
Aventa offers a holistic treatment approach in helping women to overcome their addictions, and lead lives that are addiction free. Healthy women translate to healthy families, and healthy communities.
203 15 Ave SE, Calgary
Phone: 403-234-7388
The 42 bed Detox Program provides residential care for clients to safely withdrawal from drugs in a medically supportive environment. The Transitional Program helps move clients safely into permanent housing or long-term drug treatment facilities.
4510 Macleod Trail S, Calgary
Phone: 403-243-5598
Offers both men and women’s addiction recovery programs, as well as transitional and community housing.
411 41 Ave NE, Calgary
Phone: 403-387-6266
Fresh Start’s Calgary location is a 50-bed long term recovery addiction treatment centre for men. They base their program on the 12 steps model and the Family Systems Method.
1835 27 Ave SW, Calgary
Phone: 403-245-1196
Recovery Acres Calgary Society offers gender-specific, provincially funded addiction treatment including; residential treatment, residential recovery and outpatient programs, in their men’s and women’s centres.
1611 Remington Rd NE, Calgary
Phone: 403-297-2507
Provides a structured environment to support people withdrawing from alcohol and other drugs. There is also crisis stabilization for people who gamble.
Simon House Recovery Centre for Men
5819 Bowness Road NW
Phone: 403-247-2050
Simon House feels no one should feel isolated on their journey to recovery. Their 12 week men’s residential programs are delivered in a supportive, uplifting and positive peer environment, giving clients the ultimate set-up for long-term success in recovery.
1231 34 Ave NE
Phone: 403-261-7921
An Indigenous agency that is open to people of all walks of life that are seeking a solution to the problem of addiction. Offering both inpatient and outpatient programs, Sunrise is the only addictions treatment centre where Indigenous culture and spirituality are used harmoniously with the 12 Steps pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous for the treatment of addiction.
Blackfoot
21060 Tranquility Way
Phone: 780-875-8890
Thorpe Recovery Centre is a not for profit organization dedicated to providing client-centered and community-based addiction services. They are an accredited facility, providing Residential Treatment, a number of intensive treatment programs, and a recovery management program, too.
Bonnyville
Bonnyville Indian Metis Rehabilitation Center
29-60-6 W 4th Meridian
Phone: 780-826-3328
This rehabilitation program is 42 days with Adult Co-Ed Residential and is based on the AA philosophies.
Clairemont
Mountain Plains Community Services Society of the North
Solstice Integrated Wellness Centre
Phone: 780-532-7170
A structured, immersive two week program for youth presenting any variety of addiction or mental health concerns. This program focuses on major life areas, stages of change, and healthy coping skills in a residential environment.
Claresholm
221 42nd Ave W
Phone: 403-625-1395
Offers a 48 bed short term intensive residential treatment program for adults who are experiencing problems as a result of their alcohol use, other drug use, tobacco and gambling. The standard program length is 4 weeks, with some flexibility to extend the stay based on individualized client needs and recovery goals.
Cold Lake
Lakeland Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Society – 2nd Floor
4823-50th St
Phone: 780-594-9903
The 2nd Floor Women’s Recovery Centre is a live-in addiction recovery centre exclusively for women. Priority is given to women who are pregnant, or at risk of getting pregnant. You do not have to be pregnant to attend the 2nd Floor.
Delbourne
1810 25th Ave
Phone: 403-749-2147
Venture Academy provides help for troubled teens in Canada including troubled teens who are experiencing family conflict, negative peers, school suspensions, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, drug and alcohol abuse, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Conduct Disorder, anxiety, depression, and other clinically diagnosed disorders or significant behavioural challenges.
Drayton Valley
Opportunity Home Treatment & Recovery Centre
5219 53 Ave
Phone: 780-514-3959
Opportunity Home Treatment and Recovery Centre’s mission is to provide a nurturing, supportive living environment in which men recovering from addiction are offered the tools to transform their lives.
Drumheller
Drumheller Society for Recovery Grace House
175 3 St W
Phone: 403-823-5437
Grace House offers a 90 day residential recovery program for men addicted to alcohol and/or drugs. The program is based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and basic life skills: showing the residents how the two, in combination, can help lead to a clean, sober life.
Edmonton
Addiction Recovery Centre – Adult Detoxification Services (AHS)
10302 107 St NW
Phone: 780-415-2580
The Addiction Recovery Centre (ARC) is a residential facility that provides safe detoxification services.
162 Bonnie Doon Centre
Phone: 780-423-5516
Adeara provides in-depth, accredited addiction programming based on research, to treat the whole person: biologically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. Their unique model is designed to keep mothers and children together, while providing compassionate, trauma-informed care. Programming ranges from a minimum of six months to over one year, depending on the individual.
Edmonton Youth Addiction Services Protection of Children Abusing Drugs
Phone: 780-644-1535
Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Program is a court mandated, medically supported detoxification program that helps children / youth whose use of alcohol or other drugs is likely to cause significant psychological or physical harm to themselves or others.
Edmonton Youth Addiction Services – Residential Treatment
Phone: 780-554-2982
This three-month program is available for youth who need the structure of a residential setting. Close proximity to health care and mental health resources make this setting ideal for youth who require close supervision and access to urban resources.
9908 106 Ave
Phone: 780-422-2018
For men and women struggling with addiction, they provide year long recovery communities. Their hope is rooted in the life-changing power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and from that source they seek to meet not only the physical needs of their guests but spiritual needs as well.
Our House Addiction Recovery Centre
22210 Stony Plain Rd NW
Phone: 780-474-8945
Our House Addiction Recovery Centre offers a one-year residential addiction recovery program to men (18+) through shared accommodations at their 30-room facility. During this year, trained professionals guide residents through modules designed to equip them with the tools for long-term recovery.
6329-118 Ave
Phone: 780-471-2996
Recovery Acres provides residential treatment in a safe and sober living environment for men with a history of addiction who are motivated to change. They use trauma informed principles in a combination of group sessions, one-on-one counselling, recreation therapy and holistic recovery methods to promote clients developing and maintaining a productive and healthy lifestyle.
Henwood Treatment Centre – Adult Residential Treatment (AHS)
18750 18 St NW
Phone: 780-422-9069
Provides a residential addiction treatment service and offers a gender-specific intensive live-in treatment program.
10302 107 St NW
Phone: 587-524-1530 ext 103
The George Spady Society’s Medical Detox is a 35-bed unit located at the George Spady Centre in Edmonton’s downtown core. The Medical Detox provides individuals with a safe, fully medically supported space to withdraw from substances, stabilize their health and receive referrals to treatment facilities, mental health supports, and housing.
Salvation Army Transformations Addiction and Recovery Program
9611 – 102nd Ave
Phone: 780-429-4274
Provides safe, sober housing for recovery and wellness with different programs for both men and women.
The McDougall House Association
11050-108 St NW
Phone: 780-426-1409
McDougall House is a 12 bed “second stage” residential addiction treatment facility for women. Incoming clients will have completed a short-term residential treatment program prior to their arrival in our program. This helps to prepare them for ongoing work to better understand and address the dynamics behind their addictions. Each individual recovery plan is focused on the goals of the client.
Fort Macleod
Foothills Alcohol Action Society – Foothills Centre
810 18 St
Phone: 403-553-4466
The Detox Program consists of introducing information on substance abuse in a group setting on a daily basis. Factual information is presented through videos and group lectures. Group lectures are designed to assist the client to understand the process of addictions, first steps into recovery and preparation for treatment.
Fort McMurray Recovery Centre – Adult Residential Treatment (AHS)
451 Sakitawaw Trail
Phone: 780-793-8300
A residential intensive treatment program for adults with addiction issues.
Pastew Place Detoxification Centre Society
505 Sakitawaw Trail
Phone: 780-791-2525
Short term, non medical services for individuals with substance use disorders, social detoxification programs offer room, board and interpersonal support to intoxicated individuals and individuals in substance use withdrawal. Also offers non-residential, day treatment programs for people who have substance use or gambling problems.
Glendon
5201 48 Ave
Phone: 780-242-8029
Her Recovery is an addiction treatment center focused on providing specialized care for women. Their specialized care includes individual and therapy counselling, evidence-based treatment, trauma-informed care, recreation, and access to qualified medical doctors.
Grande Prairie
Northern Addictions Centre – Adult Detoxification/Residential Treatment (AHS)
11333 106 St
Phone: 780-538-5210
This facility provides a residential intensive treatment program for adults with addiction issues, medical detoxification services by qualified nursing staff and a consulting physician, alcohol, other drugs, tobacco, and gambling prevention, and education services, an opioid dependency program and more.
11007 106 St
Phone: 780-533-3025
Offers a 6-Month Residential Treatment program which includes, but is not limited to drug and alcohol abuse, patterns of homelessness and criminal activity, gambling and pornography addiction, anger issues, anxiety disorders, shame, low self-esteem, and so on.
Youth Detoxification and Stabilization
10014 99 St
780-538-5162
A structured, immersive two week program for youth presenting any variety of addiction or mental health concerns. This program focuses on major life areas, stages of change, and healthy coping skills in a residential environment.
Offers a 14 day social program for adolescents between 12 and 18 to address mental wellness and / or safely withdraw from alcohol, other drugs, or gambling.
High Prairie
Metis Indian Town Alcohol Association
5409 47 St
Phone: 780-523-3372
Short term, non medical services for individuals with substance use disorders, social detoxification programs offer room, board and interpersonal support to intoxicated individuals and individuals in substance use withdrawal.
High River
36 2 Ave SE
Phone: 403-710-0744
Narrow Road Home offers a continuum of support and care through customized residential recovery programs for women struggling with domestic violence, abuse, addiction and life crisis.
Lethbridge
Lethbridge Recovery Centre – Adult Detoxification Services (AHS)
7 St South
Phone: 403-388-6243
A 24/7 service that helps people detoxify from alcohol and other drugs in a safe, controlled setting. It is an adult detoxification service that also provides residential substance use disorder treatment.
Lethbridge Youth Treatment Centre
402 6 Ave N
Phone: 403-388-7600
The Lethbridge Youth Treatment Centre offers treatment to youth whose lives have been negatively impacted by substance use and gambling.
85049 Range Rd 212
Phone: 403-387-6266
Provides a long-term treatment solution uncovering hope and healing through a 90 day intensive program.
520 7 St South
Phone: 403-328-0955
Southern Alcare Manor is a 25 – bed residential recovery treatment facility for men and women who have a sincere desire to abstain from alcohol, drugs or gambling and require a stable living environment during recovery.
Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat Recovery Centre – Detoxification/Residential Treatment (AHS)
370 Kipling St SE
Phone: 403-529-9021
A 24/7 service that helps people detoxifying from alcohol and other drugs in a safe, controlled setting. It is an adult detoxification service that also provides residential substance use disorder treatment.
545 Woodman Ave SE
Phone: 403-527-1588
The LYNX Recovery House provides a safe, supportive, sober, and abstinence-based transitional housing environment for up to ten individuals 18+. Support is provided to adults in recovery, specifically those who have completed detox and are awaiting residential treatment as well as those who have completed residential treatment and require abstinence-based housing and healthy support transitioning back into the community.
Nordegg
Enviros – Shunda Creek Wilderness-based Addiction Treatment
Highway 11 & RR 14-1a
Phone: 403-343-4404
Enviros Shunda Creek is a 12-week voluntary addiction treatment program for 18- to 24-year-old men. The program addresses substance abuse and co-occurring mental health issues that require residential treatment and support in an isolated environment. Shunda Creek is a 10-bed wilderness based residential program located west of Rocky Mountain House situated at the base of the Brazeau and Shunda Mountain ranges.
Priddis
Teen Challenge Alberta Men’s Centre
146024-208 St W
Phone: 403-931-3501
The Alberta Men’s Centre is a 12-month in-residence alcohol and drug addiction rehabilitation program, for adults 18+, located near Calgary in Priddis, Alberta. They offer help and hope to those struggling with alcoholism and/or addiction to other drugs.
Red Deer
Central Alberta’s Safe Harbour Society for Health and Housing
5246 – 53 Ave
Phone: 403-347-0181
Provides emergency shelter and outreach, medically supported detox, housing services and Indigenous supports.
4614-50 Ave
403-986-0050
The Red Deer Dream Centre’s recovery program is for men, ages 18 years or older, seeking freedom from substance addiction. The program is a 4-month commitment where clients live onsite. Clients may be able to stay up to one year based on their individual needs.
Standoff
Blood Tribe Department of Health – Bringing the Spirit Home
Mainstreet Building 1
Phone: 403-737-8600
Provides a detoxification program.
Sturgeon County
Poundmaker’s Lodge Treatment Centres
Box 34007 Kingsway Mall
Phone: 780-458-1884
Poundmaker’s offers 3 distinct programs: a 42 Day Residential Treatment Program designed for adults 18 years of age and up, a 90 Day Young Adult Residential Treatment Program specifically designed for young adults between the ages of 18 to 24 years who are Alberta residents and the Iskwew Healing Lodge which is an aftercare facility for women.
Nightwind Treatment Centre – Kihew House
26130 Township Rd 572
Phone: 780-961-3200
Offers a 9-bed, Rural Treatment Program for young women ages 12-18. Their treatment program supports abuse history, substance abuse, and conflict while trauma-informed care is integrated into the program.
Tees
iRecover Addiction Treatment Centres
41003 Range Rd, #235A, Tees, AB T0C 2N0
Phone: 1-877-387-4155
Provides rapid access facilities which begin with detox, meaning there is no wait list or doctor referral needed. The program duration is 4, 8, or 12 weeks in length with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) being completed after the fourth week. Participants will receive one-on-one counseling, group counseling, and fellowship meetings (both in-house and in the community).
Westlock
Nightwind Treatment Centre – Grandmother Turtle House
26130 Township Rd 572
Phone: 780-961-3200
Provides a 4-bed, Small Town TSIL Program for young women ages 15-22. Transitions to a Semi-Independent Living program and focuses on daily living skills, school success, employment and transitioning to independence.
Phone: 1-866-710-QUIT (7848)
A free, confidential telephone counselling service for smokers and spit tobacco users.
AlbertaQuits is a free web-based support for those preparing to quit smoking. It’s all about finding the right information at the right time. You’ll learn what to expect and how to prepare for road blocks on your journey to successful quitting.
Alberta’s Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
1-844-383-7688
Technology Delivered Same Day Medication Starts, Opioid Treatment Transition Service, and Ongoing Opioid Dependency Care. 7 Days Per Week.
403-777-1212 (Calgary 24/7 helpline)
Find a meeting in your community or online.
Cocaine Anonymous is similar to other 12-step groups. The focus on change is primarily the same. Although the emphasis tends to be more on cocaine or crack cocaine as the drug of choice, it can help in the case of any drug. Cocaine Anonymous also includes open meetings which anyone can attend.
Crystal Meth Anonymous is a program based on a 12-step philosophy similar to programs such as Cocaine or Heroin Anonymous. Those in attendance most likely are recovering from crystal methamphetamine use and come together in support of recovery for each member.
Enhanced Access to Opioid Agonist Therapy
1-844-383-7688
Effective April 1, 2020, the Government of Alberta will enhance access to Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) through the establishment of an OAT Gap Coverage Program that will provide Albertans who currently do not have supplementary health benefits coverage with no-cost coverage for 120 days of buprenorphine/naloxone or methadone. There is no application. Get an assessment and prescription and the pharmacy will direct bill blue cross.
Heroin Anonymous is available to those recovering from heroin addiction. Although not as prevalent as Alcoholics or Narcotics Anonymous, those attending the program can greatly benefit from what it has to offer. Open meetings are available in the HA fellowship for those wishing to attend and learn more about what their loved one is going through, be it a current user or one who is in recovery from heroin addiction.
1-855-562-2262
Find a meeting in your community or online.
Tollfree: 1-866-710-QUIT (7848)
QuitCore is a FREE group support program that provides Albertans (18+); with the tools and skills they need to quit using tobacco. The program consists of six 90-minute sessions over a period of up to nine weeks at various locations around the province. Join a group in your community to share your stories, learn new coping strategies and celebrate milestones together.
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM)
The Alex; #102 2840 2 Ave SE, Calgary
Phone: 403-277-9869
Support for those experiencing a challenge with substance use, including medication, peer support, counselling and groups.
A fellowship of recovering couples who suffer from many addictions and dysfunctions and share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to solve common problems and help other recovering couples restore their relationships.
Although Smart Recovery is not as prevalent as Al-Anon, this resource is for those who would like to explore science-based options (non 12 step).
Southern Alberta Area of Cocaine Anonymous
1-833-762-3700
Serving Red Deer, Drumheller, Claresholm, Calgary, High River, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge.
Adult Children of Alcoholics (& Drug Addicted)/Dysfunctional Family Systems (ACOA)
ACOA is as important a resource as Al-Anon. This program is also step- and tradition-based like Al-Anon, AA, & NA. The ACOA program is most helpful for those who grew up in dysfunctional homes and for those who currently live or lived in a dysfunctional home with an addict or alcoholic.
Al-Anon is an important source of ongoing support. Your loved one will be going to meetings for the addiction. Families will benefit as much by going to Al-Anon meetings and finding sponsors for themselves. The substance user’s chances of recovery increase significantly when the family enters recovery as well.
A great resource and is very similar to Al-Anon. Al-Anon seems to be a preferable match for the spouse, partner, or significant other of the addicted person. Families Anonymous seems to be better for the relatives, friends, or parents of the addicted person.
Families for Addiction Recovery
Free and confidential support for parents. Supporting families affected by addiction, advocating for timely, compassionate, evidence-based treatment, and ending stigma.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving is a powerful resource, an organization that takes a stance against drunk and drugged driving. It also assists victims of drunk and drugged driving, with a focus on prevention.
Parents Empowering Parents Society
Supports and educates families dealing with the effects of substance abuse in youth and adult children. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with substance use or addiction to step into health and recovery.
Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Program
Phone: 1-866-332-2322 (24 hr Toll Free Helpline)
Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Program is a court mandated, medically supported detoxification program that helps children / youth whose use of alcohol or other drugs is likely to cause significant psychological or physical harm to themselves or others.
Addiction and Mental Health Clinic Strathmore
209 3 Ave, Strathmore
Phone: Strathmore Clinic: 403-361-7277
Access Mental Health (for intakes): 403-943-1500
This service provides assessment, treatment, and follow up to individuals experiencing moderate to severe addiction and mental health concerns. Working across the lifespan, clinicians work with individuals and families to identify goals of treatment as they relate to addiction and mental health concerns.
Foothills Community Immigrant Services
Phone: 403-629-7842
Foothills Community Immigrant Services provides settlement and integration services to newcomers in the Strathmore and Chestermere area. They provide free support to newcomers in the areas of school registration, document support, connecting to the community, understanding Canadian culture and much more.
GO’s team consists of a Registered Nurse and Life Skills Coach that provide support through home visits with healthy decision making, prenatal and parenting education, breastfeeding support, and community resource connections. They provide non-judgemental free services that seek to provide a great start for families.
Joni Elliott’s Counselling Services
Phone: 403-934-2424
Joni Elliott provides services for a variety of psychological issues with specialties in grief and loss, anxiety, and depression.
Moms Uniting for Maternal Support: Peer to Peer Support Program
Phone: 403-205-5178
This is a program for new parents who feel they are struggling with Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anxiety. When the parent completes an intake, they are matched with a peer volunteer. All peer volunteers have lived experience and provide weekly phone calls for support.
Phone: 1-888-294-0076
Prospect Rocky View and Wheatland Employment Services
Unit 119 #320, 2 St, Strathmore
Phone: 403-983-9910
Prospect provides individuals with all the tools they need to make their job search successful. Their career advisors and job search resources can help clients find the job they want. No appointments are needed.
Step One Peer Support and Wellness Group
Phone: 403-361-7277
Step One Peer Support and Wellness Group is open to any adult in the area who suffers from isolation and/or mental health issues and would like to become involved. Programming includes: education, coping skills, social activities, nutrition, crafts, exercise and friendships with a focus on balance and emotional, physical, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Everyone is assured of respect and confidentiality. Ages Served: 18+
Strathmore Family and Community Support Services (SFCSS)
1 Parklane Dr (Strathmore Municipal Building)
Phone: 403-934-9090
The Town of Strathmore Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) is a department of the Town of Strathmore and is offered in partnership with the Government of Alberta. They offer programs and services that aim to increase awareness of and address community social issues; support people to develop independence; meet client needs; strengthen coping skills, reduce barriers; connect people to community resources and support residents to become more resistant to crisis.
Strathmore Municipal Library: Strathmore & Area Adult Inclusive Learning (SAIL) Program
Phone: 403-934-5440
Strathmore & Area Adult Inclusive Learning (SAIL) program assists adults in building the foundational skills required to achieve success in society, such as English language skills, digital literacy, mathematical literacy and more. This program is conducted in classes or individual tutoring. Ages Served: 18+
Strathmore Pregnancy Care Centre
304 3 Ave Suite 106B, Strathmore
Phone: 403-934-3017
Strathmore Pregnancy Care Centre is a non-profit agency offering assistance to anyone facing personal challenges related to pregnancy or pregnancy related decisions.
Strathmore Regional Victim Services Society
Phone: 403-934-6552
The Strathmore Regional Victims Services supports victims of crime and traumatic events by providing information and referrals to various resources. They also provide court support for witnesses.
Trellis Commons: Family Resource Network Strathmore and Chestermere
419B 2 St, Strathmore
Phone: 403-983-0076
Programs include Triple P & Teen Triple P, Circle of Security, Nurturing Parents, Indigenous Literacy, Parenting Skills, Kids Have Stress Too, ASQ Programming, Coffee & Chat, Infant Massage, Postpartum Support Group, Mother Goose in the Park, and more!
122 Canal Gardens, Strathmore
Phone: 403-324-4335
Wheatland County Food Bank is there for those difficult times when there’s no food at home and it’s days or weeks until your next pay cheque. Call to complete an intake.
Wheatland Family and Community Support Services (WFCSS)
242006 Range Road 243 (Wheatland County Office)
Phone: 403-934-5335
Wheatland Youth Network
Phone: 403-934-0516
Wheatland Youth Network (WYN) is working towards creating an Integrated Youth Service that connects young people aged 11-24 in Strathmore and Wheatland County.
Addiction & Mental Health programs
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Convenient and confidential, the suicide safety planning app puts safety planning in the pocket so it can be accessed and edited at any time.
A free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
Offers free peer-facilitated group meetings (includes virtual meetings), and evidence-based practices and tools designed to help those who are questioning their relationship with substances. Families, allies, and professionals are all welcome to attend meetings.
Offers a collaboration of distress and crisis centres from across Canada, offering Canada’s first nationally available, regionally delivered suicide prevention service.
Provides access to free e-mental health tools provided by the Australian Commonwealth Department of Health and Aging including e-couch, MoodGym and Bluepages.
Provides a resource for supporting men in their fight against depression by providing tips, tools, information about professional services, and stories of success.
Find resources and supports when you need them.
1-844-944-4744
Monday to Friday, noon to 8pm
Alberta division of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Owl Pod Mental Health and Obesity Telemedicine Clinics
Phone: 1-587-834-6704
This virtual counselling service is provided to all Albertans free of charge, and addresses issues including depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, stress, and weight loss.
Albertans can access free counselling, on a session by session basis, by telephone, video conference, or in person in Calgary. They are guaranteed to access counselling within three business days, but often same day and next day appointments are available. Each session is 75 minutes long, and they’re stand alone sessions (meaning there is no expectation for clients to come back for more sessions). There is also no limit on the number of single sessions clients can book. There is no intake required, no financial eligibility, etc. Clients can book appointments online.
1-833-456-4566
1-855-554-4325
By and for Indigenous females.
An Alberta-based innovation, Text4Hope is an evidence-based tool that helps people identify and adjust the negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours stressful times might provoke. Through a set of daily messages, people receive advice and encouragement helpful in developing healthy personal coping skills and resiliency. Community members simply subscribe to receive ongoing supportive content.
Text4Hope-Addiction Support is also available and designed to help Albertans dealing with psychological issues related to addiction.
Text HOPEAB to 393939 to subscribe.
Text Open2Change to 393939 to subscribe to the addiction program.
Thunderbird Wellness is a free app that provides access to an Indigenous perspective on health and wellness, where culture forms the foundation. From there, find information to help with substance use, addiction or mental health issues.
Accessible counseling provided 7 days a week through video chats. Multiple language options available.
WalkAlong is a free online mental health companion providing online tools that support your own journey as well as being a good resource for others.
Phone: 1-866-585-0445
24/7 Immediate, free and confidential mental health and substance use help.
A place just for teens affected by someone else’s alcoholism. Teenagers between 13 to 18 years old can register to attend the Alateen Chat meetings.
403-264-TEEN (8336)
Child and Youth Addiction and Mental Health
A wide range of resources about wellness, mental health conditions, and supports for young people.
e-Mental Health for youth and young adults in Alberta.
Frayme, Youth Mental Health Resources
Youth mental health and substance abuse.
Improving Treatment Together Project
Opioid treatment services for youth.
Young leaders revolutionizing mental health.
At Kickstand Connect, you can access free mental health and substance use counselling through a virtual walk-in clinic, peer support, employment services and register for free workshops and support groups! Registration takes only a few minutes – all you need is an email address and to provide your name, date of birth, gender and postal code when you book an appointment; you do not need your health card for most services.
Information for youth and families.
Short opioid-use videos from Alberta youth.
6pm to midnight PST
Text 778-783-0177 or chat online