Finding Support in Huron-Perth
Looking for mental health or suicide-related support can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure where to begin. This page shares trusted resources available in Huron-Perth, along with provincial and national supports.
Some options provide immediate, 24/7 crisis help, while others offer ongoing care, connection, and guidance. Many people start by speaking with a family physician or nurse practitioner, while others reach out to community services, schools, workplaces, or crisis lines.
You don’t need to have all the answers to take the first step.
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or 9-8-8.
Youth/Young Adults
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Suicide Crisis Helpline
Call 988
Text 988
988 offers free, immediate support for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text anytime to connect with trained responders who help you stay safe and grounded.
02
HuronPerth Helpline & Crisis Response Team 24/7 crisis support
Call 1-888-829-7484
Provides 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and mobile outreach for people experiencing a mental health crisis in Huron Perth. A local lifeline when things feel overwhelming.
03
Kids Help Phone
Call 1-800-668-6868
Text CONNECT to 686868
Provides 24/7 counselling by phone, text, and online chat for children and youth. Offers immediate support, crisis help, and mental health tools.
04
Tanner Steffler Foundation
Not a crisis line. Ages 12-29
www.tannerstefflerfoundation.com
A local organization supporting youth and families through mental health education, advocacy, community programs, and addiction awareness across Huron-Perth County.
05
One Stop Talk (youth under 18)
Call 1-855-416-8255
Connect with a registered therapist
www.onestoptalk.ca
Free virtual counselling for children and youth. Connects young people to trained counsellors for same day support and guidance.
06
Huron Perth Centre
Youth up to age 18
Offers counselling, mental health treatment, and family support for children and youth. Provides assessment, therapy, and programs that strengthen emotional wellbeing.
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Connex Ontario
Call 1-866-531-2600
Text CONNEX to 247247
They connect you to Mental Health, Addictions and Gambling Support services, for free. One call. One text. One tap. 24/7. You can browse their database of 5,320 programs at your leisure. Or you can talk to 1 of their team members right now.
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Huron Outreach Eating Disorders Program
Call 519-524-8689 (General Line)
https://www.huronhealthsystem.ca/mental-health-outpatient#accordion-56-2
Welcomes adolescents 12 -17 years of age accompanied by their parent/guardian, as well as adults 18 years of age and over. HOEDP is an outreach satellite partner of LHSC’s Eating Disorder Program.
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Huron Community Mental Health Services
Call: 519-524-8689 (General Line)
https://www.huronhealthsystem.ca/mental-health-outpatient#accordion-56-1
Huron Community Mental Health Services welcomes individuals 16 years of age and over seeking treatment for their mental health. Individual and group treatment services are offered in our Goderich, Wingham, Clinton, Exeter and Seaforth offices. The following are some examples of our group treatment opportunities that are offered at various times throughout the year.
10
Crossing Bridges
Ages 12-24
Virtual Service
www.crossingbridges.ca
A community program offering support, counselling, life skills, and connection for youth facing mental health challenges or social barriers.
11
Stratford-Perth Shelterlink
Youth 16-24
www.shelterlink.org
Provides emergency shelter, housing support, and basic needs for youth who are homeless or at risk. Helps young people find stability and safety.
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CMHA Huron-Perth
1-888-261-9350
Offers mental health counselling, crisis support, housing services, and recovery programs for individuals and families in our community.
Adults
01
Suicide Crisis Helpline
Call 988
Text 988
988 offers free, immediate support for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text anytime to connect with trained responders who help you stay safe and grounded.
02
HuronPerth Helpline & Crisis Response Team 24/7 crisis support
Call 1-888-829-7484
Provides 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, and mobile outreach for people experiencing a mental health crisis in Huron Perth. A local lifeline when things feel overwhelming.
03
CMHA Huron-Perth
1-888-261-9350
Offers mental health counselling, crisis support, housing services and recovery programs for individuals and families living in our community.
04
Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance
Provides emergency mental health care, assessments, inpatient support, and referrals to community services through local hospitals and regional programs.
05
United Way Connections Centre
www.perthhuron.unitedway.ca/communityresources/unitedwayconnectioncentres
A welcoming drop in space offering meals, basic needs support, navigation help, and community connection for people experiencing mental health challenges, poverty, or social isolation.
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Victim Services Huron Perth
www.victimserviceshuronperth.ca
Provides immediate emotional support, safety planning, and referrals for people affected by trauma, including sudden death, suicide loss, violence, and crisis situations.