24 hour Crisis Lines

All of our crisis lines are open 24 hours, 365 days a year, including all holidays. Lines are managed by trained volunteers with staff support, backup and supervision available in the call centre at all times.

Main Crisis & Addictions Line (403)266-1605

For all crisis and distress issues, for men and women from all walks of life.

Teen Line (403)264-TEEN/8336

Issues of concern to teens and their parents. The Teen Line is answered by youth volunteers from 4pm to 11pm every day and by adult volunteers the remaining time.

Youth Drug Line (403)269-DRUG/3784

Drug use, abuse and peer pressure issues for young people. The Youth Drug Line is answered by youth volunteers from 4pm to 11pm every day and by adult volunteers the remaining time.

Men’s Line (403)266-HELP/4357

Support for men including issues of domestic violence, relationships and depression.

Seniors Line (403)264-7700

Support for seniors and their caregivers, including elder care, elder abuse and the SeniorConnect program.

Out is OK Line 1-877-OUT-IS-OK/688-4765

A support line for members of the LGBTQ community, their family and friends. Peers answer the lines during select hours.

Family Violence Info Line 310-1818

Support for witness to family violence, or family and friends of victims. Provides information and referral for family violence resources across Southern Alberta

All Distress Centre services are free of charge to the public. Donations are gratefully accepted.