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How the very busy Karen, from Stresscase, builds self-care into her day
January 8, 2019Karen Pickles first called Distress Centre’s crisis line six years ago. As a single mother of two ...
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Why Distress Centre Matters: “Calling this line helps me feel less isolated.”
“Distress Centre, Gwen speaking.” “Hello, my name is Mary*,” said a soft voice on the other ...
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Why Distress Centre Matters: “I just filed for bankruptcy. I want to thank you.”
“Distress Centre, Omar speaking.” “Hello, my name is Adam*,” said the voice on the other end...
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A message from our Executive Director, Jerilyn Dressler
December 18, 20182018 has been another challenging year for both Calgarians and our agency, due to the economy and th...
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Why Distress Centre Matters: “I’m trying to call shelters, pack my stuff and tend to my son – it’s all too much.”
“211, Marcus speaking. How can I help you?” “I’m trying to get into a women’s shelter,” ...
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Why Distress Centre Matters: “I’m writing a suicide note to my sister right now.”
November 27, 2018“Distress Centre, Mei speaking.” “I am worthless,” said a low voice on the other end of the ...
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Why Distress Centre Matters: “I’m having a panic attack right now.”
November 21, 2018“Thank you for contacting Distress Centre. This is Anne.” “I’m having a panic attack right n...
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$94,650 raised for teens in distress at Outrun the Stigma
November 15, 2018This year marked the 6th annual Outrun the Stigma, a walk/run in support of mental health awareness ...
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Jerilyn Dressler named Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2018
October 29, 2018Congratulations to our Executive Director, Jerilyn Dressler, who was named in Avenue Magazine‘...
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Michael Kirui: From Kenya to the Distress Centre crisis lines
October 16, 2018In loving memory of Martha. “My grandma was so loving and caring. She always said to me ‘Do ...
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