Seniors' Distress Line - 24/7 Information and Emotional Support
Caregiver Support, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, and Seniors Services
Provided by Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (Crisis Centre)
Provides a free and confidential telephone support service for seniors, their caregivers or anyone concerned about a senior. Calls are answered 24/ 7 by highly trained & caring volunteers. Translation provided in over 140 languages.
Those who may benefit from this service include seniors who are feeling alone, facing difficult life situations, wanting help working through a problem, or looking for information on community resources.
Older adults may be facing situations such as retirement, relocation, loss of a loved one, physical or mental health issues, family conflict, or financial difficulties. People may call the Seniors' Distress Line for emotional support or help to work through a problem. Some people may not want to talk to their friends or family about certain issues. Others may feel lonely and find comfort in knowing that someone is there to listen. Family or friends may also call the Seniors’ Distress Line if they are concerned about a senior.
604-872-1234
Website: https://crisiscentre.bc.ca/get-help/
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC (Crisis Centre):
Just the closest matches listed. Click to see more!- CrisisCentreChat.ca - Online distress service for adults (25+)
- Suicide Prevention Helpline - 24/7 Crisis Intervention and Support
- Distress Phone Services - 24/7 emotional support
Availability
Service area: Province-wide
Service Types Provided
Caregiver Support
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Ways to Access
- Provided by phone
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