211
Connects you to social and non-emergency community services and government supports in many languages.
811
Connects you to a qualified health professional who can provide health advice and information.
911
Dial 911 for immediate help from police, fire or ambulance services.
ConnexOntario
24/7 access to information for mental health & addictions services.
Call 1-866-531-2600
South West Healthline
Online health service directory that makes navigating the health care system easier.
The Ontario Caregiver Organization
If you’re caring for someone and you need support or have care questions, call the 24/7 helpline: 1-833-416-2273
988
Suicide Crisis Helpline. Call or text 988.
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Virtual Urgent Care
Access urgent care without leaving home. Online urgent care is available for residents in Southwestern Ontario.
Kids Help Phone
Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health service offering free, confidential support to young people in English and French.
Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (West Region)
Ontarians 18+ with depression, anxiety, or related symptoms can access free in-person or online Cognitive Behavioural Therapy—self-refer or ask your healthcare provider.
STAR Family Health Team Community Programs
Looking to improve your well-being? STAR Family Health Team offers a variety of free community programs for everyone, including mindfulness, coping skills, nutrition, heart health, and more!
Ontario’s 24/7 Helpline for Caregivers
Caring for a loved one can be overwhelming—Ontario’s free, 24/7 Caregiver Helpline is here to help, with live support, referrals, and guidance in over 150 languages to make navigating care easier and less stressful.
📞 Call: 1-833-416-2273 |💬 Live Chat Access
Drop-In Counselling – Exeter Rural Site
Free, one-on-one drop-in counselling is available on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 12:30–2:30 p.m. at Thames Valley CMHA, 149B Thames Road West, Exeter. No referral or prior connection to CMHA is needed to access support.
Support for Caregivers in Huron-Perth
Caregivers play a vital role in our healthcare system—but often lack the support they need. This resource helps connect caregivers and providers with local programs, services, and tools to make caregiving more manageable.
Explore the site to find relevant supports, activities, and services.
