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Organization:
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Distress Centres of Greater Toronto
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Phone Numbers:
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Family, second party, agency or professional referrals only, Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 416-598-0166
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TTY:
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416-408-0007
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Crisis:
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416-408-4357 ; 416-408-HELP
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Fax:
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416-598-2316
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Address:
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PO Box 243, Stn Adelaide
Toronto, ON
M5C 2J4
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Location:
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Toronto (Waterfront Communities-The Island)
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Hours:
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Daily 24 hours
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Executives:
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Robert Ridge - Executive Director
416-598-0168 * rridge@dcogt.com
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Service Description:
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Telephone response to persons in need of immediate emotional support, crisis intervention or suicide prevention * links to other emergency services or professional help as appropriate * callers' issues include domestic violence, mental health crisis, risk of suicide, social isolation, addictions, mental and physical health concerns * Caller Reassurance Program for vulnerable seniors
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Self referral * volunteers -- call 416-598-0166 or visit website
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals in need of life-sustaining emotional support
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Toronto
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Last Updated:
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5/2/2023
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=166845
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