Distress Centre Durham
306 Brock St. N. L1N 4H7 Whitby, ON, Canada

We are proud to be working with Lakeridge Health, with a shared goal of providing better, more coordinated mental health and crisis intervention programs and services across Durham Region.

When it comes to #mentalhealth, every action counts. Join us today to celebrate #bellletstalk day and continue the conversation. We are always a phone call, text or chat away. Let’s talk.

The YSP Action Group is hosting a virtual event on Jan. 29th following @Bell_LetsTalk Day. Valéry Brosseau will share her personal story of hope and recovery. @DMHS_Durham @LakeridgeHealth @RegionofDurham

We’re available by text and chat, 2pm-2am daily. Text SUPPORT to 258258 to speak with a responder.

We’re here to talk.

Just in case you needed to hear this right now. You are enough. We want to chat with you. Call us today, 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688.

We still have space in our Senior’s Reassurance Call-Out Program! Do you know a senior in your community who could benefit from receiving weekly phone calls from trained responders? This program offers emotional support, safety check-ins, medication reminders and crisis support to seniors 55+ living in Durham Region. Interested? Call 905-430-3511 to inquire.

We will remember. . . . #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

Even though it’s a beautiful day out, we recognize that many are struggling. On days like this, we’re still here for you. Thank you to our responders who choose to volunteer their time to support those who need a listening ear. Call us today. 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688.

Our volunteers are available 24/7 on our helpline at 905-430-2522. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need support or resources. The Facebook messages are not monitored often enough to be a resource in an emergency. We would be glad to talk to you, please don’t hesitate to call.

Did you know that we provide service to all of Durham Region, including our rural communities in North Durham? Our 24 hr. helpline, online crisis text and chat service, lgbtq prideline, community call-out program, senior’s reassurance call-out program, and suicide bereavement support programs are free of charge to service users. To inquire, please visit our website, or call our office, 905-430-3511. . . #durhamregion #ajax #pickering #whitby #oshawa #bowmanville #clarington #scugog #uxbridge #brocktownship #beaverton #cannington #sunderland

Need someone to speak with, but don’t feel like talking on the phone? Text 258258 to speak with a responder or access our web chat through our website. Link in bio.

We want to extend our gratitude and appreciation for the generous donation of $1,500 from Kirby Church Books! We appreciate this generosity and because of this, we can continue to offer our much-needed services to people of Durham Region!

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. This year has increased feelings of anxiety, fear, restlessness and depression for many. You’re not alone in this fight. We are here for you. 24 hours a day. 7 days a week. Call us if you need to talk it out, 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688.

Our volunteers are available 24/7 on our helpline at 905-430-2522. Please dont hesitate to reach out if you need support or resources. The Facebook messages are not monitored often enough to be a resource in an emergency. We would be glad to talk to you, please dont hesitate to call.

Did you know that we have TWO helpline numbers that you can call? A local and a toll-free. Call us any time of the day or night. We’re here for you 24/7.

Reminder: Our Online Suicide Survivor Bereavement Drop-In Group Resumes Tomorrow, Sept. 24th 7pm and is held every other Thursday. Anyone who is interested is asked to contact Susan Ward at [email protected].

We are still conducting telephone intakes for our next Suicide Survivor Virtual Bereavement Group. The group runs weekly on Zoom, Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm, Sept. 23rd to Nov. 11th, at no cost to participants. Please contact Susan Ward for more information or to register. #suicidesurvivor #suicide #grief

Need to talk? Call us, send a text or web chat with us.

A huge shout-out to Nutrition Kitchen Bowmanville for taking the initiative to start a fundraiser last month in support of DCD! They ran a km for each day in Sept, totalling to 30 km! How amazing is that?! We value your support and are so grateful to all who contributed

We want to thank everyone who participated in our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness on Saturday! If you would like to write on a heart in memory of someone you lost to suicide, please call our office to arrange a socially distanced appointment, 905-430-3511.

As we near the end of September, we want to remind you that we are still accepting donations to go towards our Annual Walk for Suicide Awareness! If you are interested in dropping off a donation, please call 905-430-3511 or email [email protected]. If you would like to donate online, please visit https://www.canadahelps.org//the-distress-centre-of-durha/.

Our Virtual Walk begins very soon, at 12 Noon! Join us on Zoom. Links are found in previous posts. See you there. #DCDwalk2020 #walkforsuicideawareness #durhamregion #suicide #suicidesurvivor #bereavement

Our heart tree if you would like to add a heart, please call our office 905-430-3511 to arrange a time to pick up your heart. We stand with all who have lost a loved one to Suicide

Today at 12 Noon, is our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness! Join us on Zoom. Visit this link to join: https://zoom.us/j/97355778411, or dial 1-647-374-4685. Meeting ID 973 5577 8411, Pass Code 048301.

Today at 12 Noon is our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness! Join us on Zoom!

Set your alarms! We invite you to join us on Zoom, at 12pm tomorrow for our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness. Visit this link to join: https://zoom.us/j/97355778411 or dial 1-647-374-4685. We will be accepting donations for the remainder of the month through our CanadaHelps.org fundraising page! See you there! #DCDWalk2020 #walkforsuicideawareness #durhamregion #suicide #suicidesurvivor

Check out our 2nd edition of the Pass the Heart video, in support of Saturdays Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness!

Our heart tree if you would like to add a heart, please call our office 905-430-3511 to arrange a time to pick up your heart. We stand with all who have lost a loved one to Suicide

Today at 12 Noon, is our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness! Join us on Zoom. Visit this link to join: https://zoom.us/j/97355778411, or dial 1-647-374-4685. Meeting ID 973 5577 8411, Pass Code 048301.

Mark your calendars! Join us on Saturday for our 16th Annual Walk for Suicide Awareness, Virtual Version. Join us on Zoom at 12 Noon: https://zoom.us/j/97355778411.... Donations will be accepted through our CanadaHelps.org page for the entire month of September.

Check out our 2nd edition of the Pass the Heart video, in support of Saturday’s Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness!

Today, September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day. If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, you are deserving of help and we want to listen. Our responders are available 24/7. Call 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688. We want to thank everyone who participated in our Drive-By event today, leading up to our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness on Saturday. Thank you kindly for your donations. If you have lost someone to suicide, we are continuing to conduct intakes for our next 8-week virtual support group. Please call Susan, 905-430-3511 to complete an intake over the phone.

Heres an itinerary of this weeks events leading up to our Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness on Saturday! The walks zoom link is posted in the attachment. You can also locate it on our Twitter and Instagram accounts. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Our thoughts are with all involved and affected by the tragedy in Oshawa today. If you need to talk, we are here to listen, 24 hours a day. If you feel more comfortable texting or chatting, text 258258 or visit our website to access web chat, 2pm-2am daily.

Join us in 2 weeks on Saturday, September 12th for our 16th Annual Virtual Walk for Suicide Awareness! For more information, visit our Virtual Walk Facebook page!

Join our Drive-Thru Page for more info! https://facebook.com/events/s/drive-thru-event/795184657890280/?ti=icl

Join us on #WorldSuicidePreventionDay for our first-ever Drive-Thru Event! Pick up a heart and write down a message, to be placed on our traditional heart memory tree. In person donations will also be taken and all social distancing protocols will be in place.

You are not alone. Our specially trained responder team is non-judgmental, empathetic and ready to listen to you. Call us today, 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688. #helpline #durhamregion #crisis

Participate in our annual Heart Tree! Pick up a heart at the Resource Centre (306 Brock St. N. in Whitby) or print your own (see template). We have our different ways you can engage with the heart including our Pass it on video and new Drive Thru event. Details coming soon!

Heres a tutorial to participate in our Pass It On video!

Are you a senior (55+) living in Durham Region, looking for support? Our responders offer daily calls, providing emotional support, medication reminders, safety checks and seniors crisis support. Call 905-430-3511 to register. Free program!

Today is National Non-Profit Day! Communities help their non-profits succeed daily, and as a result, non-profits are able to deliver meaningful work to the community. We couldnt do it without our volunteers (both past and present), donors, funders and those who speak about our services to someone who may be in need. For that, we thank you. Today, we acknowledge the profound impact our staff and volunteers have had on the community. #NationalNonprofitDay

Check out our very first Pass it on Video for this years Walk for Suicide Awareness!

Like our Page for this years virtual walk for suicide awareness! Stay up to date with all things walk related! https://m.facebook.com/Distress-Centre-Durham-Virtual-Suicide-Awareness-Walk-2020-102008968254126/

Do you know a senior (55 years+) living in Durham Region who is struggling with isolation? We have a great program available, offering weekly calls, free of charge. Our specially trained responders offer emotional support, safety checks, medication reminders and seniors crisis support. Call 905-430-3511 for more information or to register! #senior #seniorsupport #durhamregion #durhamstrong #pickering #ajax #whitby #oshawa #clarington #scugog #uxbridge #brocktownship #crisis

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We are happy to announce that this years DCD suicide awareness walk will be held online as a virtual event from now until September 12th! We have dedicated staff and volunteers that have planned exciting events and activities for you throughout the next few weeks to participate in! Follow and like our page for details to come! https://m.facebook.com/Distress-Centre-Durham-Virtual-Suicide-Awareness-Walk-2020-102008968254126/

We are incredibly grateful for the Penhale family and all contributors for their support and donations. They have currently raised over $4700! Thank you for your efforts and spreading awareness! Tracy Penhale Stella https://www.canadahelps.org//milestone-in-heaven-davids-/

New Program! Yes, thats right. Calling all seniors! You heard us! We are introducing our Seniors Reassurance Call-Out Program. If you, or someone you know, is 55+, living in Durham Region, and is looking for emotional support, safety checks, medication reminders and/or seniors crisis support, please call our office to register for free, 905-430-3511. ... #senior #crisis #durhamregion

Reminder: Our Suicide Survivor Bereavement Drop-In Groups have resumed. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions in place, our drop-in groups will be offered in a virtual format at this time. Free to participants. Join us on any of the following dates from 7:00-9:00pm: July 8th, July 29th, August 12th and August 26th. #suicidesurvivor #bereavement #durhamregion

ATTENTION! ATTENTION! We have some exciting news to share! Our 16th Annual Walk for Suicide Awareness is planned for Saturday, September 12th! This year will be different than past years. It will be our first virtual event! We promise that we have some great plans for this event! Consider joining us for another year. More info to come!

Happy Canada Day!

We are so appreciative to the Penhale family for their support Thank You. Tracy Penhale Stella

Did you know that we have a helpline specific to the needs of the LGBTQ community in Durham Region? Prideline is available 7 days a week, 6-10pm, 365 days a year. We provide emotional support, crisis intervention & community referral information. #lgbtq #durhamregion #prideline

Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads out there! We also recognize that this day can bring a great deal of pain to some. Were here for you. Call us anytime youd like, 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688. Text 258258, 2pm-2am EST or visit our website for access to web chat. Link in bio. #fathersday

Just in case you needed this today. We believe in you. We hear you. Lets chat. Call 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688. Dont feel like talking? Text 258258 2pm-2am daily. #mentalhealth

We have some exciting news to share! Our Suicide Survivor Bereavement Drop-In Groups have resumed! Due to the COVID-19 restrictions in place, our drop-in groups will be offered in a virtual format at this time. Free to participants. Join us on any of the following dates from 7:00-9:00pm: July 8th, July 29th, August 12th and August 26th. #suicidesurvivor #bereavement #durhamregion

Its a beautiful day outside, but for some, it might be a challenging day. Were here to talk it out. Call us today, 905-430-2522 or 1-800-452-0688. #durhamstrong #helpline #crisis

Lets talk it out. Right. Now.