KW Region Little Black Book

A great resource to start looking for local support and assistance – many contacts and numbers to help you get started.

I need to talk to someone:

These phone numbers will connect you to places that can get you help when you run into a tough situation or something is bothering you.

  • KIDS HELP PHONE (24 hours) – 1-800-668-6868 (www.kidshelpphone.ca)
  • DISTRESS LINE – 519-745-1166 or 519-795-9905
  • CRISIS LINE – 519-744-1813
  • YOUTH HELP PHONE – 519-745-9909

Web Resources for Teens:

Suicide:

If you or a friend are thinking about/talking about suicide, GET HELP QUICK!

  • Waterloo Region Crisis Services (Mobile) – 519-744-1813 (team can help round the clock)
  • KW Crisis Clinic, Grand River Hospital (24 hours) – 519-742-3611
  • Centre for Mental Health – 519-744-7645

Counselling & Crisis:

If you have a lot of stress in your life because of problems, family issues, etc., it might help to talk to someone.  Counsellors are here to listen and help.

  • Catholic Family Counselling – 519- 743-6333 (400 Queen St. S., Kitchener)
  • Front Door – 519-749-2932
  • KW Counselling – 519-884-0000 (website)
  • Betty Thompson Youth Centre – 519-749-1450 (41 Weber St. W., Kitchener)
  • R.O.O.F. (Reaching Our Outdoor Friends) – 519-742-2788 or 519-654-3939 (after hours)

I need a place to stay:

Are you without a safe place to stay?  Do you need a couple of days to get things back on track?  Here are some places that can help!

  • Safe Haven – 519-749-1450 (24 hours)
  • Mary’s Place – 519-744-0120 (females only)
  • Marillac Place – 519-571-0722 (for single, pregnant women or women with newborns)
  • House of Friendship – 519-742-8327 (for men 16 and older)
  • R.O.O.F. – 1-888-892-3478

Drug and Alcohol Problems:

If you, a friend or a family member are struggling with drug or alcohol problems…

  • ALATEEN – 519-742-6921 (website)
  • Ray of Hope – 519-743-2311 (website)
  • Alcoholics Anonymous – 519-742-6183
  • St. Mary’s Counselling Service – 519-745-2585
  • Interfaith Counselling Centre – 519-743-6781 or 1-800-265-8794
  • Withdrawal Management Services – 519-749-4300, ext. 2623 (if 16+ and want to straighten out)

Pregnancy:

If you think you or a friend might be pregnant, it is important to talk to an adult you trust.

  • Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic – 519-883-2267
  • Saint Monica House – 519-743-0291 (safe place to live if you’re pregnant)
  • R.O.O.F. – 519-742-2788 or 1-888-892-3478

Eating Disorders:

If you, a family member or a friend have an eating disorder, you can get help!

  • Eating Disorders Awareness Coalition – 519-745-4875

Sexual Assault/Rape:

It’s not your fault!  Call and get help!

  • Police – 519-653-7700
  • Kids Help Phone – 1-800-668-6868
  • Sexual Assault Treatment Centre (Emergency Dept – 24 hours) – 519-749-6994
  • KW Sexual Assault & Support Centre – 519-741-8633
  • Ears Line for Male Victims of Sexual Abuse – 519-570-3277

Family Violence/Abuse:

  • Family and Children’s Services – 519-576-0540
  • Police – 519-653-7700
  • Anselma House – 519-742-5894

Gay, Lesbian and Bisexuality Issues:

If you are gay, lesbian or questioning your sexuality…

  • Lesbian/Gay/Bi Youth Line – 1-800-268-9688
  • ACCKWA – 519-570-3687 (website)
  • OUTLine – 519-836-4550

Loss and Grief Counselling:

  • Hopespring Cancer Support Centre – 519-742-4673 (website)
  • Hospice of Waterloo Region – 519-743-4114 (website)