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How to Support a Friend who is in Crisis or Struggling with their Mental Health in Calgary

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We’re excited to share that the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink campaign is officially underway! This incredible initiative offers a powerful way to amplify your support for youth […]
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Distress Centre Calgary is here for you during life’s toughest moments. We provide immediate support to help-de-escalate crises and improve your situation, while guiding you towards long-term well-being. In 2024, […]
Meet Stacey, one of our passionate and dedicated board members at Distress Centre Calgary! Stacey’s journey with DCC began two years ago when he was inspired by the impact our […]
Meet Stephen, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line! Stephen’s path to volunteering was deeply personal. Having experienced his own moments of crisis, he understands the transformative impact of having […]
As we reflect on the first quarter of the year, one thing is clear—none of this would be possible without you. Thanks to your generosity, dedication, and belief in our […]
Meet Kyra, a volunteer on our 24-Hour Crisis Line! After facing her own mental health challenges, Kyra was inspired to join our volunteer team seven months ago to ensure no […]
Meet Tania, a volunteer-in-training for our 24-Hour Crisis Line! Before anyone takes soloshifts on Distress Centre Calgary’s crisis line, they receive extensive classroom and onlineself-paced training, to ensure they are […]
Every day, people in crisis reach out to Distress Centre Calgary (DCC) looking for support, reassurance, and a compassionate ear. Behind most answered calls, texts, and chats is a dedicated […]
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In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, Distress Centre Calgary would like to honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta Districts 5 and 6. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.
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