Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program

Government of Canada - Indigenous Services Canada


Description
Provides mental health, emotional, and cultural, support services to former Indian Residential School students and their families.

Service offers:

  • cultural supports from Elders and traditional healers that include ceremonies, teachings, and dialogue
  • emotional support provided by local Aboriginal organizations
  • counseling Indigenous services Canada registered professionals
  • transportation to support services

Key Provider: psychologists, social workers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to former Indian Residential School students and their families.
Application Process
Service Access: Telephone Information Line, To access service:
  • call 1-866-925-4419 for the 24 hour crisis support line
  • call 1-888-495-6588 for more information on services

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Toll Free
1-888-495-6588
Telephone
1-866-925-4419 (24 Hour National Crisis Line)
Web Site
https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/services/first-nations-inuit-health/health-care-services/indian-residential-schools-health-supports/indian-residential-schools-resolution-health-support-program.html#a1
Languages
French
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: N/A -
Other disabled access: N/A -
Topic(s)
Last Verified On
February 10, 2021
Hours of Operation
Mon
08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Tue
08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Wed
08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Thu
08:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Fri
08:00 AM to 04:00 PM

24 Hour National Crisis Line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.