Resources
For help finding the right resource:
If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, you can contact a counsellor at any time by phone, text or chat.
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Mental health/distress
Centre L’Escale de Jonquière
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre l'Escale de Jonquière offers housing and other services to people who are experiencing or have experienced mental health problems and/or psychological distress to help them regain control of their lives and continue playing an active role in the community.
418 547-3644
WebsiteMental health/distress
Centre L’Escale de Saint-Félicien
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Provides a living environment and a broad range of services to people who are experiencing or have experienced mental health problems and/or psychological distress in order to help them to regain control over their lives and maintain an active role in their community.
418 679-9262
WebsiteMental health/distress
Centre Le Bouscueil
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre Le Bouscueil provides help and support to people who are going through difficult life situations (e.g., bereavement, breakup, job loss, burnout) or living with ongoing problems (e.g., anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia).
418 275-0341
WebsiteMental health/distress
Seniors
Centre Le Phare (Abord’Âge)
French
24/7
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre Le Phare works with Saguenay residents age 50 and over with long-term mental health problems who are more vulnerable due to aging.
418 693-9323
WebsiteMental health/distress
Social and professional reintegration
Centre Le Phare (Amarrée)
French
24/7
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
A shelter for people age 18 or older with mental health problems who want to participate actively in their own recovery. Individuals must be prepared to set goals for rehabilitation and reintegration.
418 544-0045
WebsiteMental health/distress
Centre Le Phare (centre de jour)
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
The day centre is for people with short- or long-term mental health problems who are seeking professional support.
418 544-9301
WebsiteAlcohol or drug addiction
Centre Le S.P.O.T.
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre le S.P.O.T. works to reduce problematic use of psychotropic drugs through prevention, information services, and public awareness. It promotes emotional, physical, and social well-being in order to avoid addiction.
418 349-8050
Indigenous peoples
Centre Mamik du Lac-Saint-Jean
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
The mission of the Mamik Center is to improve the quality of life of the Indigenous population both within their territories and in urban areas by promoting and supporting collaborative initiatives among various actors working for the community's well-being.
418-765-1202
WebsiteLoved ones
Mental health/distress
Centre Nelligan
French
English
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre Nelligan's mission is to provide support for families and friends of people with clinical symptoms of major mental health disorders. It offers a range of services to help families realize their potential. It also aims to demystify mental health disorders.
418 275-0033
WebsiteLoneliness and isolation
Physical health, illness, and disability
Centre Plein Vie
French
Saguenay / Lac-Saint-Jean
Centre Plein Vie helps people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities integrate into society through social, cultural, and economic activities. It offers a day centre program, respite for families, listening and support services, and referrals for members.
418 274-3061