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.
Mental 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
WebsiteFinancial problems
Loneliness and isolation
Centre Le Havre
French
24/7
Mauricie
Centre Le Havre works to prevent long-term homelessness and promote social inclusion for socially marginalized people.
819 371-1023
WebsiteAlcohol or drug addiction
Loved ones
Social and professional reintegration
Centre Le Maillon de Laval
French
English
Laval
Outpatient and residential rehab services Residential detox support servicesIntake, assessment, and orientation Help and support for families and friendsSubstitution treatment
450 975-4054
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
WebsiteIndigenous peoples
Centre multi-services MAMUK
French
Capitale-Nationale
Created in 2018, the new MAMUK Multi-Service Centre, managed by the Missinak Community House, is driven by the common mission of the Friendship Centres, which is to offer services to the urban Aboriginal population and to promote culture and rapprochement between peoples.
418-476-8083
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
Website