Interior Health has made it easier for people to find the community mental health and substance use supports they need with the expansion of an easy-to-remember phone number: 310-MHSU (6478).
91裸聊视频淩eaching out for help with mental health and substance use issues can be an intimidating process. Add to that the challenge of not knowing who to contact or where to go for help and it can feel difficult and stressful, and that is the last thing we want. So we91裸聊视频檝e made that process easier with the new 310-MHSU number that connects callers directly to the closest mental health and substance use centre in their community,91裸聊视频� says Mental Health and Substance Use Network Director Debi Morris.
The 310-MHSU phone service offers a connection to community-based mental health and substance use services. Calls to 310-MHSU will be automatically routed to the nearest community MHSU centre, where staff will determine the caller91裸聊视频檚 needs and connect them to the appropriate service.
91裸聊视频淭here is absolutely no shame in reaching out. Whether a person is experiencing moderate to severe mental health concerns, or if you are worried about your drinking or other substance use, help is available. These are treatable conditions. It starts with one phone call,91裸聊视频� says Debi.
It91裸聊视频檚 important to know that 310-MHSU does not replace existing phone numbers for community, acute or emergency services, or for the Interior Crisis Line (
Improving access to mental health and substance use services is a key priority for Interior Health. The phone line was developed in response to feedback from clients and the public, to make it simpler for people to be connected to community supports. It is available to anyone who wishes to connect to Mental health or substance use services, including social services and connecting you with health-care providers.
The number launched in the South Okanagan on Sept. 8, 2020, prior to expanding Interior Health-wide on Jan. 12, 2021.
For mental health services for those under age 19, visit B.C. for a full range of resources.
For more information about Mental Health and Substance Use or MHSU services in Interior Health, please visit or call 310-MHSU.
Interior Health is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and providing a wide range of quality health-care services to more than 801,000 people living across B.C.91裸聊视频檚 vast interior. For more information, visit ,
