The Holidays Can Be Tough – Help Is Only a Call Away!

For some it’s the most wonderful time of the year. For others, it’s the toughest time of the year. And that’s OK!

Fraser Health is reminding the public its crisis line is available 24 hours a day at 1-877-820-7444.

The JR Family is here for you too! Text 93-777 or call 280-9370 We would love to hear from you!

“During the holidays, we usually see an uptick in calls related to depression or anxiety, often associated with an increase in isolation,” Dr. Anson Koo said in a statement. “We also have people who are worried about being able to afford gifts for their kids, or wonder how they’re going to survive their first Christmas without their loved one.”

People of all ages are encouraged to call in if they’re in need of support, whether they’re struggling with grief, suicidal thoughts, substance use problems, relationship troubles, loneliness, family violence or other forms of abuse.

The volunteers who man the phone lines are trained to help identify the caller’s needs and either connect them with immediate services or refer them to other resources.

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