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Bonnyville mental health walk-in service hours expanded

April 18, 2024

BONNYVILLE ¡ª Âé¶¹Ó³»­ (AHS) is now providing expanded hours for local mental health walk-in services.

Individuals can now access a mental health services walk-in clinic every Tuesday and Wednesday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at New Park Place, 5201 44 St.

The walk-in clinic is a first point of contact for people seeking support for a variety of mental health concerns. Therapists will gather information during the walk-in clinic sessions and can provide immediate support as well as a risk assessment and safety plan, if required.

Individuals may be provided with a plan for ongoing mental health therapy or a community referral to a more appropriate service depending on individual needs.

Call 780-826-2404 for more information on the mental health services walk-in clinic.

Support is available 24/7 by calling Health Link 811, the Addiction Helpline at 1-866-332-2322 or the Mental Health Helpline at 1-877-303-2642, or by visiting ahs.ca/helpintoughtimes.

Crisis services are available through local emergency departments or by calling 911.

Âé¶¹Ó³»­ is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Âé¶¹Ó³»­. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Âé¶¹Ó³»­ns. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.