Mental Health Support for Immigrants in London-Middlesex
Moving to a new country can be an exciting, yet challenging experience. Immigrants often find themselves facing numerous difficulties as they adapt to their new home, including the stress of being separated from family and friends. In addition to the challenges of adapting to a new culture and learning a new language, immigrants often face additional stressors that can impact their mental health, such as language barriers, financial insecurity, and discrimination. These stressors can make it even more difficult for immigrants to cope with the challenges of living in a new country.
The Bell Let's Talk initiative is a national campaign to help reduce the stigma around mental health and encourage people to seek help. This January, the Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund announced $1.1 million in new grants from the Bell Let’s Talk Diversity Fund to support 11 additional organizations helping to create positive change for members of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities in Canada.
Addressing mental health among immigrants is an important issue that cannot be ignored. The stress of moving to a new country and leaving family behind can take its toll on an immigrant’s mental wellbeing. By creating an open dialogue about these issues, we can better support immigrant communities while they navigate their new lives in a foreign country.
London and Middlesex County offer many different types of services and supports for mental health and addiction problems.
Reach Out - Phone: 519-433-2023 Toll-free number: 1-866-933-2023
ConnexOntario - Phone (toll free): 1-866-531-2600
Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Centre - Phone: 519-434-9191
The Support Line - Phone: 519-601-8055 Toll-free number: 1-844-360-8055
Mental Health Walk-in Clinic - Phone: 519-433-0183 For interpretation: call extension # 8301 (a few days in advance)
Good2Talk - Phone: 1-866-925-5454
Kids Help Phone - Phone (toll free): 1-800-668-6868
Crisis Intake Team (CIT) - Phone: 519-433-0334