Addiction, mental health clinic reopens after flood repair

PEACE RIVER — The Peace River Addiction & Mental Health Clinic (Powell Building) has been reopened after restoration work was completed to repair damage caused by flooding in April.

Addiction and Mental Health clinic staff have returned to the Powell Building and will continue to provide counselling and therapy services to clients Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

As COVID-19 precautions still remain in place, where possible, support and treatment are provided by phone or through other technology, such as Skype or Zoom, on computer or phone. Clients can call 780-624-6151 for service and to discuss whether services can be provided by phone.

If you are in crisis, connect with your healthcare professional or call 911 if it’s an emergency.

Visit ahs.ca/helpintoughtimes to find reliable information on steps you can take to take care of yourself or others. If you need to speak to someone, please call the Mental Health Helpline at 1-877-303-2642 or the Addiction Helpline at 1-866-332-2322. Trained staff are available 24/7.

Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.