Community Supports & Resources
This is a list of Community Resources in and around the area of Annapolis and Kings Counties. Please note this is not an exhaustive list of resources. We appreciate it if you see a broken link or an incorrect phone number to let us know and we will update the information provided. Some listings may not reside in our direct area but are included as they may be helpful.
Contents
- African Nova Scotian Services
- E-Mental Health Tools
- Employment Services
- Family Resource Centres
- Government Services
- Harrassment & Sexual Assualt Supports
- Housing / Homelessness
- Indigenous Services
- Legal Services
- 2SLGBTQIA+ Services
- Local Food Banks
- Mental Health
- Newcomer Services
- Nova Scotia Online Medical Services
- Seniors
- Transition Centres
- Women's Centres
African Nova Scotian Services
Office of African Nova Scotian Affairs
PO Box 456, STN Central
Halifax, NS B3J 2R5 https://ansa.novascotia.ca/contact
Black Youth Helpline
https://blackyouth.ca/ 1-833-294-8650
Black Wellness Cooperative NS
The Black Wellness Cooperative is a collective of health, wellness and fitness professionals who believe passionately that health is of utmost importance and every individual should be afforded this right. https://www.bwcns.ca/
The Black Wellness Cooperative is a collective of health, wellness and fitness professionals who believe passionately that health is of utmost importance and every individual should be afforded this right. https://www.bwcns.ca/
Nova Scotia Brotherhood Initiative
Nova Scotia Brotherhood Initiative is a free program for Black men to access health care in the community to improve overall health and wellbeing. A team of health care professionals provide culturally appropriate primary medical care plus health and wellness services for men of African descent across Halifax Regional Municipality. 902-434-0824 nsbrotherhood@nshealth.ca
Nova Scotia Brotherhood Initiative is a free program for Black men to access health care in the community to improve overall health and wellbeing. A team of health care professionals provide culturally appropriate primary medical care plus health and wellness services for men of African descent across Halifax Regional Municipality. 902-434-0824 nsbrotherhood@nshealth.ca
E-Mental Health Tools
Good2Talk Nova Scotia
Free, confidential, helpline providing professional counselling, information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being to post-secondary students in Nova Scotia 1-833-292-3698 or text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868
Free, confidential, helpline providing professional counselling, information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being to post-secondary students in Nova Scotia 1-833-292-3698 or text GOOD2TALKNS to 686868
Therapy Assistance Online (TAO)
TAO is a digital platform of tools and educational materials to help you understand and change your thought patterns. https://www.taoconnect.org/what_is_tao/ns/
TAO is a digital platform of tools and educational materials to help you understand and change your thought patterns. https://www.taoconnect.org/what_is_tao/ns/
Togetherall
Togetherall’s online peer-to-peer community is clinically moderated by registered mental health practioners and offers a safe and anonymous place to express their thoughts, concerns, and triumphs 24/7. https://account.v2.togetherall.com/register/area
Togetherall’s online peer-to-peer community is clinically moderated by registered mental health practioners and offers a safe and anonymous place to express their thoughts, concerns, and triumphs 24/7. https://account.v2.togetherall.com/register/area
BounceBack
A free skill-building program from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. https://cmha.ca/bounce-back/
A free skill-building program from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. https://cmha.ca/bounce-back/
Wellness Together Canada
A free resource to all Canadians for Mental Health and Addictions support. https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/en-ca/ Need help now? Text WELLNESS to 741741
A free resource to all Canadians for Mental Health and Addictions support. https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/en-ca/ Need help now? Text WELLNESS to 741741
Employment Services
Family Resource Centres
Government Services
Department of Community Services
https://novascotia.ca/coms/
Annapolis District Office
902-532-2337
Digby District Office
902-245-5811
Middleton District Office
902-825-3481
Kings District Office
902-678-6176
Nova Scotia Student Assistance
http://studentloans.ednet.ns.ca/ 1-800-565-8420
Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview.html#nt 1-800-387-1193
Canada Pension/Old Age Security/Guaranteed Income Supplement
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions.html
GST/HST Credit
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/goods-services-tax-harmonized-sales-tax-gst-hst-credit.html
Revenue Canada Individual Income Tax Inquiries
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html 1-800-959-8281
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html 1-800-959-8281
Harrassment & Sexual Assualt Supports
Avalon Centre
1526 Dresden Row, Suite 401, Halifax https://avaloncentre.ca/ 902-422-4240
To make an appointment: 902-817-3821 info@avaloncentre.ca
1526 Dresden Row, Suite 401, Halifax https://avaloncentre.ca/ 902-422-4240
To make an appointment: 902-817-3821 info@avaloncentre.ca
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program
1-833-577-SANE (7263)
1-833-577-SANE (7263)
Housing / Homelessness
Shelter Movers NS
Established in July 2019, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia (SMNS) is made up of a growing team of dedicated volunteers helping to ensure an immediate and lasting impact on survivors in the province. https://www.sheltermovers.com/nova-scotia/
Established in July 2019, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia (SMNS) is made up of a growing team of dedicated volunteers helping to ensure an immediate and lasting impact on survivors in the province. https://www.sheltermovers.com/nova-scotia/
The Portal Youth Outreach Association
Our mission is to reduce the number of youth experiencing homelessness in the Annapolis Valley and prevent other youth from becoming homeless altogether. 440 Main Street Kentville https://www.portalyouth.ca/ 1-855-261-3773
Our mission is to reduce the number of youth experiencing homelessness in the Annapolis Valley and prevent other youth from becoming homeless altogether. 440 Main Street Kentville https://www.portalyouth.ca/ 1-855-261-3773
Shyft Shelter
SHYFT provides temporary housing for up to seven youth (ages 16 - 24). In addition to residential services, SHYFT offers programs, workshops and outreach services which include but is not limited to supportive counseling, accompaniment, washroom access, laundry, and kitchen facilities. 6 Trinity Place, Yarmouth http://www.shyft.ca/ 902-811-3111
SHYFT provides temporary housing for up to seven youth (ages 16 - 24). In addition to residential services, SHYFT offers programs, workshops and outreach services which include but is not limited to supportive counseling, accompaniment, washroom access, laundry, and kitchen facilities. 6 Trinity Place, Yarmouth http://www.shyft.ca/ 902-811-3111
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
25 Kentucky Court, New Minas https://nspha.ca/services 902-681-3179
Toll-free: 1-800-441-0447
25 Kentucky Court, New Minas https://nspha.ca/services 902-681-3179
Toll-free: 1-800-441-0447
Indigenous Services
Annapolis Valley First Nation Health Centre
The Annapolis Valley First Nation Health Centre is made up of a Community Health Nurse, NADACA prevention Counselor, Community Based Water Monitor, and a receptionist. https://www.avfn.ca/health-centre/ 902-538-1444 640 Ratchford Rd
Cambridge
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline
1-855-242-3310
Acadia First Nations Community Health Centres
Acadia First Nations Health mission is to provide health programs and services to: "Assist communities and its members to achieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health through health promotion, traditional teachings, education, disease prevention activities, partnerships and health services”.https://acadiafirstnation.ca/health.html
Yarmouth Health Centre
902-742-4337 10534 Hwy #3
Yarmouth
Gold River Health Centre
902-627-1245 311 Beech Hill Road
Chester Basin
Acadia First Nations Health mission is to provide health programs and services to: "Assist communities and its members to achieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health through health promotion, traditional teachings, education, disease prevention activities, partnerships and health services”.https://acadiafirstnation.ca/health.html
Yarmouth Health Centre
902-742-4337 10534 Hwy #3
Yarmouth
Gold River Health Centre
902-627-1245 311 Beech Hill Road
Chester Basin
National Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
This national service provides support to former Residential School students in crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Support is provided by trained crisis counsellors, many of whom are Indigenous. 1-866-925-4419
This national service provides support to former Residential School students in crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Support is provided by trained crisis counsellors, many of whom are Indigenous. 1-866-925-4419
Legal Services
Legal Info Nova Scotia
PO Box 3103
Tantallon, Nova Scotia
B3Z 4G9 http://www.legalinfo.org/ 1-800-665-9779
PO Box 3103
Tantallon, Nova Scotia
B3Z 4G9 http://www.legalinfo.org/ 1-800-665-9779
Nova Scotia Legal Aid
http://www.nslegalaid.ca/ Annapolis Royal – 902-532-2311
Kentville – 902-679-6110
http://www.nslegalaid.ca/ Annapolis Royal – 902-532-2311
Kentville – 902-679-6110
2SLGBTQIA+ Services
The Valley Youth Project
The Valley Youth Project is an Annapolis Valley-based non-profit organization run by local adult volunteers, who are all members of the 2SLGTBQ+ community. They facilitate twice-monthly drop-ins, with time for discussion and activities. They also provide workshops for youth and adults. https://valleyyouthproject.wordpress.com/
The Valley Youth Project is an Annapolis Valley-based non-profit organization run by local adult volunteers, who are all members of the 2SLGTBQ+ community. They facilitate twice-monthly drop-ins, with time for discussion and activities. They also provide workshops for youth and adults. https://valleyyouthproject.wordpress.com/
Trans Lifeline
Provides peer support by trans people for trans and questioning callers. Crisis and other supports and resources are provided in both English and Spanish from 10:00 am to 4:00 am EST. 1-877-330-6366
Provides peer support by trans people for trans and questioning callers. Crisis and other supports and resources are provided in both English and Spanish from 10:00 am to 4:00 am EST. 1-877-330-6366
The Youth Project
Provides support and services to youth, 25 and under, around issues of sexual orientation and gender identity. https://youthproject.ns.ca/
Provides support and services to youth, 25 and under, around issues of sexual orientation and gender identity. https://youthproject.ns.ca/
Pflag Canada
At Pflag we help 2SLGBTQ+ people & loved ones connect with resources & find a supportive community. We are a family for all. In communities across the country, the Pflag Canada network provides peer support, education and advocacy for a Canada that affirms respects and values all sexualities, genders, and gender expressions. https://pflagcanada.ca/
At Pflag we help 2SLGBTQ+ people & loved ones connect with resources & find a supportive community. We are a family for all. In communities across the country, the Pflag Canada network provides peer support, education and advocacy for a Canada that affirms respects and values all sexualities, genders, and gender expressions. https://pflagcanada.ca/
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
The Youth 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Program at the YMCA Center of Immigrant Programs supports young newcomers who identify as LGTBQIA+. The program supports clients who face barriers to accessing and navigating systems of services. In-person and one-on-one sessions are provided anonymously. https://www.yishfx.ca/2slgbtqia
The Youth 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Program at the YMCA Center of Immigrant Programs supports young newcomers who identify as LGTBQIA+. The program supports clients who face barriers to accessing and navigating systems of services. In-person and one-on-one sessions are provided anonymously. https://www.yishfx.ca/2slgbtqia
Local Food Banks
Feed Nova Scotia Help Line
https://www.feednovascotia.ca/find-food 902-457-1900 communications@feednovascotia.ca
https://www.feednovascotia.ca/find-food 902-457-1900 communications@feednovascotia.ca
Mental Health
NS Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line
Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or anyone concerned about someone's mental health. https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/services/provincial-mental-health-and-addictions-crisis-line 902-429-8167 or 1-888-429-8167 (toll free)
Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or anyone concerned about someone's mental health. https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/services/provincial-mental-health-and-addictions-crisis-line 902-429-8167 or 1-888-429-8167 (toll free)
NS Mental Health and Addictions Intake Services
Call this number if you are looking for Mental Health resources in your area. 1-855-922-1122
Call this number if you are looking for Mental Health resources in your area. 1-855-922-1122
Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. https://988.ca/ Call or text 9-8-8
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. https://988.ca/ Call or text 9-8-8
211
211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that can connect you to thousands of programs and services offered by local community groups, nonprofits, and government departments across Nova Scotia, 24/7.
211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that can connect you to thousands of programs and services offered by local community groups, nonprofits, and government departments across Nova Scotia, 24/7.
Newcomer Services
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs
49 Cornwallis Street
Kentville, Nova Scotia
B4N 2E3
Canada 902-457-9622 yis@halifax.ymca.ca
YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs
49 Cornwallis Street
Kentville, Nova Scotia
B4N 2E3
Canada 902-457-9622 yis@halifax.ymca.ca
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS)
6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 4P1
Canada 902-423-3607 info@isans.ca
6960 Mumford Road, Suite 2120
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3L 4P1
Canada 902-423-3607 info@isans.ca
Nova Scotia Online Medical Services
Maple
See a doctor online in NS today. All online doctors in NS are accepting consultations for new patients. Connect with doctors online in Nova Scotia, 24/7. https://www.getmaple.ca/regions/nova-scotia/
See a doctor online in NS today. All online doctors in NS are accepting consultations for new patients. Connect with doctors online in Nova Scotia, 24/7. https://www.getmaple.ca/regions/nova-scotia/
Seniors
Seniors' Safety Program
Annapolis County
902-665-4481 sharon.elliott@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Kings County
https://www.kingsseniorsafety.org 902-670-0725 trishecolman@kingsseniorsafety.org
Annapolis County
902-665-4481 sharon.elliott@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Kings County
https://www.kingsseniorsafety.org 902-670-0725 trishecolman@kingsseniorsafety.org
Senior Abuse Line / Adult Protection Services
1-800-225-7225
1-800-225-7225
Seniors’ Housing
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
25 Kentucky Court, New Minas https://nspha.ca/services/housing-for-seniors 902-681-3179
1-800-441-0447 (Toll Free)
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency
25 Kentucky Court, New Minas https://nspha.ca/services/housing-for-seniors 902-681-3179
1-800-441-0447 (Toll Free)
Transition Centres
To find the nearest shelter to you, please go to: https://thans.ca/our-shelters-2/
Women's Centres
Tri-County Women's Centre
Operates one main office in Yarmouth and two satellite offices in Shelburne and Digby https://www.tricountywomenscentre.org/ 1-877-742-0085
Operates one main office in Yarmouth and two satellite offices in Shelburne and Digby https://www.tricountywomenscentre.org/ 1-877-742-0085