Ep 49. A conversation with Here 2 Help

For our 49th episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Here 2 Help, a multi-service, community-based, mobile team that responds to immediate concerns and crisis in the community and to help with situations that may escalate to conflict. The team offers support, engagement, knowledge, skills and follow-up service. They enhance community connection, empathy and belonging. We talked about the concept of harm reduction, the benefits of the team model in the community, and some of the success stories. 

Disclaimer: This episode features perspectives and information that are not necessarily the views of RTNT. This episode mentions suicide ideation and harm reduction, which includes reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Please be aware that some people may find some of the content upsetting. 

Hope you enjoy the podcast episode! 

Resources mentioned in the podcast episode:
Here 2 Help: 
https://h2hresponds.ca/
(416) 915-4200 Tuesday to Saturday from 2pm to 10pm. 

Gerstein 24 hours Crisis line
gersteincentre.org/our-crisis-services/telephone-crisis-support/
24-hours a day, 7 days a week at (416) 929-5200

Toronto Community Crisis Services
https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/public-safety-alerts/community-safety-programs/toronto-community-crisis-service/
TCCS supports Toronto residents 16 years of age or older and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 211 or 911 to be connected to TCCS.