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Distress Centre Durham: Distress Line

About​

Distress Centre Durham provides emotional support and crisis/suicide management by phone, including a 24-hour Distress Line staffed by trained community volunteers.

Coverage​

Durham Region (Ontario).

Who it’s for​

  • Anyone in Durham Region who is feeling overwhelmed, distressed, or in crisis
  • People concerned about someone else

Contact​

  • Call (Distress Line): 905-430-2522
  • Call (toll-free): 1-800-452-0688
  • Office phone (non-crisis): 905-430-3511

Hours​

  • Distress Line: 24/7/365

What to expect when you call or text​

A responder will listen without judgment, help you talk through what’s going on, and work with you on immediate next steps and safety.

Sources​

Last compiled/checked: December 23, 2025