Mobile Crisis Units and Services
A mobile crisis unit can provide help in a crisis over the phone or at a person's home. A worker will assess the situation, help lessen the present crisis and decide on the best way to deal with the issue. Both new and existing clients receive a psychiatric consultation if needed. They are assessed and treated on the spot and connected with other useful services.
To reach a mobile crisis unit, call 911 or contact your local Hospitals, community mental health agency (CMHA) or Home and Community Care (formerly CCAC).
North York / Etobicoke:
- Humber River Hospital Mobile Crisis Team via Police Department (911) 24 hours / 7 days service, accessible through police (no direct number).
- North York General Mobile Crisis Team via Police Department (911) 24 hours / 7 days service, accessible through police (no direct number).
Toronto:
- Gerstein Centre Crisis Line 416-929-5200, 24 hours / 7 days service, Professional Referral Line 416-929-9897
Mobile unit service borders: south to the lake, north to Eglinton, east to Bayview to Danforth and then to Victoria Park, west to Jane Street - Youthdale Treatment Centres 416-363-9990, 24 hours / 7 days, mobile unit serves children and youth up to age 16, services GTA.
- Aboriginal Services (CAMH): Contact Access CAMH at 416 535-8501, and press 2
- St. Mike's Hospital Mobile Crisis Team via Police Department (911) , 24 hours / 7 days service, accessible through police (no direct number).
Scarborough / East York:
- Scarborough Hospital Regional Mobile Crisis Team 416-495-2891
- General Campus - Mobile Crisis (Grace Campus Crisis Response only for ER) 24 hours / 7 days service
Service borders: south to the lake, north to Steeles Ave, east to Port Union Road, and west to Victoria Park to Eglinton, along Eglinton to Bayview Ave, along Bayview to Danforth, and then back to Victoria Park.
To book an urgent outpatient appointment with the Crisis Program, call the number above and a Crisis professional will direct you to the appropriate service.
