Blue Monday is what they call the day in January (usually the third Monday of the month) that's supposedly the most depressing day of the year. Truth is, there's not a lot of science behind that day being selected. ANY DAY might be your Blue Monday.
If your mental wellness is suffering, or if someone you know needs help, here is a list of phone numbers and websites where you can find that help. People are ready to listen and provide support.
- if it is a mental health emergency call 911
- for the Suicide Crisis Hotline, dial or text 988, or see https://988.ca/
- Atlantic Wellness Community Centre: 506-382-0298 or CLICK HERE
- Chimo Helpline for Suicide Prevention: call 1-800-667-5005 in NB or Click http://www.chimohelpline.ca/
- Kids' Help Line: 1-800-668-6868 or Click https://www.kidshelpphone.ca- Tele-care: 811
- CLICK HERE for a big list of phone numbers to get Mental Health help
- CLICK HERE and also HERE for a big list of links to Horizon Health Mental Wellness Resources
- Check 211 NB if you have questions about: accessing food, mental health support, or other non-emergency programs or services. Call 211 or CLICK.
- Check 211 NB if you have questions about: accessing food, mental health support, or other non-emergency programs or services. Call 211 or CLICK.
- For a big list of local churches click HERE