Mental health challenges and addiction can affect anyone – friends, family, colleagues, or ourselves. In recent years, our community has seen a growing need for support and services in these areas. Knowing where to find help is a crucial first step in navigating difficult times.
Whether you are seeking information for yourself or looking to support someone you care about, the Kawartha Lakes area offers a range of trusted resources. Below is a list of local organizations that provide confidential, professional, and compassionate assistance:
Canadian Mental Health Association – Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes & Pine Ridge Branch
📍 33 Lindsay St. S, 2nd Floor, Unit C, Lindsay, ON K9V 2L9
🌐 cmhahkpr.ca
📞 705-328-2704
📧 info@cmhahkpr.ca
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes
📍 152 Angeline St. N, Lindsay, ON K9V 4X2
🌐 ccckl.ca
📞 705-324-7323
Four Counties Addiction Services Team (Fourcast)
📍 130 Hunter St. W #200, Peterborough, ON K9H 2K8
🌐 fourcast.ca
📞 1-800-461-1909
📧 fourcast@fourcast.ca
Kawartha/Haliburton Victim Services
🌐 victim-services.org
📞 705-878-5505
📧 info.khvs@victim-services.org
Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre – 24/7 Counselling
📍 360 George St. N, 4th Floor, Peterborough, ON K9H 2H6
🌐 kawarthasexualassaultcentre.com
📞 1-866-298-7778
📧 info@KawarthaSAC.ca
Ontario Addiction Treatment Centre (OATC) – Lindsay
📍 16 Russell St. W, Lindsay, ON K9V 3A2
🌐 canatc.ca
📞 705-324-5553
Ross Memorial Hospital – Mental Health Outpatient Program & Community Counselling
📍 10 Angeline St. N, Lindsay, ON K9V 3M7
🌐 rmh.org
📞 705-328-6064
Women’s Resources
📍 22 Russell St. E, Lindsay, ON K9V 2A1
🌐 womensresources.ca
📞 705-878-3662 or 1-800-565-5350
📧 info@womensresources.ca
If You Need Urgent Help
- 📞 Call 9-1-1 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or needs urgent medical assistance.
- 📞 Call or Text 9-8-8 for the free, confidential Mental Health Crisis Helpline, available 24/7.
You are not alone.
If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out is the first step toward healing. These organizations are here to listen without judgment and to help you navigate challenges with care and respect. This WARDS LAWYERS PC publication is for general information only. It is not legal advice, nor is it intended to be. Specific or more information may be necessary before advice could be provided for your particular circumstances.