Wellness Resources
Helpful tools, resources, and sites to provide wellness support to UCVM students.
Wellness Resources for UCVM Students
UCalgary and community wellness resources available to UCVM students.
Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harm or injury, call 911.
| Organization | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Suicide Crisis Helpline | 24/7/365 Helpline. | https://988.ca/ |
| Distress Centre | Distress Centre Calgary provides 24-hour crisis and emotional support by phone, chat, and text. | https://distresscentre.com/24-hour-crisis-support/ |
| Wood's Homes | A mental health centre that provides treatment and support for children, young people, adults and families with mental health challenges in and around the Calgary area. | https://www.woodshomes.ca/ |
| Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention | Support services directory for each Canadian province or territory. | https://suicideprevention.ca/resources/ |
| Trans Lifeline Crisis Hotline | Grassroots hotline and non-profit organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis. | https://translifeline.org/ |
University of Calgary Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Services | UCalgary Mental Health Services website and directory of available supports. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/mental-health-services |
| Counselling Services | UCalgary students can connect with the counselling team for support with a variety of mental health and well-being concerns. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/mental-health-services/counselling |
| Peer Support | Need someone to talk to? Drop in weekdays to chat with trained student volunteers between the hours of 1 and 4 p.m. | https://ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/mental-health-services/peer-support |
| SU Campus Food Bank | Available to UCalgary students, working to support the UCalgary community and achieve food security for all together. | https://www.su.ucalgary.ca/programs-services/student-services/food-bank/ |
| Workshops | Looking for effective strategies to maintain positive mental health? Register for a workshop today. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/learn/workshops |
| Worried About a Friend? | UCalgary Assessment and Care Team is a multi-disciplinary group on campus that responds to concerns about students. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/mental-health-services/student-risk-team |
| Chiropractic Services | Chiropractic services available on UCalgary Main Campus. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/medical-services/chiropractic |
| Massage Therapy | Massage appointments available on UCalgary Main Campus. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services/medical-services/massage |
Community Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Health Services Mental Health Line | A 24/7/365 confidential service that provides support, information and referrals to Albertans experiencing mental health concerns. | https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/Service.aspx?id=6810&serviceAtFacilityID=1047134 |
| Alberta Health Services Mental Health Resources | AHS resources directory. | https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/page16759.aspx |
| Canadian Mental Health Association | CMHA resources directory. | https://cmha.ca/ |
Addictions Support
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta Health Services | AHS resource directory. | https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/amh.aspx#services |
| UCalgary Safer Substance Use | UCalgary harm reduction advising. | https://www.ucalgary.ca/safer-substance-use/student-support |
Veterinary Mental Health Resources
| Resource | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Veterinary Medical Association | CVMA mental health and wellness resources. | https://www.canadianveterinarians.net/veterinary-resources/veterinary-health-and-wellness-resources/mental-health-awareness-resources/ |
| Not One More Vet (NOMV) | NOMV veterinary student mental health and wellness resources. | https://nomv.org/resources/ |
| 1 Life Connected | Mental health and wellness resources by Dr. Kimberly Pope-Robinson (DVM). | https://1lifecc.com/services/ |