Substance Use Resources
Addiction and Mental Health Services (AMHS)
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Anyone in Kingston; 24/7​
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613-544-1356; 552 Princess Street
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Crisis services, addiction services (including problem gambling/gaming), justice services, support groups
Campus Observation Room (COR)
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Confidential, non-medical detox service where Queen’s students can sleep when they have consumed too much alcohol
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Off of Albert Street and Queen’s Crescent Located in Leonard Hall (128 Queen’s Crescent) → South East entrance near the corner
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Use Amey’s Taxi and receive a taxi chit to pay for the ride
KHSC Detoxification Centre
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Confidential, non-medical detox service where people living in Kingston, ages 16 years or older
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Go safely to withdraw from alcohol or other drugs
Heads Up! - Early Psychosis Intervention Program
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Provides early intervention to help individuals aged 14 to 35 years of age experiencing a first episode of psychosis
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Central location: Hotel Dieu Hospital site - Centenary 5; 613-544-3400 ext. 2550
Maltby Centre
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Individuals aged 18-24Provides crisis support, mental health services, and autism services free of charge for
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31 Hyperion Court; 1-844-855-8340
Resolve Counselling Services
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Child and youth counselling, family services, intimate partner violence, developmental disability services, employee/employer assistance, and financial wellness
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Fees range from $15-$110, but there is an option to apply for subsidies
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417 Bagot Street; 613-549-7850
Al-Anon/Alateen
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Peer support programs for adults and teenagers who have been affected by someone else’s drinking
Smokers’ Helpline
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Free, confidential, 24/7 service operated by the Canadian Cancer Society offering support and information about quitting smoking, vaping, and tobacco use
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CALL 1-877-513-5333 or TEXT “iQuit” to 123456
ConnexOntario
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Provide contact information for mental health and addiction services/supports
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Help to navigate the healthcare system
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Education about gambling, drugs, alcohol, and mental healthListen and provide strategies to help people meet their goals, as well as provide basic
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CALL 1-866-531-2600, TEXT CONNEX to 247247, or LIVE CHAT at