Squamish non-profits are still open and actively working toward solutions to meet the needs of the community during this health crisis.
While some of the main offices may not be open to the public due to Covid-19, local non-profit staff are still on duty in a variety of ways, according to a statement by non-profits.
The phone lines are open and there is the ability to connect to services via phone or teleconferencing or other virtual platforms. Locals are being encouraged to call to find out more.
All the regular hotlines and crisis lines are still operating, and local non-profits, VCH and District of Squamish are in regular contact and working together to share resources in the community.
“We are all working together and making sure we are able to do everything possible to de-escalate this health crisis,” the non-profits said in a joint statement.
Here are some phone numbers for local services.
Sea to Sky Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Open 8:30-1630. Referral to mental health and substance use and crisis support. No walk ins.
Squamish – 778-840-3200
Whistler – Intake – 604-698-6455
Pemberton- Intake 604-698-5861
Howe Sound Women’s Centre Squamish and Whistler Drop In Centres
Monday to Thursday 10 am to 4 pm
Phone and video support available; In Squamish, there will be staff on hand in case of emergency and will be providing toiletry kits and distributing food bank hampers. In Whistler, staff are only available by phone.
Squamish – 604-892-5748
Whistler – 604-902-8711
Pearl’s Place Transition House
24-hours a day 7 days a week
24-hour crisis line 1-877-890-5711
Pearl’s will only be able to accept asymptomatic clients who live in the Sea to Sky Corridor and are fleeing domestic violence
Pearl’s Safe Home
24 hours a day 7 days a week
Sea to Sky Community Services
Open 8:30-1700 Facilities closed to public, staff are available by phone and email.
Phone: 604-892-5796 Email: community@sscs.ca
