Police, firefighters and paramedics worked together over the weekend to save an individual in distress. On Saturday afternoon (August 10th) the OPP responded to an incident on Mary Street in the City of Pembroke where a young man was threatening to take his life by jumping off the bridge. A section of Mary Street between Church Street and MacKay Street was closed for a couple of hours as emergency officials worked together to save the individual.
The incident over the weekend serves as a reminder that there is always support and help available. In Pembroke residents can take advantage of services such as the Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre, the Bernadette McCann House or services offered at the Pembroke Regional Hospital (for Renfrew and Arnprior – the Renfrew Victoria Hospital and Arnprior and District Regional Hospital).
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, you’re encouraged to call the 24/7 crisis line at 1-866-996-0991.
Mental Health Services of Renfrew County and Pathways Alcohol and Drug Treatment Services work together to provide emergency department staff access to a counselor. They come directly to the the Pembroke Regional Hospital (for Renfrew & Arnprior – Renfrew Victoria Hospital and Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital) to speak with the patient or will consult them over the phone.
Residents in the Ottawa Valley have many options for mental health services.
The Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre offers a wide variety of services including suicide prevention, crisis clinics, crisis de-escalation, short term counseling, education, training and referrals.
The Phoenix Centre serves clients under the age of 17 years of age who live or attend school in Renfrew County. The Phoenix Center offers walk-in counseling for immediate assistance for youth and children across the county no referral necessary.
The Bernadette McCann House is a short term crisis intervention shelter for abused women and their children. They also provide 24 hour confidential telephone support with outreach services available.
Important Contact Info
Mental Health Services of Renfrew County Crisis Line: Call 1-866-996-0991 (available 24 hours a day)
Bernadette McCann House: Call 613-732-7776 (office) and 613-732-3131 (after hours/crisis support line)
Robbie Dean Family Counselling Centre: Call 613-629-4243 or email Monique Yashinskie at monique@rdfcc.ca
Phoenix Centre for Children and Families: Call 613-735-2374 (office) or 1-800-465-1870 (toll free)
