In Your Corner:
Supporting You on Your Journey to Better Health
For Emergency or Crisis Situations
If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 9-1-1. If you are in crisis, please call 2-1-1 for the Toronto Community Crisis Service or call the Gerstein Crisis Centre at 416-929-0149.
Helping People Living with Substance Use Connect to the Care They Need
Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging, especially when you're living with substance use and mental health concerns.
The In Your Corner program is here to help.
Whether you're seeking care for the first time, need extra support, or don’t know where to start, we’re here to make accessing care easy and stress-free.
We’re committed to getting you the care you need when you need it.
How It Works
Getting started is simple:
Call Us: You or your care provider can reach out to us at any time.
Phone: 416-934-8102
Available 24/7, 7 days a week
Personalized Support: Our team will listen, assess your needs, and help you explore your options for care. We focus on your individual goals and work with you every step of the way.
Ongoing Follow-Up: We stay in touch to ensure you're getting the support you need and achieving your health goals.
Accessible to All
If you live or receive care in downtown Toronto and are experiencing challenges related to mental health or substance use, we are here to help. No one should have to navigate the system alone.
The In Your Corner program offers:
One number, one connection to a wide range of services
A dedicated "point person" to guide you throughout your journey
Translation services available upon request
Option to speak with a female team member if preferred
Why Choose In Your Corner?
We understand that getting care when living with challenges related to mental health or substance use can feel overwhelming. Long waitlists and unclear processes only add to the burden. That’s why we’ve designed In Your Corner to:
Make it easier to find the right care at the right time
Minimize unnecessary steps, paperwork, and repetition
Provide clear, real-time information about your options
Focus on health equity and reducing stigma in care
Our approach was shaped by patients and clients, ensuring that the program is built around your needs. Your goals and experiences are at the heart of everything we do.