Spiritual support
We recognize the importance of spirituality as a part of your holistic health. Spirituality and its expression are unique to each individual, and we want to support your exploration or continuation of this expression during your time at Lethbridge Polytechnic.
If religion is one way you express your spirituality, you can access support through Wellness Services. We’ve formed agreements with local church groups that allow students to easily connect with church volunteers. If you are interested in connecting with a church group or if you have questions, reach out to us at 403-320-3289 or wellness.services@lethpolytech.ca.
Other practices of spirituality may include:
- outdoor activity or connection with nature
- meditation
- yoga
- volunteerism
- spending time with loved ones
Resource listing
7 Cups
Need to chat? Text online therapists and counsellors through this emotional support system.
Be Safe
Create a safety plan to seek help when you need it.
Calm
Learn to meditate with guided meditations for anxiety, sleep and more.
Headspace
Change your whole day with a few minutes of meditation and mindfulness.
Healthy Minds
Learn to cope with the stresses you encounter both on and off campus.
Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock
Wake up feeling rested and ready for the day with the Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock app.
SuperBetter
Increase your resilience to stay optimistic even in the toughest situations.
AHS - Addiction and Mental Health Services
Assists clients with mental illness to improve and or maintain their well being through consistent administration of long acting medications via injection.
Phone: 403-381-5260
Location:
200 5 Ave South
Lethbridge, AB
Blackfoot Family Lodge Society
Find accommodation and resources in a cultural and compassionate space that empowers Indigenous women.
Phone: 403-329-6506
Location:
830 7th St North
Lethbridge, AB
Website: http://www.bfls.org/
Chinook Sexual Assault Centre
Receive support if you have experienced sexual violence.
Phone: 403-694-1094
Toll-free: 1-844-576-2512
Website: https://csacleth.ca
Distress line of Southwestern Alberta
Call the distress line at any time to talk to someone who is there to listen to and support you.
Phone: 403-327-7905
Lethbridge Family Services, Counselling, Outreach and Education
Access a variety of counselling (individual, couples, family and group counselling), educational presentations, training and workshops, personal growth groups and individual education.
Phone: 403-327-5724
Website: https://www.lfsfamily.ca/content.php?p=41
Lethbridge Sexual and Reproductive Health Center
Receive counselling and information services on a variety of sexual and reproductive health topics.
Phone: 403-320-0110
Location:
740 4 Ave. South
Lethbridge, AB
Website: Sexual and Reproductive Health | Alberta Health Services
LPSA Food Bank
Fill your pantry with items from the LPSA Food Bank when money is tight.
Phone: 403-320-3373
Location:
CE1350
Lethbridge Polytechnic
Website: https://www.mylpsa.com/services/food-bank
Mental Health Helpline
Call the line any time, 24/7, for confidential, anonymous mental health advice and crisis intervention.
Phone: 1 877-303-2642
Family Centre
Empower your children and your family through the Family Centre’s comprehensive range of services.
Phone: 403-320-4232
Location:
#225 200 4 Ave South
Lethbridge, AB
Victim Services
Receive support and referrals as a victim or witness of a crime or tragedy.
Phone: 403-330-5176
Website: https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/victim-services
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
Access education, training and research for anxiety, depression and related disorders.
Website: https://adaa.org/
Bridge the GApp
Connect with guidance and support for mental health and addictions.
Website: https://www.bridgethegapp.ca/adult/
DrugRehab.com
Find research, fact-based and free resources on substances, treatments and recovery.
Website: https://www.drugrehab.com/
10 Best Detox and Rehab Centers in Canada
Find evidence-based, holistic treatment approaches to addictions recovery at these Canadian Rehab Centres.
Website: AddictionResource.net
Healthy Campus Alberta
Discover mental health resources specific to post-secondary education in Alberta.
Website: https://www.healthycampusalberta.ca/
The Jack Project
Be a mental health advocate and join other young leaders who are transforming the way we think about mental health.
Website: https://jack.org/Home
Know Before You Go
Transition from high school to polytechnic with the Know Before You Go guide.
Website: http://teenmentalhealth.org/product/know-before-you-go/
Loveisrespect.org
Talk to highly-trained advocates who offer support, information and advocacy on healthy, unhealthy and abusive relationships.
Website: http://www.loveisrespect.org
Mental Health Meter
Take a short quiz to assess your mental health.
Website: https://cmha.ca/mental-health-meter
My Anxiety Plans
Manage anxiety with expert tools and resources from Anxiety Canada.
Website: https://maps.anxietycanada.com
NEDIC: National Eating Disorder Information Centre
Access information, resources, referrals and support for eating disorders.
Website: https://nedic.ca/resources/
myWellnessplan.ca
Take a step towards better mental health with this award-winning student mental health and wellness program.
Website: https://mystudentplan.ca/mywellness/en/welcome
Recovery on Campus Alberta
Learn from, help create and be a part of recovery programs on campuses around the province, including LP REES - https://www.reescommunity.com/ - Trauma-informed and centered on the needs of gender-based and sexual violence survivors, REES bridges the online incident reporting with access to critical information about reporting options, resources, and supports
- in partnership with Lethbridge Polytechnic. Information can be kept anonymous.
- City of Lethbridge Integrated Coordinated Access (ICA): https://www.lethbridgeica.ca/
Website: https://www.recoveryoncampusalberta.ca/
sexandU.ca
Find information and education on sexual and reproductive health.
Website: https://www.sexandu.ca
