FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government has a range of supports for people who need help during the holidays, and throughout the year.

“The holidays can be a wonderful time for many New Brunswickers, but we know that is not the case for everyone,” said Families and Children Minister Stephen Horsman. “For anyone who does need assistance over the holidays, we want them to know that help is available.”

During the holidays, people can call to get help regarding health care, abuse or other kinds of emergencies.

Social programs

  • After-hours emergency social services: 1-800-442-9799
  • Social Development regional offices:

        -       Moncton (Region 1): 1-866-426-5191

        -       Saint John (Region 2): 1-866-441-4340

        -       Fredericton (Region 3): 1-866-444-8838

        -       Edmundston (Region 4): 1-866-441-4249

        -       Restigouche (Region 5): 1-866-441-4245

        -       Chaleur (Region 6): 1-866-441-4341

        -       Miramichi (Region 7): 1-866-441-4246

        -       Acadian Peninsula (Region 8): 1-866-441-4149

Children, youth and families

  • Child abuse and neglect: 1-888-992-2873
  • Chimo helpline: 1-800-667-5005
  • Fredericton Sexual Assault Crisis Centre: 506-454-0437
  • Beauséjour Family Crisis Resource Centre: 506-533-9100

Health

  • Tele-Care: 811
  • Gambling: 1-800-461-1234
  • Teletypewriter Service (TTY): 1-866-213-7920

Income support (employment)

  • 1-888-452-2687 (English) or 1-888-487-2824 (French)

Note that the Employment Standards Branch will be closed Dec. 27-29.

More information is available online.

Public Safety

  • Emergency Measures Organization: 1-800-561-4034

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services.

 

21-12-17