Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9 am-5 pm * Tue 12 noon-8 pm

Complete the COAST Referral Form and fax to 226-401-3823 or call the Crisis Phone Line at 519-759-7188

Provides short-term crisis stabilization to children and youth under age 18 and their families.  Staff meet with individuals in the environment of their choice, such as at home or school. The team makes initial contact within 48 hours of receiving a referral

• provides parents and caregivers with skills to handle family situations better and increase their confidence in responding to behaviour in a positive way
• strengthens coping skills
• provides referrals to internal and external resources that will build family resilience
• reduces the need for ongoing counselling intervention

To respond to higher-risk situations, COAST partners with Brantford City Police and Brant County OPP