This update from Aylmer Police Service highlights a growing and ongoing need for mental health support in the community.
The Aylmer Police Service has shared that officers responded to nine mental health-related calls over a 7-day span, highlighting ongoing needs in the community.
Police say the calls involved wellbeing checks and individuals in distress. Of those incidents, four people were apprehended under the Mental Health Act and transported to hospital for further assessment, while two others voluntarily attended hospital with police assistance.
In each case, officers worked to ensure individuals received appropriate care, with all incidents resulting in referrals to a mobile crisis response team for follow-up support.
Police say the collaborative approach helps connect individuals and families with resources beyond the initial response.
The service is reminding residents that mental health challenges can affect anyone and encourages those in need to seek help early.
Support is available through the Canadian Mental Health Association, Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services, as well as the Reach Out 24/7 and Canada’s 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline.
In an emergency, residents are urged to call 911.
