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Residents seeking mental health support can now access a variety of services any time of the day through one program.

Access 24/7 launched Monday morning at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, providing a centralized point of contact to connect patients with addiction and mental health supports.

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“Instead of having to navigate the system on their own, we’ll navigate the system with them,” said Mark Snaterse, AHS executive director for addiction and mental health.

The 24-7 program will provide outreach services, support in navigating community services, intervention and treatment. Edmontonians in need can visit the centre in Anderson Hall, 10959 102 St., or call 780-424-2424 for assistance at any point.

This easily-accessible support system will help alleviate the pressures of having to do it all alone, said patient advocate Catherine de Beaudrap.

Anxiety and depression interfered with de Beaudrap’s life growing up and she said there was never a clear route to get the necessary help.