MY SAFETY PLAN
#BestLife for every child and youth
May 2019 | Form P5681E | www.cheo.on.ca
This reference is for educational purposes only.
If you have any questions, ask your health-care provider.
My coping strategies
What are some helpful things that will take my mind off the problem? (eg. going for a walk, calling a close
friend to just vent, watching a movie, sleeping)
Reasons for living
Who are the people or animals I live for? (eg. mother, father, brother, sister, friends, relatives or pets)
What are other things I have to live for? (eg. remembering that things will get better one day, future
goals like school, career, travel or family goals)
Sometimes, when people are feeling sad, they have a hard time seeing the reasons for living. If this is the
case for you right now, what are some reasons that others might point out for you?
My support network
Who are main people that I can turn to for support if I am overwhelmed? (people to whom I can say,
“Hey, I’m not feeling good right now, I really need someone to talk to. I don’t need advice, I just need you
to listen. Can we talk?”)
Someone to spend time with to take my mind off things:
Someone who can help with practical things (ex. taking me to appointments):
Someone who is a good listener:
Crisis plan and resources
If no one is available, what are the local telephone crisis lines in my area? Check the ones you like best.
☐ Child, Youth and Family Crisis Line for Eastern Ontario 613-260-2360 or toll-free, 1-877-377-7775
☐ Kids help phone: 1.800.668.6868 Live chat also available at www.kidshelpphone.ca
☐ Good2Talk: 1-866-925-5454 (for college and university students in Ontario).
☐ Ottawa and Region Distress Centre: 613-238-3311
☐ Youth Service Bureau 24/7 Crisis line: 613-260-2360