A community crisis service that is available 24/7, is expanding to different areas of HRM.

The city says CARE is now available in the north end of Halifax as well as on the Halifax waterfront.

It is a program that provides in-person support for those 16 years and older who are having a crisis related to substance use, public intoxication, suicidal thoughts, mental health distress or well-being.

It is for situations that are not an emergency or violent.

The service offers a space that is safe and trauma-informed, rather than calling police or other first responders that may not be a good fit.

In January, CARE moved to 24/7 service in the Woodlawn and Cole Harbour areas of Dartmouth.

For more information on how to access CARE, click here.