The following has been provided to us from our community partner, Alpha House, which can also be downloaded here as a PDF:
Who to contact and when
WHO |
WHEN |
Alpha House Hostel
24/7 Building Line
(587) 437-8798
|
If you have a concern directly related to the hostel, such as noise or a garbage concern or if you have good reason to believe an issue involves an individual utilizing the program at this building. |
911 Emergency Services |
If you believe that anyone’s safety is in jeopardy or you see a violent/criminal situation occurring. |
Calgary Police Non-Emergency Services
403.266.1234
|
If for any reason you feel that the situation should be dealt with by or reported to the police, but there are no threats to anyone’s safety, such as witnessing what appears to be a drug deal. Police will attend on a lesser-priority response time. |
Alpha House D.O.A.P. Team
403.998.7388
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If you observe a vulnerable individual who appears to be intoxicated and requires support. |
Alpha House Needle Response
403.796.5334 |
If you find a needle in the community and want assistance getting it picked up. |
Alpha House Encampment Team
403.805.7388
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If you see an individual "rough sleeping" who may be in need of support |