The Government of Alberta wants us to know there is help out there over the Christmas holiday's.

For many the Christmas season can be a stressful time, mentally, emotionally and financially.

Mike Berekowski, the Assistant Director of Communications for Alberta Human Services and says help is just a phone call away.

"Unfortunately there are social problems that don't take a rest over the holidays, and because of that the Government does have services that are available throughout the Holidays, should they need help with mental health, family violence, bullying or abuse or even some financial assistance. We do have emergency lines that are available throughout the Holidays."

For family violence, bullying or abuse, staff is on hand by phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

These services are available in more than 170 languages, or through online chat daily, from noon to 8 p.m.

Family Violence Info Line: 310-1818  
Bullying Helpline: 1-888-456?2323  
Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-387-KIDS (5437)  
The Income Support Contact Centre is available for emergency basic needs assistance at 1-866-644-5135.

The Mental Health Help Line is also available 24/7 offering help to Albertans for mental health concerns at 1-877-303-2642.

From December 24, 2015 to January 3, 2016, programs and resources that affect the health, safety and security of Albertans will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Non-urgent government operations will be closed during this time with regular services resuming on January 4, 2016.

For a link to the Alberta Government Website click "HERE."