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Emergency Response Resources
Suicide and Crises Lifeline:
Call/text 988
988Lifeline can help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, as well as prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
Boys Town 24/7 Crisis Hotline:
800-448-3000
The Boys Town National Hotline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is staffed by specially trained Boys Town counselors. It is accredited by the American Association of Suicidology (AAS). Boystown.org/parenting has parenting guides and resources.
Support for veterans:
988 option 1 or text 838255 or chat VeteransCrisisLine.net
24-hour, toll-free, confidential support for veterans and those who support them
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
Call, chat, or text 24/7. 800-799-SAFE (7233) or TTY: 711
Advocates will listen without judgement and help you begin to address what’s going on in your relationship. Our services are always free and available 24/7.
National Problem Gambling Hotline:
800-522-4700 or chat NCPGambling.org/Chat
Help is available 24/7 and is 100% confidential.
Disaster Distress Helpline:
800-985-5990 - TTY: 711 or Text TalkWithUs to 66746
24/7/365 crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Additional Resources
PsychologyToday.com
You can search for a provider that fits your needs. You can filter for type of insurance, location, and many others.
NAMI.org (National Alliance on Mental Illness) for information and support
TheKimFoundation.org for information/support
Nimh.nih.gov (National Institute of Mental Health) for information about mental health
SAMHSA.gov (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) for resources and information
ADAA.org - Anxiety and Depression Association of America
An international nonprofit membership organization that focuses on improving quality of life for those with anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and co-occurring disorders.
DBSAlliance.org - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
DBSA offers in-person and online support groups for people living with a mood disorder, as well as their friends and family.