Resources for Individuals in Need of Assistance (emergent or otherwise)
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support via phone or text for people in distress. There is also a web chat available 24/7.
- The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides Publications and Digital Products including a poster, wallet cards, and more for professionals to download or order.
- The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262), is a free English and Spanish language confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms, available 24/7. Check out the Maternal Mental Health page on WIC Works for an additional resource.
- SAMHSA’s Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator is a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems.
- Mental Health America's Finding Therapy site shares a fact sheet and referral sources.
- The Office on Women’s Health Talking Postpartum Depression campaign includes a toolkit of ready-to-use resources with with fact sheets for women, their support networks, and health care professionals, video and written testimonials from women who have experienced postpartum depression, social media messages, and more.
- The Helping Your Loved One Who is Suicidal: A Guide for Family and Friends downloadable publication provides information on understanding suicide, warning signs and action steps to take, and how to prevent future attempts and keep your loved one safe.