Social Emotional/Mental Health Assistance
Mental Health Resources
Useful Phone Numbers
CARES (crisis and referral entry service) (800)345-9049
Call 4 Calm: text "talk" to 552020, and a counselor from a local community mental health center will contact you within 24 hours
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255
Depression & Bipolar Alliance Hotline: 800-826-3632
TrevorLifeline (LGBTQ Crisis Hotline): 1-866-488-7386
Free and confidential support for individuals in crisis available 24/7. Text "HOME" to 741741
The document provides a list of violence prevention and support available to communities
IDPH: Call4Calm
A free emotional support text line. Text "TALK" to 552020 or "HABLAR" for service in Spanish
A free emotional support text line. Text "TALK" to 552020 or "HABLAR" for service in Spanish
Free and confidential treatment and referral and information service available 24/7. 1-800-622-4357 (HELP)
A free hotline for youth at risk of running away, or already have and are looking for help, 24/7. 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) or text: 66008
Free and confidential support for individuals in crisis, 24/7. 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
Statewide crisis program for children and youth, provided by Illinois Department of healthcare and Family Services. SASS provides intensive mental health services for children and youth who may need hospitalization for mental health care.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education "School Wellness - Mental Health"