national hotlines and resources
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | Text or call 988
988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress.
That could be: thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotion distress.
People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help. 24/7 support. English and Spanish.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline | 800-662-4357 | 800-487-4889.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. The free treatment referral line is 800-662-4357 and the free, 24 hr, informational services number is 800-487-4889.
nami helpline | 1-800-950-6264 or helpline@nami.org.
The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 11 PM CT.
the trevor project | 866-488-7386.
The Trevor Project offers depression and suicide support to the LGBTQ young adult community. Both of the hotlines provided offer 24/7 help.
National eating disorder association | 800-931-2237
NEDA offers help to a variety of eating disorders and hopes to "envision a world without eating disorders." NEDA is available Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., and Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. CT.
general crisis | Text “SUPPORT” to 741-741
The Crisis Text Line extends to everyone. They help people move from a hot moment to a cool calm, guiding you to create a plan to stay safe and healthy. 24/7 help is available.
Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network | 800-656-4673
RAINN’s goal is to provide options and programs to victims, in addition to finding ways of preventing sexual violence. RAINN offers 24/7 help.
Dating Abuse and Domestic Violence | 866-331-9474
Loveisrespect focuses on young adult relationships and hopes to end dating abuse. Loveisrespect offers 24/7 help.
local Mental health services
PROVISO DISTRICT
quinn center - 1832 S 8th Ave, Maywood, Il, 60153
The Quinn Center is a local community center and nonprofit in Maywood, IL where the Firehouse is located. They have summer programs, senior programs, but also public health resources. The Quinn Center, in partnership with NAMI Chicago, is holding family support groups in Spanish who have a loved one experiencing mental health struggles. Join the Quinn Center every fourth Tuesday of the month.
The Nehemiah Community Project - Located in quinn center
Chris Chambliss is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Nehemiah Community Project (NCP) in Maywood, Illinois. Chris and his team have directly implemented or facilitated trauma-informed work with underserved individuals from different walks of life, who have been impacted by trauma. NCP has multiple programs and projects to directly serve community members you can get involved in to help with well-being.
Proviso township mental health commission - 4565 W. Harrison Street 3rd Floor Hillside, IL 60162
Proviso’s mental health commission provides many other resources and partnerships for seniors, mental health, substance abuse, and more. They have different hospitals, hotlines, and services to communicate the importance of mental health.
LIVING ROOM- 1917 West Roosevelt Road, Broadview, IL
The Living Room is a safe place where you can talk with a peer if you are experiencing life’s emotional stresses. The trained peer recovery support specialists use their personal experience to help you find and maintain your recovery. Services are free of charge. Living Room is open to anyone who is 18 and over who is feeling scared, anxious, angry, sad, or just needs someone to talk to. You can walk-in or call ahead. Open 7 days a week and 365 days a year from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m
AMITA/PRESENCE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Ascension has multiple locations across Proviso to access behavioral health professionals and mental health advocates for personalized care.
Locations:
1820 S. 25th Avenue, Broadview, IL 60155
1414 W. Main Street, Melrose Park, IL 60160
9845 W. Roosevelt Rd, Westchester, IL 60154
Phone: (708) 410-0615
SUPPORT4U - TEXTING SERVICES
Chat anonymously with a licensed mental health clinician via text and get immediate assistance.
Proviso East students text FEEL to 844.670.5838
Proviso West students text WELL to 844.670.5838
PMSA students text CARE to 844.670.5938
Youth Outreach Services - 4419 W. North Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Youth Outreach Services (YOS) is committed to nurturing the potential in every young person, aiding them in finding their way to a positive adulthood. By helping them recognize their strengths and encouraging healthy decision-making, YOS fosters essential life skills in youth. Central to YOS’s mission is providing teens and their families with the resources needed to confront and preempt obstacles to success, achieved through a comprehensive focus on prevention, counseling, juvinelle justice and child welfare. Call 773-777-7112 to ask for an intake form.
CHICAGO
Verde Holistic Wellness Studio - 905 West 18th St Chicago, Illinois 60608
Crystal, the founder of Verde HWS, has a goal to help our communities see the importance to evolve the mind, body, and spirit. Located in Pilsen, Verde offers many programs and workshops in person and virtually including meditation, yoga, and massages. Stay tuned for more partner workshops with TFD and Verde.
Coffee, Hip-Hop, and Mental Health- 1051 W. Belmont, Chicago, IL
This local nonprofit in located in Chicago works to normalize therapy in Black neighborhoods, where mental health is greatly stigmatized. In a community where injustice is unfortunately unfamiliar, Coffee, Hip-Hop and Mental Health work towards educating. They offer free therapy sessions you can register for on their website.
NAMI CHICAGO- 1801 W Warner Ave Suite 202, Chicago, IL 60613
NAMI Chicago is a mental health nonprofit that works to provide access to mental health services. Their Helpline free and confidential resource that provides a listening ear, guidance and connection to the right mental health and social service resources, over the phone. They also offer multiple mental health support groups during the month that are recurring. Additionally, their classes help participants improve their understanding of mental health conditions, develop wellness strategies for managing their own mental health, and connect with community and resources for the future.
The chicago foundation for mental health - 1120 W. 79th Street
TCFMF offers bilingual individual and family therapy sessions that focuses on a culturally sensitive approach to mental health services. They also work in schools and community centers across Chicago through group sessions. Use their contact page to get connected.
