These are some of the many resources that are available nationally. Each resource will be able to connect you with local resources to learn more about counseling options, treatment facilitates, educational and training opportunities, support groups and more. You can also always reach out to The Blue Dove Foundation at info@thebluedovefoundation.org.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 (1-800-SUICIDE)
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
24/7 hotline for people in distress and their loved ones to access prevention and crisis resources and best practices for professionals. Calls are answered by local crisis lines whenever possible.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
www.crisistextline.org
Text from anywhere in the USA to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
1-212-870-3400
www.aa-intergroup.org
Alcoholics Anonymous has a wide range of online resources available through the Online Intergroup.
Alcohol and Drug Helpline
1-800-821-4357
24/7 national hotline that provides resources about local alcohol and drug abuse treatment options. Calls are free and confidential.
Al-Anon for Families of Alcoholics (AL-ANON AND ALATEEN)
1-800-344-2666
https://al-anon.org
A support forum where the families and friends of alcoholics can share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
1-800-422-4453
http://www.childhelp.org/hotline
24/7 hotline with professional crisis counselors that offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.
Cocaine Anonymous
Cocaine Anonymous offers online meetings.
Families Anonymous (FA)
For relatives and friends concerned about the use of drugs or related behavioral problems.
In the Rooms
In The Rooms is a free online recovery tool that offers 130 weekly online meetings for those recovering from addiction and related issues. We embrace multiple pathways to recovery, including all 12 Step, Non-12 Step, Wellness and Mental Health modalities.
MISSD
A non-profit dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public about the dangers of medication-induced suicide and akathisia. Founded in memory of Stewart Dolin
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
Bringing Narcotics Anonymous Meetings to Remote or Isolated Addicts from around the world who may, for whatever reason, be unable to attend local face to face meetings.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
www.nami.org
The nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
National Center for Elder Abuse (NCEA)
1-855-500-3537
https://ncea.acl.gov
A national resource center dedicated to the prevention of elder mistreatment. Established by the U.S. Administration on Aging (AoA) in 1988 as a national elder abuse resource center, it was granted a permanent home at AoA in the 1992 amendments made to Title II of the Older Americans Act.
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
1-800-931-2237
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
The largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders, NEDA serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures, and access to quality care.
The NEDA Helpline (1-800-931-2237) is available Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET to provide support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one.
National Drug Helpline
1-888-633-3239
http://drughelpline.org
24/7 hotline to help those struggling with addiction receive information regarding treatment and recovery. Call for information regarding treatment and recovery.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE
https://www.thehotline.org
Part of the largest nationwide network of programs and expert resources. Visitors to its website can find information about domestic violence, online instructional materials, safety planning, local resources, and ways to support the organization.
National Teen Dating Abuse Line
1-866-331-9474 (Text or Talk)
https://www.loveisrespect.org
24/7 helpline to answer questions about relationships and dating staffed by an advocate trained to offer education, support, and advocacy to those involved in dating abuse relationships as well as concerned friends, siblings, parents, teachers, law enforcement members, and service providers.
Poison Control Center
1-800-222-1222
https://www.poison.org
Free, confidential service that provides support from a poison control professional (including cases involving drugs and/or alcohol).
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)/National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
https://www.rainn.org
The nation’s largest antisexual violence organization, RAINN operates the hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and administers the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure perpetrators are brought to justice.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
1-800-662-4357 (HELP)
https://www.samhsa.gov
24/7 hotline that provides information service for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
SMART Recovery
SMART Recovery is a global community of mutual-support groups. At meetings, participants help one another resolve problems with any addiction (to drugs or alcohol or to activities such as gambling or over-eating).
Trevor Hotline (LGBTQ Youth/Suicide)
1-866-4-U-TREVOR
www.thetrevorproject.org
A national 24-hour, toll-free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth. Safe, Confidential Lifeline for LGBTQ Young People.
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
A free, confidential resource available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or enrolled in VA health care. The caring, qualified responders at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances.