Mental Health

National and state resources for those suffering from mental illness, addiction or grief and those wishing to offer support and learn more about mental illness.

COVID-19

Crisis Support

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or text HOPE to 916-668-ICAN; Free, confidential 24/7 support
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
The Trevor Project for LGBTQ Youth: 1-866-488-7386 for 24/7 judgment-free support
National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741741 for treatment and support solutions

Georgia Resources

Atlanta Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Assisting people with drinking problems.
Georgia Regional Service Committee of Narcotics Anonymous: Assisting people with narcotic problems.
Giving Kitchen: Provides emergency assistance grants for restaurant workers facing an unanticipated crisis. [See the Giving Kitchen National Self-Care Resources page, which includes QPR Suicide Prevention Training, a sample Harassment Policy and information on Building a Stability Network.]
QPR FREE Suicide Prevention Training

National Resources

Alcohol Addiction Center: Comprehensive resource for those struggling with alcohol addiction.
American Association of Suicidology: Statistics, resources and listings of mental health services
Ben’s Friends: A support group offering hope, fellowship and a path forward to food and beverage industry professionals who struggle with substance abuse.
DrugRehab.com: Delves into the mental health disorders that frequently plague many who struggle with substance misuse disorders.
DrugRehabConnections.com: Provides unbiased information reviewed by medical experts so readers can make an informed decision on the next steps in their, or a loved one’s, drug rehabilitation journey.
Fair Kitchens: How to create a positive, sustainable workplace
FindTreatment.gov: A modern, user-friendly website to assist Americans with finding the right type of substance abuse treatment, from the Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Hope for the Day: Suicide prevention and support programs
Mental Health First Aid Training: Educating people to understand and respond to people in distress
Mental Health Resources: Comprehensive list of resources for anyone seeking information about and/or help for a range of mental health issues.
Talkspace Affordable Text Therapy: Anonymous affordable access to therapists.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Mental Health Resources for our veterans.
What’s Your Grief: Education and support for all kinds of grief