Resources
Social connection is essential for everyone.
Local Urgent Resources
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Dial 911 / local Emergency Room
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Call / Text / Chat 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
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Crisis Text Line - Text 741741 for free 24/7 support
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Psychiatric Emergency Services - 24/7, (800) 640-5432 for yourself or someone you’re concerned about
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Call2Talk 508.532.2255 - A resource for immediate support
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Samaritans (877) 870-4673 (HOPE), Call or text 24/7 for immediate support
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SafeLink Hotline 877-785-2020 - domestic violence hotline
Other Local Resources
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Advocates.org - A wealth of resources, support and services for addiction, family care, elder care, mental health care and much more
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Mass 211 - Confidential, free, multilingual support and resources for mental health, domestic violence, runaway help, help with utilities and much more
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Parents Helping Parents - Find virtual and community support, from one parent to another
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NAMI of Greater Boston - National Alliance on Mental Illness for Greater Boston
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Live Another Day - Features culturally competent resources for people of color. These are the top treatment/rehab centers in MA based on online reviews and accreditations and provides extensive information for people of color *and* their allies
National Resources
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Samaritans Suicide Hotline 24/7 support (877) 870-4673 - Call, text, chat for help and support 24/7
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BIPOC Resources - 51 essential resources for Black women and women of color covering addiction, mental health, hotlines, books, healthcare, support groups, podcasts
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The Summit Wellness Group - Written and curated by Women of Color, this guide features over 60 mental health & addiction resources for People of Color
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HHS: Health and Human Services - Information and resources at the national level for mental health, Covid, and much more
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SAMHSA: Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration - Find treatment, resources, and information
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Mental Health First Aid: National Council for Mental Wellbeing - A wealth of information about this valuable course to help people understand how to help others who are struggling
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The Youth Alliance - A collection of helpful hotlines
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The Jed Foundation - Suicide prevention and mental health resources
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I Am Not Alone; Mental Health America - Connection to combat loneliness
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Psychology Today - A directory of mental health practitioners and loaded with resources and articles
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The Trevor Project - Support and resources for LGBTQ young people, 24/7
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A Caregiver's Guide to Burnout - A great resource to help caregivers cope with stress and burnout. Lots of eldercare resources here, too.
- Resources for College Student Athletes - A comprehesive collection of podcasts, articles, books and more specifically targeting the mental health needs of college student athletes.
Resources for People of Color
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BIPOC Resources - 51 essential resources for Black women and women of color covering addiction, mental health, hotlines, books, healthcare, support groups, podcasts
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The Summit Wellness Group - Written and curated by Women of Color, this guide features over 60 mental health & addiction resources for People of Color
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Live Another Day - Features culturally competent resources for people of color. These are the top treatment/rehab centers in MA based on online reviews and accreditations and provides extensive information for people of color *and* their allies
- Call Blackline - 1-800-604-5841. For peer support, counseling, reporting of mistreatment or systemic oppression, prioritizes BIPOC.
Resources for Men
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Heads Up Guys - a website that speaks directly to men about depression, anxiety, anger, and other issues. Provides information, resources and tips.
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Man Therapy - another website that offers information, support, and resources for men about mental health.
If you are having suicidal or homicidal thoughts, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.