Mental Health Resources

Immediate danger, suspected overdose, or someone not breathing normally: call 911.

Emotional crisis support (24/7): call, text, or chat 988. If you are unsure what to do, start here.

988 is for anyone experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, substance use crisis, or overwhelming anxiety—whether it is you or someone you care about. You do not need the “perfect” reason to reach out.

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  – 24/7 call, text, or chat support with a trained counselor.
• Helping Someone Else (988)
  – simple steps for supporting a loved one: what to say, what to ask, and how to stay safe in the moment.

Overdose can happen quickly—especially with fentanyl in the drug supply. These resources focus on practical prevention and response, including naloxone and test-strip guidance.

If someone is unresponsive or not breathing normally: call 911 immediately.

• Lifesaving Naloxone (CDC)
  – what naloxone is, why it matters, and how to access it.
• How and When to Use Naloxone (CDC PDF)
  – a printable, step-by-step reference for families and caregivers.
• What You Need to Know About Naloxone (CDC PDF)
  – safety notes, what to expect after giving naloxone, and key reminders.
• What You Can Do to Test for Fentanyl (CDC)
  – how fentanyl test strips reduce risk and how to use them more safely.
• Fentanyl and Xylazine Test Strips (SAMHSA)
  – what they detect and why they can be a useful harm-reduction tool.
• Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit (SAMHSA PDF)
  – a comprehensive toolkit for prevention, response, and community education.

Support meetings can help people feel less alone, build accountability, and stay connected between clinical touchpoints. If one option does not feel like the right fit, try another—different formats help different people.

If someone is in immediate danger or unresponsive: call 911.

• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
  – peer support for alcohol recovery, with meetings in most communities.
• AA Meeting Guide App
  – an official, easy way to find nearby AA meetings.
• Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Find a Meeting
  – peer support for drug recovery, with local and online options.
• SMART Recovery – Find a Meeting
  – evidence-informed mutual support focused on skills and self-management.
• Recovery Dharma – Meetings
  – mindfulness-based recovery community with online and in-person meetings.

Addiction impacts the whole family system. These resources help loved ones find support, learn what is happening, and take practical next steps without trying to carry everything alone.

If a situation feels unsafe or urgent, call 911. For emotional crisis support (24/7), call/text/chat 988.

• Al-Anon Meeting Search
  – support for families and friends affected by someone’s drinking.
• Alateen Meeting Search
  – peer support for teens impacted by someone else’s drinking.
• Nar-Anon – Find a Meeting
  – support for families and friends affected by someone’s drug use.
• Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (NIDA PDF)
  – a research-based guide explaining what effective treatment generally includes.
• Drugs A to Z (NIDA)
  – plain-language facts on substances, effects, and risks.