Resources
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Beginning July 16, 2022, 988 will be the new three-digit dialing code connecting people to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where compassionate, accessible care and support is available for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress—whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. Learn more about 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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Mental Wellness ToolkitHelping Faith Leaders Bring Hope and Healing to our communities
The Mental Wellness Toolkit from Connections for Mental Wellness is avaliable to help address community needs related to mental health and mental healthcare.
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Community Resources
2-1-1 Give and Get Help
Provides easy simple access to health and human services, give callers an opportunity to get or give help.
NEW Mental Health Connections
Offers free online screening for Depression, Bipolar, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Eating Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Center for Suicide Awareness
An organization dedicated to preventing suicide through proactive education, training, emotional support, collaboration and intervention.
NAMI
Their mission is to improve the quality of life of those affected by mental illness and to promote recovery.
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Mental Health First Aid Classes
Catholic Charities currently has instructors trained to provide Adult Mental Health First Aid Classes. This class will teach individuals how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders Participants will be provided with the skills needed to support someone in crisis or who may be developing a mental health or substance use disorder. The class can be given to parishes, schools, community organizations, or volunteers. There is no cost for the class and all materials needed are provided by Catholic Charities.
For more information please Contact Us.
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5 Mental Health Tips
- Eat Well
- Keep Physically Active
- Ask for Help
- Do Something You Enjoy
- Pray/Meditate
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