Shelter, Inc.
NonprofitIf you or a child or adolescent you know are in crisis, Shelter, Inc. is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to help you locate appropriate services. To make a referral for placement, call our 24-hour Referral Line at 847.255.8060 Resources and learn more: https://www.shelter-inc.org/24-hour-referral-line-and-additional-resources/
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847-255-8060
NW CASA (Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault)
Help for those who have been assaulted - counseling, medical advocacy in emergency rooms and legal advocacy in police stations and courts.
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847-806-6526
National Domestic Violence Hotline
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800-799-7233
Mujeres Latinas en Accion Crisis Hotline 24 hour IL Domestic Violence
Our offices are a safe space for Latinas and their families, immigrants, and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. We offer healing, prevention, crisis intervention, individual & 7 different counseling groups, adult & child therapy, legal & medical advocacy, community education, professional & volunteer training and referrals to resources.
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877-863-6338
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773-890-7650
National Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
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Text 741741
National Human Trafficking Hotline
GovernmentThe National Human Trafficking Hotline connects victims and survivors of sex and labor trafficking with services and supports to get help and stay safe.
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888-373-7888
National Suicide and Crisis Hotline
988 is the a three-digit dialing code that will connect callers in crisis to trained counselors that will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.
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Call 988
SASS Crisis Line Hotline Screening, Assessment, and Support
GovernmentScreening, Assessment and Support Services (SASS), is a crisis mental health service program for children and adolescents, who are experiencing a psychiatric emergency. SASS agencies provide intensive mental health services for eligible children and youth who may need hospitalization, or community based mental health care. SASS services are available by calling the CARES line.
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800-345-9049
WINGS Domestic Violence Crisis Line
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847-221-5680
YouthOutlook -LGBTQ+
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Text REACH to 741741
NAMI - National Alliance For Mental Health/Barrington
NAMI Chicago refers community members to over 700 resources through our free Helpline, open seven days a week. See our website for resources that we have found helpful to many. This is not an exhaustive list - call us at 833-626-4244 to talk through your needs.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. Check the website for hotlines links and phone numbers for Spanish speakers, male survivors, National Street Harassment Hotline, and DoD Safe Helpline for members of the U.S. military and their families.
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800-656-4673
SAMHSA National Helpline
GovernmentSAMHSA’s mission is to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring equitable access and better outcomes. SAMHSA envisions that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health and substance use conditions receive care, thrive, and achieve wellbeing.
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800-622-4357
Safe-2-Help
GovernmentSafe2Help Illinois is a 24/7 program where students can use a free app, text/phone, and website (Safe2HelpIllinois.com) to share information on school safety issues in a confidential environment.
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844-472-3345
The Trevor Project
Reach out to one of our trained counselors. Call, text, or chat with us anytime you need support. If you are thinking about suicide, or feeling lonely, we’re here to listen.
Adult Protective Services (APS)
GovernmentProtects adults ages 60 and older and people with disabilities ages 18-59. Report abuse, active neglect, passive neglect, and self-neglect at this phone number.
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866-800-1409
The Josselyn Center
The Living Room is FREE and open to all adults 18+ who are experiencing an emotional or mental health crisis. Adults will be able to connect with a Peer Support Specialist and is located one block from public transportation.
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847-441-5600