Resources

Nationwide Resources

  • Emergency → If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

    Mental Health Emergency → Call or text 988, or chat via 988lifeline.org for 24/7 free, confidential support for anyone in distress (not just suicide-related crises).

    Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor anytime, anywhere in the U.S.

  • Trans Lifeline → 1-877-565-8860 (peer support for transgender people, run by trans volunteers).

    Trevor Project → 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 (support for LGBTQIA+ youth).

    Veterans Crisis Line → Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255 (for veterans and their loved ones).

    StrongHearts Native Helpline → 1-844-762-8483 (support for Native Americans experiencing crisis or violence).

    Postpartum Support International (PSI) → 1-800-944-4773

    National Eating Disorder Helpline Call 1-800-931-2237 or visit National Eating Disorders to find care.

  • 211 Helpline→ Call 211 to get connected to local social services, mental health care, housing, food, and more.

    National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine→ 1-800-950-6264 (Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET) for peer support, information and referrals.

    Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline→ 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for treatment referrals and information about substance use and mental health concerns.

    Disaster Distress Helpline Call or text 1-800-985-5990 for crisis support related to natural or human-caused disasters.

Statewide Resources

  • Emergency → If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

    Mental Health Emergency → Call or text 988, or visit 988Colorado.com to chat. Free, confidential, 24/7/365 support for emotional distress, mental health or substance-use concerns.

    Colorado Crisis Services → Call 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255 for a trained counselor. In-person walk-in & mobile crisis services available across Colorado, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

  • Mental Health Colorado → A non-profit, non-partisan organization working to pass laws, change practices, and promote healthier minds across the lifespan of Coloradans.

    Find a list of resources based on your needs here.

  • What to do if Behavioral Health Care is denied

    Helping Hands El Paso County Community Resources ranging from basic needs such as housing and food assistance, child care and financial assistance, job training, immigration and legal services, to mental health services.

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