Mental Health Resources for Seniors & More

This month and every day through the year, mental health is important. In honor of Mental Health Month in May, we’re sharing mental health resources and help lines available to the public, including seniors.

Public Mental Health Resources

These resources offer options for calling, texting, or chatting online.

• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 or 800-273-TALK (8255)

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (7233)

• Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network: 800-656-HOPE (4673)

• Mental Health America: resources and tips, programs, ways to volunteer, and more

Mental Health Resources for Seniors

Administration for Community Living: resources, programs, and agencies covering a range of topics, including substance abuse and mental health

National Council on Aging: resources for older adults, caregivers, and more

• Health for Older Adults: information on managing physical and mental health

• Social Isolation and Loneliness for Caregivers: caregivers can access tips and resources to help when the older adult they’re caring for feels isolated

National Institute on Mental Health: mental health resources for older adults, plus access to hotlines

Mental Health America: information and resources for anxiety in older adults

Suicide Prevention Resource Center: information on suicide risks and protective factors for older adults, plus info on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Mental Health Resources by State

Here are mental health resources available in the states we serve.

Nebraska:

• Nebraska Family Helpline: 888-866-8660

• Nebraska Treatment and Recovery: access behavioral treatment and recovery resources

Nevada:

• 211 Essential Health and Human Services: access counseling, a crisis hotline, and more

• Foundation for Recovery: resources for mental health and addiction recovery

New Mexico:

• 988 Crisis Support Line

• Crisis and Access Line: 1-855-NMCRISIS

• New Mexico Department of Health: discover programs to promote, protect, and preserve your mental health

Oregon:

Lines for Life: access mental health services and crisis lines like the below

• Suicide or mental health crisis: 988

• Behavioral health support: 1-800-923-4357

• Help for alcohol and drug use: Call 1-800-923-4357 or text “Recovery Now” to 839863

• Racial equity support line (emotional support and resource referrals for those experiencing racism, microaggressions, discrimination, and more): 503-575-3764

Utah:

• Utah National Alliance on Mental Illness: discover programs and resources

• Utah Department of Health & Human Services: access the Utah crisis line at 988 or visit this website to find resources for substance abuse and mental health
  

Washington:

• 211 Support Line: connect to community resources statewide

• Washington National Alliance on Mental Illness: access resources, including support groups and trainings