Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse Resources
- JCFS Chicago
- JCFS Chicago strives to enhance social and emotional well-being for adults, children, teens and families, as well as maximize potential for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They offer the following services: Children & Adolescents, Foster Care & Family Support Counseling & Psychological Services, People with Disabilities & their Families, Jewish Community Programs, and Professional & Community Training. JCFS Chicago also offers mental health support, career help, and financial assistance, specifically for young adults. Check out the JCFS resource page below for young adult support services.
- Website: https://www.jcfs.org/
- JCFS Resources for Young Adults: https://www.jcfs.org/jvs/find-your-future
- Phone: 855.275.5237
- Email: Ask@JCFS.org
- JCFS Chicago strives to enhance social and emotional well-being for adults, children, teens and families, as well as maximize potential for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They offer the following services: Children & Adolescents, Foster Care & Family Support Counseling & Psychological Services, People with Disabilities & their Families, Jewish Community Programs, and Professional & Community Training. JCFS Chicago also offers mental health support, career help, and financial assistance, specifically for young adults. Check out the JCFS resource page below for young adult support services.
- SHALVA
- SHALVA offers confidential domestic abuse counseling services, supportive services, and community education to the metropolitan Chicago Jewish community in a culturally-sensitive and caring environment. SHALVA's clients receive free and individualized services for as long as needed. SHALVA is an Illinois not-for-profit 501(c)3 and certified by the State of Illinois to provide domestic violence counseling. All SHALVA therapists are Illinois-Certified Domestic Violence Professionals (ICDVP) and are Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals (CCTP). SHALVA is sensitive to the unique religious and cultural issues many Jewish families face while also addressing the universal needs all abuse survivors must face.
- Website: https://shalvacares.org/
- Phone: 773-583-HOPE (4673)
- Email: hope@shalvacares.org
- SHALVA offers confidential domestic abuse counseling services, supportive services, and community education to the metropolitan Chicago Jewish community in a culturally-sensitive and caring environment. SHALVA's clients receive free and individualized services for as long as needed. SHALVA is an Illinois not-for-profit 501(c)3 and certified by the State of Illinois to provide domestic violence counseling. All SHALVA therapists are Illinois-Certified Domestic Violence Professionals (ICDVP) and are Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals (CCTP). SHALVA is sensitive to the unique religious and cultural issues many Jewish families face while also addressing the universal needs all abuse survivors must face.
- NAMI
Chicago
- NAMI Chicago refers community members to over 700 resources through its free Helpline, open 7 days a week. The below resource page provides an excellent list of various resources and hotlines. While this is not an exhaustive list, you may call 833-626-4244 and NAMI Chicago is available to help you talk through your needs and guide you to other resources specific to your needs. This hotline is staffed with fully trained counselors who are available M-F from 9am-5pm.
- Website: https://www.namichicago.org/
- NAMI Resources: https://www.namichicago.org/resources
- Phone: 312.563.0445
- Email: info@namichicago.org
- NAMI Chicago refers community members to over 700 resources through its free Helpline, open 7 days a week. The below resource page provides an excellent list of various resources and hotlines. While this is not an exhaustive list, you may call 833-626-4244 and NAMI Chicago is available to help you talk through your needs and guide you to other resources specific to your needs. This hotline is staffed with fully trained counselors who are available M-F from 9am-5pm.
- National
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline with fully trained counselors ready to take your call. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
- Website: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
- Phone: 800.273.8255
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline with fully trained counselors ready to take your call. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
- Illinois Call4Calm Text Line
- If you or a loved one is struggling with stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and need emotional support, text TALK to 552020 for English or HABLAR for Spanish. This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People seeking assistance will remain anonymous and will provide only their first name and zip code, which enables the service to link you to a counselor in your area who is knowledgeable about available local resources.
- Phone: Text “TALK” to 5-5-2-0-2-0, or for Spanish, “HABLAR” to 5-5-2-0-2-0
- If you or a loved one is struggling with stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and need emotional support, text TALK to 552020 for English or HABLAR for Spanish. This service is free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. People seeking assistance will remain anonymous and will provide only their first name and zip code, which enables the service to link you to a counselor in your area who is knowledgeable about available local resources.
- Illinois
Warm Line
- The Warm Line is an opportunity in Illinois for anyone age 12 and up to receive support by phone. Wellness Support Specialists are professionals who have experienced recovery in their own lives. They have been trained in recovery support, mentoring, and advocacy and are ready to listen and support you. The Warm Line is not a crisis hotline, but is a source of support as you recover or help a family member to recover. Hours of operation include Monday through Saturday, 8am-8pm.
- Website: https://www.illinoismentalhealthcollaborative.com/
- Phone: 866.359.7953
- The Warm Line is an opportunity in Illinois for anyone age 12 and up to receive support by phone. Wellness Support Specialists are professionals who have experienced recovery in their own lives. They have been trained in recovery support, mentoring, and advocacy and are ready to listen and support you. The Warm Line is not a crisis hotline, but is a source of support as you recover or help a family member to recover. Hours of operation include Monday through Saturday, 8am-8pm.
- CDPF Veterans
- CDPF provides a list of resources if you are a veteran or know a veteran in need of mental health services.
- Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor for free, 24/7 support. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform.
- Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
- Phone: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
- Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor for free, 24/7 support. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform.
- Illinois Lawyers Assistance
Program
- The Lawyers’ Assistance Program is a not-for-profit organization that helps Illinois lawyers, judges, law students, and their families concerned about alcohol abuse, drug dependency, or stress related issues like anxiety, burnout, depression, and many others. Services include individual and group therapy, assessments, education, peer support, and intervention.
- Website: https://illinoislap.org/mental-health-recovery-services/lawyer-depression/
- Phone: 312.726.6607
- The Lawyers’ Assistance Program is a not-for-profit organization that helps Illinois lawyers, judges, law students, and their families concerned about alcohol abuse, drug dependency, or stress related issues like anxiety, burnout, depression, and many others. Services include individual and group therapy, assessments, education, peer support, and intervention.
- Center on Halsted
- Center on Halsted Mental Health Services staff are meant to connect and unite LGBTQ men, women, families, and allies who share similar issues and struggles. The Center provides a variety of services, including support, therapy, and educational groups.
- Website: https://www.centeronhalsted.org/cohoverview.html
- Phone: 773.472.6469
- Website: https://www.centeronhalsted.org/cohoverview.html
- Center on Halsted Mental Health Services staff are meant to connect and unite LGBTQ men, women, families, and allies who share similar issues and struggles. The Center provides a variety of services, including support, therapy, and educational groups.
- Mental Health America of Illinois
- Mental Health America of Illinois (MHAI) has worked to promote mental health, prevent mental illnesses and improve the care and treatment of persons suffering from mental and emotional disorders. MHAI's three main focus areas are to educate, to advocate and to inform.
- Website: https://www.mhai.org/
- MHAI Resources: https://www.mhai.org/get-help
- Phone: 312.368.9070
- Mental Health America of Illinois (MHAI) has worked to promote mental health, prevent mental illnesses and improve the care and treatment of persons suffering from mental and emotional disorders. MHAI's three main focus areas are to educate, to advocate and to inform.
- No Shame on U
- No Shame on U is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to eliminating the stigma associated with mental health conditions and raising awareness in the Jewish community and beyond. Their goal is for the people who need help to seek it, for family members and friends to know how to provide proper support and to save lives. NSOU provides community outreach programs, classes and workshops, a steady online presence, a weekly blog and podcast, and more. Resources on how to recognize and manage depression can be found below.
- Online Therapy
- OnlineTherapy.com is an international online therapy directory connecting people with therapists worldwide. Whether you’re looking for counseling from the comfort of home, or a therapist seeking resources and guidance to take your practice online, they can help. Their addiction resource page found below also helps people better
understand addiction and breaks down how to talk about addiction, assist a
loved one with getting professional help, and offer support throughout the
process, including through recovery.
- Website: https://www.onlinetherapy.com/
- Online Therapy Resources on Addiction: https://www.onlinetherapy.com/addiction-counseling/family-resource/
- OnlineTherapy.com is an international online therapy directory connecting people with therapists worldwide. Whether you’re looking for counseling from the comfort of home, or a therapist seeking resources and guidance to take your practice online, they can help. Their addiction resource page found below also helps people better
understand addiction and breaks down how to talk about addiction, assist a
loved one with getting professional help, and offer support throughout the
process, including through recovery.
- SAFE Project
- SAFE Project is a national nonprofit working through a collaborative, multi-pronged and non-partisan approach to end the nation's catastrophic addiction epidemic. SAFE Project works to bring solutions and safety to communities, campuses, workplaces, and active-duty service members, veterans, and their families through a myriad of approaches, including meaningful programs.
- Website: https://www.safeproject.us/
- SAFE Project Resource Pages:
- Resources for Diverse Populations: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/resources-for-diverse-populations/
- No Shame Mental Health Resources:https://www.safeproject.us/noshame-mental-health-addiction/awareness/
- Addiction, Mental Health, and Related Resources for Families: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/resources-for-families/
- Addiction and Mental Health Resources for the Black Community: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/black-community/
- Addiction and Mental Health Resources for Women: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/women/
- Addiction and Mental Health Resources for Workplaces:https://www.safeproject.us/resource/workplaces/
- Listen Up! Podcasts on Addiction, Treatment, and Recovery: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/listen-up-podcasts/
- Facts on Anxiety in Mental Health: https://www.safeproject.us/resource/anxiety-in-mental-health/
- SAFE Project is a national nonprofit working through a collaborative, multi-pronged and non-partisan approach to end the nation's catastrophic addiction epidemic. SAFE Project works to bring solutions and safety to communities, campuses, workplaces, and active-duty service members, veterans, and their families through a myriad of approaches, including meaningful programs.
