Looking for Mental Health Help? Explore These Community Resources

2-1-1 WNY: A free phone number connecting residents to health and human services. Available 24/7 by dialing 211 or 888-696-9211. Text 211 by texting your ZIP Code to 898-211, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The website has a special section featuring resources related to the December blizzard.

Crisis Services: Comprehensive crisis center serving the community with a 24-hour crisis hotline (716-834-3131).

Disaster Distress Helpline: Crisis counseling and support for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters; call or text 800-985-5990; for Spanish, press “2.”

Erie County Department of Mental Health: The department website features links to various mental health resources for the community. Call 716-858-8530 for more information.

Erie County Training Collaborative: This monthly training series is for anyone working in the system of care addressing mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Call 716-858-8530 for more information.

JustTellOne.org: Public awareness initiative of Mental Health Advocates of WNY focused on youth who are facing mental health or addiction issues. Call 716-245-6JT1 (6581) or text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer crisis counselor.

Mental Health Advocates of WNY: An agency providing non-clinical services that address the needs of individuals, families, and communities living with mental illness

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Buffalo & Erie County: Non-profit agency supporting, educating, and advocating for families and caregivers of individuals affected by mental illness. Call 716-886-1242.

UB Employee Assistance Program: Free, voluntary, and confidential assistance for UB employees, retirees, and their families. Call 716-645-4461.

In addition to the resources above, Western New Yorkers are also advised to contact their health insurance provider for help and/or consult with their physician.