Support and Resources

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

988 provides free, confidential support 24/7 no matter what you’re struggling with. Trained crisis counselors can also connect you to other resources. 988 even has supports for veterans, Spanish speakers, LGBTQI+ youth and young adults, and for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. 

If you or someone you know needs emotional support – we hear you. Call or text 988 or chat online for the direct connection you need now.

Find services and resources to help with mental health and substance use concerns.

• Find a Mental Health Program  - Use the Office of Mental Health’s search tool for mental health programs by county, program, or category.
• Find an Addiction Provider or Program – Use the Office of Addiction Services and Supports search tool to find treatment and prevention programs for substance use, impaired driving, and problem gambling.
• Find a Mental Health Support Group – Use the New York State National Alliance on Mental Illness’ search tool to find mental health support groups for people living with mental illness and for their family and friends.
• Find a Support Group for Mental Health, Drugs, and Alcohol – Find a support group through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Talking with people who have dealt with similar issues can help a lot. There are support groups available for many issues.

Explore resources to assist with meeting basic needs like food, housing, daily health, and stability.

• Call or Visit 211 to Find Services  - 2-1-1 helps people assess their needs and links them directly to the resources that will help. Whether you are looking for essential services or seeking volunteer opportunities, 2-1-1 is there to help.
• Apply for and Access Many NYS Benefits in One Place - myBenefits is an online tool for New York State residents to access online services many different NYS agencies in one place.
• Find NYS Food Pantries  - A list of food pantries throughout New York.
• Find Info on Long Term Services and Supports  - Use NY Connects to find free, unbiased information about long term services and supports in New York State for people of all ages or with any type of disability.

Discover resources designed for unique needs and life challenges.

• Find Services and Support for Victims of Crime  - The Office of Victim Services provides critical services and support treating crime victims and their families with the compassion and dignity they deserve.
• Find Help with Domestic Violence - The Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence works toward the prevention of domestic violence with the goal of enhancing the safety of all New Yorkers in their intimate and family relationships.
• Find Help for Veterans and Their Families – The Department of Veterans' Services advocates on behalf of New York’s Veterans and their families to ensure they receive benefits granted by law.
• Find Help for Older Adults – The Office for the Aging’s home and community-based programs provide older adults with access to a well-planned, coordinated package of in-home and other supportive services designed to support and supplement informal care.