Health & Well-Being

While our guidance was written to be comprehensive and easy to implement, we understand that unique situations may still make it difficult for individuals to improve their health and well-being on their own. Nothing can replace real and in-person connections to support. 

Remember that you are not alone, and people and resources are available to help address your needs. We urge you to reach out to your organization’s staff for direct assistance.

In the case of an emergency, please consider contacting the following hotlines for assistance and information:

Eldercare Locator

Website: Eldercare.acl.gov

Call or Text: 1-800-677-1116

Email: eldercarelocator@n4a.org

Online Chat: link 

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8AM - 9PM ET

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Website: 988lifeline.org

Call or Text: 988

For Spanish: Text “AYUDA” to 988

For the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press “1”

Available 24/7

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline (Available in Spanish)

Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline OR https://www.samhsa.gov/linea-nacional-ayuda

Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Text: 1-800-487-4889

Available 24/7

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline

Website: nami.org/home

Call: 800-950-6264

Text: “Helpline” to 62640

Email: helpline@nami.org

Hours: Monday - Friday, 10AM - 10PM ET