HEARS Line
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
1-888-55HEARS ( 1-888-554-3277 )
https://ocfs.ny.gov/programs/cwcs/hears.php
The HEARS family line assists parents and families by providing resources and referrals to a variety of services. Caring representatives guide families to services including food, clothing, housing, medical and behavioral health care services, parenting education and child care.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Capital Region
P.O. Box 8720, Albany
518-588-6949
https://namicapitalregionny.org/
Call NAMI Helpline - 1-800-950-NAMI(6264)
Text NAMI Helpline - Text Helpline to 62640
Both helplines are available daily from 10AM - 10PM. Please see the website for a full list of resources and support services available.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
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 in the United States.
United Way 2-1-1 Northeast Region
A free service that connects callers to critical health and human services in their community. Find the resources you need! If you’re unable to find a service, please dial 2-1-1 for assistance.