Mental Health Resources

If you or someone you love is in need of emotional support, please consider using one of the resources listed below.

If you have safety concerns about a CPS student outside of school hours (evenings, weekends, holidays), you can call the CPS Student Safety Hotline at 773-553-3335 (available 24/7).

*In case of emergency, always call 9-1-1 or go to your nearest emergency room*

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Click here for their online chat hotline

Call 800-273-8255

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. 

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

Click here for their online chat hotline

Whether you’re looking for support, information, advice, or a referral, our trained support specialists are ready to help. 

Call 800-656-4673

Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline to talk to a trained staff member from your local sexual assault service provider. 

NAMI Chicago Helpline 

Call 833-262-4244 (7 days a week, but not 24 hours)

Staffed by clinicians and peers who can guide you through types of treatment, lend a compassionate ear, connect you to legal and housing support, and can also provide resources for mental health professionals and clinicians. We are there for family members, individuals, friends, and communities in need of mental health support.