Resources
24 Hour Emergency Psychiatric Services
Available in each county 24-hours a day, seven-days a week to individuals in emotional crisis who require immediate attention. An individual may be seen without an appointment, or be brought to the screening center by a parent, friend, spouse, law enforcement official, mental health worker, or any other concerned individual.
Saint Clare’s Hospital, Pocono Road, Denville, NJ 07834. Psychiatric Emergency Services
(973) 625-0280
Chilton Memorial Hospital, 97 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. Crisis Intervention Services
(973) 831-5078
Morristown Memorial Hospital/Atlantic Behavioral Health, 100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07962. Crisis Intervention Services
(973) 540-0100
When a child is facing challenges to their functioning and well-being, finding the right services and support can be overwhelming. Performcare can help you access the right services for your child, when facing challenges such as:
Behavioral/Mental health. Find help for a child or adolescent who has behavioral, mental health, or emotional challenges.
Intellectual and developmental disability . Find services for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including eligibility and application materials.
Substance use. Find information about substance use treatment services and resources for eligible youth.
Call: 1-877-652-7624
The New Jersey Division of Children and Families funds a statewide network of Family Success Centers as “one-stop” shops in each county that provide wrap-around resources and supports for families before they find themselves in crisis.
Excellence Family Success Center
73 Basset Highway
Dover, NJ 07801
973-620-9711
Director: Carlos Caprioli
ccaprioli@partnershipmch.org
Help Hotlines
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — 988
New Jersey Hopeline — 1-855-654-6735
2NDFLOOR — New Jersey’s youth helpline – 1-888-222-2222
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) — 1-800-950-6264
Resources by Topic
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD) — 1-800-233-4050
CHADD is a national nonprofit, tax-exempt Section 501(c) (3) organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Bullying
Managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, stopbullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on the definitions of bullying and cyberbullying, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying.
New Jersey Department of Education – Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying (HIB)
This page provides information and resources to aid schools in the establishment of HIB policies, the adoption of HIB program strategies, the implementation of proactive responses to HIB and the adoption of effective HIB reporting procedures.
NJ Coalition for Bullying Awareness Prevention – 1-908-522-2581
Garden State Equality Anti-Bullying Hotline – 1-877-652-8559 (1-877-NJ-BULLY)
Depression
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) - 1-888-829-2483
The mission of DBSA is to improve the lives of people living with a mood disorder, and their loved ones. DBSA is affiliated with mood-disorder self-help support groups throughout New Jersey.
National Alliance for Grieving Children – 1-866-432-1542
The National Alliance for Grieving Children lists grief support service providers who serve children, teens and their families.
Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) - 1-800-931-2237
In the United States, 20 million women and 10 million men suffer from a clinically significant eating disorder at some time in their life, including Anorexia Nervosa (AN), Bulimia Nervosa (BN), Binge Eating Disorder (BED), or an Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED). NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care.
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)
The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, Inc. (ANAD) is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization working in the areas of support, awareness, advocacy, referral, education, and prevention. ANAD is the oldest organization aimed at fighting eating disorders in the United States. ANAD assists people struggling with eating disorders and provides resources for families, schools and the eating disorder community.
Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center
Edreferral.com is a directory service for assistance and information regarding treatment of Anorexia, bulimia & related disorders.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
The mission of the International OCD Foundation is to help everyone affected by obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders to live full and productive lives. Their aim is to increase access to effective treatment, end the stigma associated with mental health issues, and foster a community for those affected by OCD and the professionals who treat them.
OCDNJ is a nonprofit organization sanctioned by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). They are committed to the IOCDF goals of educating the community about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), offering support to sufferers and their families, and supporting research.
Members include mental health professionals as well as OCD sufferers, their families, and friends. OCDNJ has a Board of Directors and a Scientific Advisory Board.
LGBTQI
PROUD Family Health (Somerset County)
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset is the first hospital in New Jersey to offer specialized primary care services for the LGBTQIA community at PROUD Family Health. Committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where you can get the medical care you need at all stages of your life.
Gay and Lesbian Political Action and Support Group
Offers individuals in isolated areas to be politically active and establish support groups.
Resources for LGBT youth, including helpline numbers, housing information, legal resources, physical health agencies, and more. 732-828-6772
Health services and group support resources for people ages 13 to 26. They developed two support groups called “First & Third” and “PFLAG” for LGBTQ youth and their loved ones.
Counseling and crisis management, health and wellness programming, academic enrichment, job readiness, and arts and cultural programming.
The Pride Center of New Jersey
Offers numerous social, supportive, educational, entertaining, and fun events and groups for the LGBTQI community.
Dedicated to bringing same-sex marriage equality to New Jersey. It is the organizer of campaigns, primarily to get the legislature to pass a marriage equality bill and to accumulate enough votes in the legislature to override a gubernatorial veto.
Lists events throughout New Jersey to connect the LGBTQ community. Online directory of New Jersey businesses and a support group calendar organized by issues and geographic locations.
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
National non-profit organization located in Washington, DC. The non-profit group provides support for health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, their families and friends. Online information, events, programs, scholarships, and advocacy opportunities.
The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
Ensures school students are treated with respect without regard to sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression. Strives to create school settings that value differences for a powerful and diverse community.
National alliance of state-based lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender advocacy organizations.
Advocates for LGBT Americans, mobilizes grassroots action, and educates the public about LGBT issues.
Membership organization dedicated to prevention and treatment of alcoholism, substance abuse, and other addictions in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer communities.