Behavioral & Mental Health Resources provide crisis intervention, prevention, and ongoing treatment for individuals and their families. Refer to the following resource manuals for mental health programs in greater Illinois. 

Mental Health in Secondary Transition (Quick Guide - February 2016) 

Additional agencies and contact information: 

Area District Resources

• Glenview/Northbrook Coalition for Youth

• New Trier Township offers a list of social service agencies that serve the New Trier community. 

State Resources

• Illinois Department of Human Services: Mental Health Division

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Illinois

National Resources 

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

• National Institute of Mental Health

• Mental Health America

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

• US Department of Health and Human Services: Mental Health

Crisis Support -- Don’t be afraid to Call 911 or the Local Police

• PADS Crisis Support

• Screening, Assessment and Support Services (SASS) & Family Support Program (FSP)

• Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4) Crisis Line: (773) 769-0205

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255

• Text-A-Tip: A 24/7 anonymous text-communication system for youth needing immediate mental health assistance for themselves or a friend. Text LAKECO and your message to the number (844) 823-5323