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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
A free, confidential nationwide service that provides one-on-one emotional support, mental health information and resources needed to tackle tough challenges that you, your family or friends are facing.
Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Text: Text “NAMI” to 62640
Email: helpline@nami.org
Monday–Friday, 10am–10pm ET
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Stress. Burnout. Substance use. Feeling off but not sure what to do next.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline helps you figure it out and find real support near you.
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 1-800-487-4889
Text: Text your ZIP code to 435748 (HELP4U)
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Free. Confidential. English & Spanish
The Trevor Project
Figuring out who you are. Dealing with stress. Feeling isolated.
If you’re LGBTQ+ and things feel overwhelming…
The Trevor Project is here to listen, anytime, day or night.
Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: Text “START” to 678-678
Chat online: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Free. Confidential.
988 LIFELINE Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
At 988 we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.
Call or text: 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
Chat: 988lifeline.org
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Free. Confidential. Real people who care.
Crisis Text Line
Sometimes talking out loud feels like too much.
Crisis Text Line lets you text with a real person—anytime.
Text: HOME to 741741
Spanish: Text HOLA to 741741
Or chat online: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Free. Confidential.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
O*NET Online
Not sure what a job is really like?
What it pays? What skills you need?
O*NET OnLine helps you figure it out before you commit.
Go to: https://www.onetonline.org/
Search a job (example: “automotive technician”)
Click into a career to explore details
Career One Stop
CareerOneStop is a free website from the U.S. Department of Labor that helps you explore careers, find training, and get hired.
Go to: https://www.careeronestop.org/
Start with:
“Explore Careers”
“Find Training”
“Job Search”
Think of it as your career dashboard all in one place
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
YMCA Food Programs
Free meals and snacks for kids and teens
Food support for families through local events or distributions
- Find your local YMCA
- Check for meal programs or food distribution events
- Show up – many programs are free and open to the community
Some locations even offer weekly meal pickups or mobile food markets that bring food closer to where you are.
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Get connected to real food options near you – fast.
- Call: 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479)
- Text: 914-342-7744 (English or Spanish)
- Available Monday-Friday, 8am-8pm ET
Free. Confidential. No judgment.
Feeding America
A nationwide network of food banks, pantries, and meal programs working to make sure people have enough to eat.
- Go here: https://www.feedingamerica.org/need-help-find-food
- Enter your ZIP code
- Get a list of food banks, pantries, and meal sites near you
Local food banks can help you find food the same day if needed
Ride United
Ride United is a program from United Way that provides free or discounted rides to essential services by working with the 211 network and partners like Lyft.
Call 211 and ask for help. A specialist checks local options. If needed, they schedule a ride for you
In many cases, you’ll get a free or discounted ride through Lyft to where you need to go.
Scoop Commute
Scoop helps you carpool with people going the same way, so you can get there easier and cheaper.
Download the Scoop app
Set your route and schedule
Get matched with a driver or rider nearby
The app uses smart matching to find the best route and people for your commute
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
YMCA-Childcare
Supports child care by providing safe, reliable places for kids while parents work or go to school.
- Visit: https://www.ymca.org/what-we-do/youth-development/child-care
- Find a YMCA near you
- Explore programs based on your child’s age and your schedule
Many locations offer financial assistance
Childcare Aware of America
Helping you find safe, reliable child care, right where you are.
- Enter your ZIP code
- Get connected to a local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency
- Or call: 1-800-424-2246
HeadStart
A free program that helps young children (birth to age 5) get ready for school while supporting their families.
- Click “Find a Program” or “How to Apply”
- Connect with a local Head Start provider near you
You’ll talk to real people who help you figure out eligibility and next step
Bureau of Automotive Repair
If you’re serious about working in automotive,
There’s one thing that matters: Knowing the standards and getting certified.
BAR Training helps you build the skills and credentials needed to work, grow, and stay licensed in the industry.
Visit: https://www.bar.ca.gov/training
Find a BAR-certified training provider near you
Choose the path based on your experience level
BAR-approved schools and instructors deliver the training, ensuring it meets real industry standards.
Transition Overwatch
Transition Overwatch is a career training and apprenticeship program designed to help people transition into high-demand careers, especially from military to civilian life.
Explore programs here:
https://transitionoverwatch.com/programs/
Our programs are designed to help you shift careers with confidence, earn while you learn, and build something that lasts.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Counseling
Struggling with rent? Worried about losing your place? Trying to figure out how to afford housing?
HUD Housing Counseling connects you with trained experts who help you make a plan at little or no cost.
Call: 800-569-4287
Or visit: https://www.hud.gov/stat/sfh/housing-counseling
You’ll be connected to a HUD-approved housing counseling agency near you.
One Call. Real Help: Dial 211
Life throws curveballs. Bills pile up. Transportation falls through. Food gets tight. When you don’t know where to turn…
Start with 211.
211 connects you to local support services near you, including:
Food & meal programs, Housing & rent assistance Transportation help, Job & training resources, Mental health support, Child care services.
It’s like a real person search engine for help – but local, fast, and free.
How to Use It
Call: 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.211.org/
You’ll talk to a real person who:
Listens to what you need. Finds resources near you. Helps you take the next step
Don’t guess. Don’t stress. Dial 211 and get connected.