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Resources for Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know is going through mental health distress and need crisis support…
Call 988 and you will be directed to your nearest Lifeline Crisis Center
Anxiety
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
ADAA is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders through the alignment of science, treatment, and education.
A guide to understanding anxiety and the best ways to approach treatment. HelpGuide.org is an independent nonprofit that runs one of the world’s leading mental health websites.
Depression
HelpGuide.org — A Teenager’s Guide to Depression
A guide for all teenagers who want to better understand depression and how to seek help. HelpGuide.org is an independent nonprofit that runs one of the world’s leading mental health websites.
What you need to know about depression provided by Nemour’s guide for teenagers.
Disordered Eating Help
National Eating Disorders Association
Contact the NEDA Helpline for support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder.
Located in Fort Wayne, Farrington Specialty Centers is passionately devoted to the treatment of eating disorders, compulsive exercise, and body image concerns.
Suicide & Self-Harm
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
SAVE focuses its efforts and resources on six main program areas: Public Awareness, Education, Training and Consulting, Grief Support, Products & Resources, and Research and Innovation.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The 988 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.
Befrienders Worldwide — Volunteer Action to Prevent Suicide
LGBTQ and QTPOC wellness groups that has resources for mental health support and opportunities to get involved.
A peer-based support group for those that have lost loved ones to suicide. We meet monthly in Fort Wayne, and there are no costs to attend. All discussions are confidential.
Resources that have been compiled by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction are designed to help Hoosiers stay connected and maintain their well-being.
Through the Lutheran Foundation, Look Up Indiana provides many faith and mental health resources.
Substance Use/Abuse
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation and to improve the lives of individuals living with mental and substance use disorders, and their families.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
From the lead federal agency supporting scientific research on drug use and addiction, they offer research topics, training, and clinical services for addictions.
15 rehab centers located in Indiana, as well as substance abuse resources in your local area.
An AAPI resource for those who are navigating substance abuse disorders and in search of mental health resources.
Support for the LGBTQ Community
Free, confidential, and anonymous phone service run by trans/nonbinary operators for trans and questioning peers. The hotline is open 24/7 with operators guaranteed to be on call between 7 am-2 am Pacific / 10 am-5 am Eastern. Trans LifeLine will not call 911, emergency services, or law enforcement for active rescue without a caller’s consent.
24/7 free crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ young people under 25.
Various links to resources for the LGBTQ community who live in Fort Wayne. Resources include support groups, information on Fort Wayne Pride, and a central resource center.
Trauma
24/7 free and confidential support for people experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
24/7 free and confidential support around sexual harassment, abuse, and assault.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 free and confidential support around domestic, intimate partner, and dating violence.
24/7 free and confidential support for teens, young adults, and their loved ones.
Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
24/7 free hotline where you can report abuse or neglect anonymously.
A local Fort Wayne resource that provides case management services for people in the sex work community to receive housing vouchers, health insurance, health services, mental health resources, emergency housing, financial management, SNAP benefits, and much more.
An article listing the signs of human trafficking.
An article detailing the emotional trauma that can come from car accidents, leading to post-traumatic stress disorder.
