Resources for Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know is going through mental health distress and need crisis support…
Call or Text 494949, 741741 or 988 and you will be directed to your nearest Lifeline Crisis Center
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An evidence-based, international model of suicide prevention.
This gatekeeper training takes about 1.5/2 hours. The minimum number of attendees is 5. Maximum is 25.
Attendees will learn:
How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be suicidal
How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide
The common causes of suicidal behavior
The warning signs of suicide
How to get help for someone in crisis
This training is done with our Director of Programming, Jennifer Barnes who is a QPR Master Trainer. You can use the mater trainer badge here or put it under my profile on our page.... It just has to be used next to my name in some way.
Contact Jennifer Barnes about QPR.
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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.
Resources for parents/caregivers/teens/families to support overall mental health for a stronger family.
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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.
National Alliance on Mental Illness, Fort Wayne Chapter. Support groups, education, and support of various kinds.
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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 who have lost loved ones to suicide. We meet monthly in Fort Wayne, and attending is free. All discussions are confidential.
Teen Suicide Loss Group Grounded Hope
Erin’s House Center for Grieving Children
Grief resources for children and teens for any kind of death.
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.
Stop Suicide Northeast Indiana
Localized resources for Northeast Indiana counties. Resources for prevention, intervention, and postvention/after a suicide loss.
Through the Lutheran Foundation, Look Up Indiana provides many faith and mental health resources.
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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.
We provide a protective, faith-based environment that transforms the lives of women who have experienced domestic and sexual violence.
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.
An access center for community resources and support of all kinds, from food and housing help to counseling.
Programs address norms and barriers that could cause anyone to find themselves in situations of violence, trauma, or addiction.
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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.
This National organization provides education, advocacy, curriculum, and student-led groups.
Friends of Dorothy Noble County
We are a member-based LGBTQ advocacy and philanthropy association fighting for queer acceptance and inclusion in and around Noble County, Indiana.
Internet/social media safety
We believe that every young person in Canada (this is for international users as well) deserves access to light-hearted, age-appropriate learning to keep themselves and others safe from exploitation.
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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.
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Allen County Drug & Alcohol Consortium
DAC has a purpose is to provide an effective network to collaboratively prevent substance abuse, primarily by youth, and to reduce the negative impact of alcohol and other drugs in the Allen County community.
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.
project.ME seeks to strengthen support systems through outreach, coaching & advocacy-aiding in the connection to recovery & harm reduction support services and tools while decreasing barriers for sustained life & recovery.
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The Journey reaches out, with unconditional love, to young adults aged 14-26, assisting their transition from unstable, sometimes traumatic, childhoods to self-sustaining adulthoods. Teaching them with a combination of individualized support, immersive experiences, and hands-on classes; and guides them in forming healthy relationships, accessing resources, and discovering new possibilities for their futures.
“Compassion & play therapy” LCSW
We provide a protective, faith-based environment that transforms the lives of women who have experienced domestic and sexual violence.
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Erin’s House (For Grieving Children)
Erin's House provides support for children, teens, and their families who have experienced a death.
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.
To strengthen relationships between young and at risk mothers with the community to build and set each member up for success
Maple Heights Behavioral Health
The mission of Maple Heights Behavioral Health is to provide outstanding patient care for those who have behavioral health conditions and substance use concerns. We are committed to providing an empathetic and supportive environment for our patients and their families.
Unity Performing Arts Foundation
UPAF is a multi-faceted performing arts organization with a focus on empowering and developing young people in the areas of artistry, character, and leadership. UNITY also focuses on promoting the soulful arts forms through education, training, and entertainment in the areas of choral music, dance, drama, creative writing, oratory, and instrumental music.
To improve mental health by increasing resiliency, confidence and empathy to build strong healthy communities while connecting the brain and heart through movement, mentoring and team-building.
We equip leaders and their teams to embrace a pace and passion for work and rest that is life-giving, transformative and sustainable – creating communities where people Run with Passion and Rest on Purpose.
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by inspiring positive change and empowering them to achieve what they never dreamed possible. And the best part is, it’s a lot of fun.
