HOTLINES
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Phone: 988
- Espanol (oprime 2)
- LGBTQI+ Youth (press 3)
- Website: https://988Lifeline.org/
National Suicide Prevention Hotline (United States)
Provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources. If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the US. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or chat.
- Phone: 800-273-8255 (available 24/7)
Support for deaf people and those with hearing loss: 800-799-4899
- Online chat: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ (available 24/7)
- Website: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Crisis Text Line
C.O.P.E.
- Text: HOME to 741741 (available 24/7)
- Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
Virtual therapy collaborative for anyone 14 years and older who has a mental health
concern. Trained behavioral health specialists will do an assessment. Engages individuals and offers
therapeutic support 24/7 regardless of ability to pay. Call or txt 313-488-HOPE.
The Veterans Crisis Line
This service is available to anyone, even those not registered or enrolled with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Phone: 800-273-8255 and press 1 (available 24/7)
- Text: 838255 (available 24/7)
- Online chat: http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat (available 24/7)
- Website: http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
The Trevor Project
This service provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth via hotline, online chat, texting, and an online support center:
- Phone: 866-488-7386 (available 24/7)
- Text: START to 678678 (available 24/7)
- Online chat: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now/ (available 24/7)
- Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Trans Lifeline
National trans-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives
by responding to the critical needs of the community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and
education. Their peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. The line is available daily from 7 a.m.–1
a.m. PST / 9 a.m.–3 a.m. CST / 10 a.m.–4 a.m. EST. Volunteers may be available during off hours. Call 877-
565-8860 to speak to someone now.
Kevin’s Song
An organization dedicated to generating public awareness about the causes of suicide, its
prevalence in our society and possible preventive measures. They provide resources for suicide, mental
health, healing, survivors of suicide loss groups, and therapists located in Michigan, and across the world,
313-236-7109.
Michigan Association for Suicide Prevention (MASP)
MASP promotes education, training, research and community awareness.
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)
NAMI is a national organization dedicated to improving the lives of
persons living with serious mental illness and their families. Local Lansing Chapter- 517-485-4049.
Includes a list of suicide hotlines and crisis services throughout the State of Michigan as well as
other helpful information on suicide.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline (Substance Abuse)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) national helpline offers confidential treatment referrals in both English and Spanish to people with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or both.
- Phone: 800-662-4357 (available 24/7)
- Support for deaf people and those with hearing loss: 800-487-4889 (available 24/7)
- Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
- Phone: 800-656-4673 (available 24/7)
- Online chat: https://bit.ly/31L6uGM
- Website: https://www.rainn.org/
AGENCY/ORGANIZATION WEBSITES
- Americans with Disabilities Act Home Page
- ARC Homepage
- Brain Injury Association of Michigan
- Brain Injury Association of America
- CARF
- Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau
- Drug Reab USA
- Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service
- National Association of State Head Injury Administrators
- Michigan Brain Injury Providers’ Council
- MI Legal Services
- National Information Rehabilitation Center
- The Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System
- Amputee Resource
- Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Substance Use Disorder Resource
HUMAN TRAFFICKING RESOURCES
If you are a victim of human trafficking or have identified someone you think may need help, please contact the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at
1-888-373-3788, or text 233733
National Resources:
- National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline (1-888-373-7888) – This national, toll-free hotline, is available to answer calls, texts, and chats from anywhere in the country, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, every day of the year.
- www.polarisproject.org
- People who have trouble hearing or speaking should call 711.
- Live chat on Human Trafficking Hotline
- Send an SMS to 233-733
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (1-866-872-4973)
ICE Human Trafficking
SURVIVORS & FAMILY RESOURCES
- College Guide for Students with Physical Disabilities
- Michigan Alliance for Families
- Michigan Resource Guide for Persons with Traumatic Brian Injury and Their Families
- MI SIBS: Provisional supports so siblings can be better advocates with their brothers and sisters with disabilities.
- National Data and Statistical Center Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems National Database:
- Resource Guide for Parents of Students with Disabilities: Understanding ADA, Section 504, IDEA and IEP
- Recovering from Mild Traumatic Brain Injury/Concussion: A Guide for Patients and Their Families
- Recovering from Mild Traumatic Brain Injury/Concussion Summary Fact Sheet
- Traumatic Brain Injury-Related Emergency Department Visits, Hospitalizations, and Deaths
- Important Information about Working with and Caring for Persons with Brain Injury (Arabic version)
- Important Information about Working with and Caring for Persons with Brain Injury (English version)
- Important Information about Working with and Caring for Persons with Brain Injury (Spanish version)
LEGAL RESOURCES
PsyGenics, Inc. does not recommend or endorse attorneys or law firms.
- ABA Commission on Disability Rights
- Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disability Act
- Legal Aid of Western Michigan
- Michigan Legal Help (for those who want to learn how to represent themselves)
- MSU Law School Free Clinic
- National Council on Disability
- National Disability Rights Network
- www.justia.com
- www.detroitflac.com
- Southeastern Michigan Administrative Services Group
- State Bar of Michigan: Legal & Law Related Programs by County (for those who cannot afford lawyers)
- UM Law School: Community Resources
- UM Law School: Veterans Legal Clinic
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
- Headspace
- Coping with the Stress of COVID-19
- Staying Well during COVID-19
- Stress and Coping Tips
- DWIHN’s My Strength App Health and Wellness Support (dwihn.org)
FAMILY/CAREGIVER RESOURCES
- Apps for Anxiety & Stress
- Autism Speaks Employment Tool Kit
- A Parent’s Guide to Autism
- Critical Mental Health Resources for College Students
- Emergency Preparedness
- Guide for Families and Caregivers
- IEP Plan: Information for Parents
- Injury Prevention
- Life Success for Students with Learning Disabilities: A Parent’s Guide
- Life Cycle Changes for Families of Persons with Disabilities
- Job Accommodations Network
- Mental Health and Wellbeing for College Students
- National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
- PACER’s National Parent Center on Transition and Employment
- Postpartum Depression
- Postsecondary Education Programs Network
- Tips to Help Someone Facing a Life-Changing Crisis
- Top 5 Mental Health Problems Facing College Students
- Violence Prevention
- Working with People with Traumatic Brain Injury
MENTAL ILLNESS
- Family and Caregivers to Mentally Ill Family Members
- Resources for Families Coping with Mental Health Disorders
- Guardianship of Mentally Ill Family Members
- Rethinking Guardianship/ Guardianship Alternatives
- NAMI Family Support Group
- Hub for Resources for Parents with Mentally Ill Children
- DWIHN.org
PHYSICAL HANDICAP/DISABILITY
- Taking Care of a Disabled Adult Spouse at Home
- Caregiver Support
- A Family and Caregiver Guide to Home Safety for the Disabled
- Tips and Resources for Caregivers
DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED
- Parent to Parent Support Network
- American Association On Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities- Family Support
- Parent Centers and Resources Hub
MEDICATION TRAINING
- Caregivers Guide to Medications
- Caregiver Rules for Assisting with the Self-Administration of Medications
- Medication Management for People with Disabilities
CHILD/ADOLESCENT RESOURCES
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Affordable Care Act (ACA)
- Access Board
- ADA Technical Assistance Program
- Association for Late-Deafened Adults
- Campaign for Disability Employment
- Disability Advisor
- Employees With Executive Functioning Deficits
- FindSupport.gov
- FindTreatment.gov
- LD Online
- Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center
- National Alliance on Mental Illness
- National Association for the Dually Diagnosed
- National Association of the Deaf (NAD)
- National Council on Disability
- National Federation of the Blind
- National Spinal Cord Injury Association
- National Technical Institute for the Deaf
- Online Disability Museum
- Home Buying for People with Disabilities
- Stigma
BENEFITS
CHOKING AND SUFFOCATION PREVENTION RESOURCES
DROWNING PREVENTION RESOURCES
FALL PREVENTION RESOURCES
FIRE & BURN SAFETY RESOURCES
FOR KIDS:
FOR TEACHERS, PARENTS AND OTHERS:
GENERAL INJURY PREVENTION RESOURCES
GUN SAFETY RESOURCES
MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY RESOURCES
- Bike Safety TipsKids and Cars
- Guide to Car Seat Safety for Families- American Assoc. of Pediatrics
- National Safety Council’s 16 Tips for a Safe School Bus Ride
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA): Motor Vehicle Safety
NATURAL DISASTER INJURY PREVENTION RESOURCES
POISON CONTROL RESOURCES
- POISON HELP 1-800-222-1222
- Poisonous Plants
- The Partnership for a Drugfree America
- CDC Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
- Asbestos and Mesothelioma Center
- Sesame Street Lead Poisoning Video
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-LEAD-FYI (1-800-532-3394). Materials are available in Spanish and English.