Helpful Organizations, Crisis Lines, and More
This section connects you with trusted resources and supportive services for mental health, substance use, and more, offering a safe space for guidance and assistance.
Crisis services are available for those in need of immediate help: explore options for support with mental health and substance use issues.
National Crisis Lines
- Suicide Prevention Line: Available 24/7: Dial or Text 988, Chat Online
- Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then Press 1
- Crisis Text Line: Free help available 24/7: text HOME to 741741 or AYUDA for help in Spanish.
- The Trevor Project: LGBTQ+ Resource
- Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or text 1-800-985-5990, Español: 1-800-985-5990 presiona “2”
Minnesota Crisis Lines
- Adult Mental Health Crisis Response Phone Numbers (By County)
- Children’s Mental Health Crisis Response Phone Numbers (By County)
- East Metro Crisis Alliance: Serving Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington Counties
- Minnesota Farm & Rural Helpline: Call: 833-600-2670, Text: FARMSTRESS to 898211
Warmlines are phone lines people can call for emotional support when they are not in crisis but need someone to talk to. They are staffed by trained volunteers or peer counselors who provide a listening ear, support, and resources. If you are in crisis and in need of immediate help, dial 988.
Warmlines
- Wellness in the Woods: Peer Support & Warm Line
- Minnesota Warmline – Mental Health Minnesota (mentalhealthmn.org)
- US Warmline Directory
Other Support Lines:
- Never Use Alone: Offer a confidential, judgment-free service where individuals who use drugs alone can call 1-877-696-1996 to have an operator monitor their safety and notify EMS in case of an overdose.
Treatment Options:
- What to Know and How to Find Alcohol Treatment: Information on identifying and accessing alcohol treatment services.
- Treatment Options for Opioid Use Disorder: Overview of available treatments for opioid addiction.
- Medication-Assisted Treatment:
- MN OTPs that Dispense Methadone & other Medication Assisted Treatment: List of opioid treatment programs in Minnesota that provide medication-assisted treatment.
- Find Minnesota Buprenorphine Prescribers: Directory of prescribers authorized to dispense buprenorphine for opioid use disorder.
Video Resources:
- “Pathways to Recovery”, by Dr. John Kelly, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital (video): A video discussing various recovery pathways.
What is MAT?: Explainer video on Medication-Assisted Treatment.
Minnesota Recovery Community Organizations:
- Recovery is Happening: Organization offering recovery support in Minnesota.
- Minnesota Recovery Connection: Peer-led recovery support and advocacy organization.
- WEcovery (Formerly Beyond Brink), Mankato: Recovery support services in Mankato.
- Continuum Care Center, Saint Paul: Recovery services in Saint Paul.
- Twin Cities Recovery Project, Minneapolis: Recovery community organization in Minneapolis.
- Minnesota Association of Sober Homes (MASH): Directory of sober homes in MN
- Doc’s Recovery House: Residential recovery support services.
Support Groups for SUD Recovery:
- Support Groups:
- Narcotics Anonymous: Peer support for individuals recovering from drug addiction.
- Alcoholics Anonymous: Peer support for individuals recovering from alcohol addiction.
- Dual Recovery Anonymous: Support for individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Women for Sobriety: Support groups specifically for women in recovery.
- SMART Recovery: Self-empowering addiction recovery support groups.
- Lion Rock: Online Recovery Meetings: Online meetings for addiction recovery support.
- Support Groups for Family/Friends of Individuals with SUD:
- Nar-Anon: Support groups for family and friends of individuals with addiction.
- Al-Anon: Support for family and friends of individuals with alcohol addiction.
- MinnCoDA|Co-Dependents Anonymous of Minnesota: Support for individuals affected by someone else’s addiction.
Recovery Schools:
- Minnesota Recovery Schools (High Schools): High school programs focused on supporting students in recovery.
- Minnesota Recovery College/University programs:
- Association of Recovery in Higher Education: Organization supporting collegiate recovery programs.
- St. Cloud State
- Augsburg University – StepUP Program
- Minneapolis Community Technical College (MCTC)
Harm Reduction Resources:
- Steve Rummler Hope Network, St. Paul: Harm reduction and overdose prevention services.
- Southside Harm Reduction, Minneapolis: Minneapolis-based harm reduction organization.
- Harm Reduction Sisters, Duluth: Harm reduction services in Duluth.
General Resources:
- Minnesota Department of Human Services – Getting Help Resources: State-provided resources for finding help with substance use disorders.
- Minnesota Department of Human Services Licensing Information Lookup: Comprehensive directory of licensed providers and programs for substance use treatment in Minnesota.
Mental Health Advocacy Groups:
- NAMI-MN (National Alliance on Mental Illness: Minnesota Chapter): Provides advocacy, education, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
- Mental Health Association of Minnesota: Advocates for individuals with mental health issues.
- Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE): Focuses on suicide prevention and education.
Support Groups:
- All NAMI Minnesota Support Groups – NAMI Minnesota (namimn.org): Offers various support groups for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
- Postpartum Support International: Provides support for individuals experiencing postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders.
- MNeurodivergent: Support group for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
Mental Health Resources for Children and Families:
- General Resources:
- Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH): Focuses on promoting positive mental health for all infants, children, and adolescents.
- Child Mind Institute: Dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders.
- National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health (NFFCMH): A family-run organization that focuses on the issues of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs.
- Special Education and Developmental Support:
- Children and Youth with Special Health Needs (CYSHN): Provides resources and support for children and youth with special health needs.
- Special Education Programs: Offers programs and services to support children with special educational needs.
- Help Me Grow: A program that provides resources and support for families with young children experiencing developmental delays.
- Family and Local Support:
- National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Provides free, 24/7 support for new and expecting parents struggling with mental health.
- PACT for Families: Collaborative that provides family services and supports children’s mental health.
- AspireMN: A state association advocating for children, youth, and families’ mental health and well-being.
- MN Head Start Center Locator: Provides information on locating Head Start centers in Minnesota, which offer comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services.
- Help Me Connect: Minnesota platform that links families with young children and expectant parents to local services supporting healthy child development and family well-being.
Disability and Special Needs Advocacy:
- ARC Minnesota: Advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC): Provides legal services to individuals with disabilities.
- PACER (Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights) Center: Supports families with children with disabilities through advocacy and education.
- Minnesota Office of Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities: Advocates for individuals with mental health and developmental disabilities.
Mental Health and Community Support Programs:
- Individual Placement and Support (IPS) / Minnesota Department of Human Services (mn.gov): A program that supports individuals with mental illness in gaining and maintaining competitive employment.
- Adult Assertive Community Treatment / Minnesota Department of Human Services (mn.gov): Provides intensive community-based treatment and support for adults with severe mental illnesses.
General Resources:
- DHS License Lookup: Provides information on licensed mental health providers.
- Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid: Provides legal services to low-income individuals and families.
Asian Communities:
- Project Tshav Ntuj: A Hmong organization dedicated to suicide prevention and mental health promotion.
- Hmong American Partnership: Provides comprehensive resources and services for the Hmong community, including mental health support.
- Hmong 18 Council, Inc.: Offers culturally-based mediation and support services to the Hmong community.
- Karen Organization of MN- MH Resources: Provides mental health resources for the Karen community in Minnesota.
- Karen Organization of MN Chemical Dependency Program: Offers chemical dependency services tailored to the Karen community.
- Vietnamese Social Services of Minnesota: Provides culturally sensitive services and support for the Vietnamese community in Minnesota.
Latino/Hispanic Communities:
- CLUES: Therapy & Psychiatry Services: Provides mental health services and assessments tailored for the Latino community.
- Hispanic Outreach of Goodhue County: Assists Hispanic individuals with integration into the community, focusing on housing, safety, and transportation.
Somali Community:
- Somali Community Resettlement Services: Provides a variety of services, including mental health and substance use disorder referrals, job placement, and ESL for the Somali community.
- Minnesota Somali Community Center: Offers tutoring, workforce development, addiction support, and advocacy for the Somali community.
American Indian Communities:
- Traditional Healing For Native Communities (mn.gov): Promotes traditional healing practices for Native American communities.
- Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center: Empowers American Indian women and families while advocating for justice and equality.
General Cultural Support:
- Cultural and Ethnic Minority Infrastructure Providers (mn.gov): Provides support and resources for cultural and ethnic minority communities in Minnesota.
- Millati Islami World Services: A fellowship focused on recovery from addiction within the Islamic community.
- Change Inc.: Addresses systemic poverty and racism affecting Twin Cities families, offering support to underserved communities.
- The Center for Victims of Torture: Provides rehabilitation and healing services to survivors of torture from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Housing Resources:
- Housing Benefits 101: Offers information and resources related to housing benefits in Minnesota.
- Minneapolis Public Housing Authority: Manages public housing and provides housing assistance programs in Minneapolis.
- Minnesota Housing Finance Agency: Homelessness Prevention and Programs: Offers programs aimed at preventing homelessness and providing housing assistance.
- Minnesota Housing Partnership: Works to improve housing conditions and advocate for affordable housing in Minnesota.
- Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness Programs in Minnesota: Provides assistance programs specifically aimed at transitioning individuals from homelessness.
Other Resources:
- Gambling Problems: List of State-approved gambling treatment providers
Substance Use Disorder Information
What is Substance Use Disorder?
A Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a complex condition in which there is uncontrolled use of a substance despite harmful consequences. People with SUD have an intense focus on using a certain substance(s) such as alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drugs, to the point where the person’s ability to function in day-to-day life becomes impaired.
You can learn more about SUD here.
What is Opioid Use Disorder?
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a complex illness characterized by compulsive use of opioid drugs even when the person wants to stop, or when using the drugs negatively affects the person’s physical and emotional well-being.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Substance Use Disorder treatment programs are licensed to provide treatment services to assist and support a person’s efforts to recover from a substance use disorder. Programs assess a client’s needs, develop planned interventions and provide services to address a client’s needs, coordinate services with other providers, and reassess the client on a regular basis. Substance use disorder treatment programs may be licensed as outpatient or residential and may also be licensed to provide the additional services of adolescent treatment, co-occurring mental health disorder treatment, treatment of clients with children, or as an opioid treatment program.
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
An Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) is a program or practitioner engaged in the opioid treatment of an individual that provides dispensing of an opioid agonist treatment medication. This, in conjunction with a comprehensive range of medical and rehabilitative services, is used to alleviate the adverse medical, psychological, or physical effects of an opioid addiction. Opioid treatment programs typically include detoxification treatment, maintenance treatment, comprehensive maintenance treatment, and interim maintenance treatment.
An Office Based Opioid Treatment Program (OBOT) is opioid treatment provided by specially trained primary care physicians in their office/clinic setting. Learn more about OUD and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) here.
Mental Health Information
What is Mental Health?
Mental health includes emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Many factors contribute to mental health, including genes and life experiences.
What is Mental Health Treatment?
Mental health treatment includes various services and methods to help people manage and improve their mental well-being. These treatments aim to reduce symptoms, address root causes, and support individuals in living healthier, more fulfilling lives. There are several forms of mental health treatment, including: psychotherapy, medication, support groups, etc. You can learn more about the different types of mental health treatment here.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, seeking treatment is a crucial step. There are many resources and professionals available to provide support and guide you toward recovery. If you’re ready to start your journey, visit our search page to get started.
What are Mental Health Conditions?
A mental illness is a condition that affects a person’s thinking, feeling, behavior, or mood. These conditions can significantly impact daily life and may also affect one’s ability to connect with others. If you have—or think you might have—a mental illness, it’s important to remember that you are not alone. Mental illnesses are quite common, affecting a significant portion of the population.
Some common types of mental illnesses include anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosis, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.
Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-occurring disorders refer to the simultaneous presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder. This condition is also known as a dual diagnosis. Individuals with co-occurring disorders often require integrated treatment approaches to address both conditions simultaneously and effectively.
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