Mental Health

 

Caregiving can be very stressful. Stress can sneak up onyou. You don't realize just how much everything has gotten to you until one day you explode. We want to help you to recognize the signs of caregiver stress and help you access help before you burn out. You cannot be as effective in your caregiving responsibilities if you, yourself, need help.

 

Find Mental Health Services in Your State

The US Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration provides nationwide information on accessing mental health services. They offer:

 

Want more information on how to handle stress?

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Toll-Free Suicide Prevention Hotline

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) offers a toll-free hotline for people in crisis. Trained counselors are available to assist a caller.

A nationwide team of crisis counseling experts has been set up to be available to help people who may be on the verge of suicide. The network is run by HHS' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and involves more than 110 certified crisis centers.

People who are in emotional distress or suicidal can call at any time from anywhere in the nation to talk to a trained worker who will listen to and assist callers in getting the mental health help they need. People will be provided with immediate access to local resources, referrals and expertise.

 

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Need Help Anytime?

If you or someone you know just can't take it anymore call the
National Crisis Hotline
for a referral to someone to talk to in confidence and privacy.

1-800-273-TALK
or

1-800-273-8255

1-800-799-4889 (TTY)

General contact information:

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Are you an Alzheimer's Caregiver?

Want to talk to someone who understands the demands of dealing with a person with Alzheimer's?

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Need Help Anytime?

1-800-272-3900

Alzheimer's Association National Hotline

 

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Want Help Finding Services?

If you need help finding mental health services, contact your state aging agency or Area Agency on Aging for assistance. Caregiver Specialists and Information & Referral Specialists can also assist you.

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