Youth, Parent & Family Support

Mercer Island Organizations & Programs

Parenting Resources

Mental Health Resources

  • Need Support Now? Call or Text 988

  • Crisis Clinic – 24/7 Helpline

  • Teen Link – Answered by teens 6pm – 10pm

    • 1-866-833-6546

    • https://www.teenlink.org/

    • You’re not alone. There is someone that’s willing to listen to you without judgment. Teen Link is a program of Crisis Connections that serves youth in Washington State. Teen volunteers are trained to listen to your concerns and talk with you about whatever’s on your mind – bullying, drug and alcohol concerns, relationships, stress, depression or any other issues you’re facing. No issue is too big or too small! Calls and chats are confidential.

  • Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator Website

    • https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

    • A confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems.

  • Crisis Text Line

  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

    • https://www.nami.org/Home

    • NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7)

    • 1-800-273-TALK

    • https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

    • We can all help prevent suicide. The 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.

  • Jed Foundation

    • A nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults, giving them the skills and support they need to thrive today…and tomorrow.

  • Seize the Awkward

    • Be the Friend Who Listens. Starting a conversation about mental health does not need to be uncomfortable, and it can make all the difference.

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

    • Whether you have struggled with suicide yourself or have lost a loved one, know you are not alone.

  • Active Minds

    • Through education, research, advocacy, and a focus on young adults ages 14–25, Active Minds is opening up the conversation about mental health and creating lasting change in the way mental health is talked about, cared for, and valued in the United States.

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

LGBTQA+ Resources

  • Trans Lifeline

    • 1-877-565-8860

    • https://translifeline.org/

    • Trans Lifeline provides trans peer support for our community that’s been divested from police since day one. We’re run by and for trans people. The mission of Trans Lifeline is to connect trans people to the community support and resources we need to survive and thrive.

  • Trevor Project – LGBTQA+

    • 1-866-488-7386

    • https://www.thetrevorproject.org

    • Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13-24. Includes a 24-hour crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline and free, confidential secure instant message servicing and text messaging with a counselor 24/7. In the Trevor Support Center youth can find answers to frequently asked questions, and explore resources related to sexual orientation and gender identity.


BIPOC Resources

  • Asian Counseling and Referral Service

    • https://acrs.org/

    • ACRS promotes social justice and the well-being and empowerment of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and other underserved communities. Services include child and youth development, behavioral health and recovery services.

  • Atlantic Street Center

    • https://atlanticstreetcenter.org/

    • Atlantic Street Center works to help families and communities to raise healthy, successful children and youth through direct services and advocacy for social justice and equity. They provide wrap-around services including education, family support, and behavioral health counseling to low-income minority populations of King and Pierce Counties.

  • El Centro del la Raza

    • https://www.elcentrodelaraza.org/

    • As an organization grounded in the Latino community of Washington State, it is the mission of El Centro de la Raza (The Center for People of All Races) to build the Beloved Community through unifying all racial and economic sectors; to organize, empower, and defend the basic human rights of our most vulnerable and marginalized populations; and to bring critical consciousness, justice, dignity, and equity to all the peoples of the world.

  • Jewish Family Service

    • https://www.jfsseattle.org/

    • JFS helps vulnerable individuals and families in the Puget Sound region achieve well-being, health and stability. Services include counseling and addiction and domestic violence assistance.

Substance Use Prevention, Intervention & Treatment Resources

Other Resources

  • National Eating Disorder Association Hotline

    • 1-800-931-2237

    • https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

    • Contact the NEDA Helpline for support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder. Helpline volunteers are trained to help you find the support and information you need.

  • Domestic Violence Helpline

    • 1-800-827-8840

    • https://www.lifewire.org/metoo/

    • Since 1982, LifeWire has helped thousands of survivors of domestic violence in East and North King County, including immigrants, men, members of the LGBTQ community, and teens. The 24-hour helpline will connect you with an advocate.

  • Homeless Shelter/Safe Place

  • King County Sexual Assault Crisis Line

    • 1-888-998-6423

    • https://www.kcsarc.org/en/

    • Free, confidential support — whenever you’re ready. Whether you have experienced a sexual assault yourself, or want to know more about how to help someone else, this crisis line is available 24/7 with support and information to empower you to take your next steps.

  • Public Health Eastgate Teen Clinic

  • WA Listens

    • Non-clinical support to people experiencing elevated stress due to COVID-19. Call 1-833-681-0211 to be connected to a live support specialist.

 

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