A joint project of the City of Philadelphia and Independence Blue Cross, #mindPHL shares information about free mental health resources and programs.
December
Support Through the Holiday Season
While bringing joy for some, the holiday season can be challenging. The social, financial and time pressures can make it a stressful time of year and have a negative effect on mental health. For those who struggle with mental health issues, the holidays can worsen grief or feelings of isolation from friends and family. During the holiday season, it is important to maintain healthy habits and set realistic expectations. Find resources and support this season at Healthy Minds Philly. If you are in need of immediate mental health support, call the Philadelphia Crisis Line at 988 or 215-685-6440 for emergency help.
Dec. 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a day celebrated every year to promote the rights and well-being of persons with mental or physical disabilities. In the United States, one in four adults have a disability of some kind and adults with disabilities are five times more likely to report mental distress. Visit the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for additional resources.
Caregiver Support
If you’re caring for a loved one over the holidays, you’re not alone. Almost one-quarter of Americans are caregivers and the job can be physically and emotionally draining, even as it is meaningful. Know a caregiver? Give them the gift of a break this holiday. In the meantime, local support including caregiver training is available at The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging.
Get Help Now
For a mental health emergency:
Contact the Crisis Hotline 24/7
215-685-6440
Any type of crisis:
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Crisis Text Line
Suicide prevention:
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call 988 or 215-685-6440
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Immediate opioid treatment support:
NET Access Point
844-533-8200 or 215-408-4987
Net Community Care
Information and Support
Free, 24/7 online behavioral health screening and tools for emotional wellbeing:
healthymindsphilly.org
Mental health and addiction services:
Community Behavioral Health Hotline
888-545-2600
Help for mothers with new babies:
Postpartum Support Helpline
1-800-944-4773
Intellectual disability services:
Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS)
215-685-5900
Speak with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) about a non-emergency situation:
Philadelphia Warm-line
267-687-4381 (Select Option 1)
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Community-based resources for those struggling due to COVID-19:
COVID-19 Support & Referral Helpline
855-284-2494
TTY available: 724-631-5600
Counseling and help with the mental or emotional effects of COVID-19:
Disaster Distress Hotline
1-800-985-5990
Text “TalkWithUs” to 66746
Speak with a Certified Peer Specialist about a non-emergency situation:
Philadelphia Warm-line
4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday
855-507-9276
Counseling services for School District of Philadelphia students, parents, and guardians:
Philly HopeLine
12-9 M-F and 12-4 weekends and holidays (or leave a message at any time for a call back)
(call or text) 1-833-PHL-HOPE (1-833-745-4673)
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