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Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation
The Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation is a research, training, and service organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons who have psychiatric disabilities. This program does not diagnose, prescribe medications, or provide therapies. Instead, it provides comprehensive services and programs that teach people critical skills and assist them to gather essential supports that promote thriving and success in their valued roles as students, workers, and citizens.
Cole Resource Center
The Cole Resource Center partners with individuals and family members on their mental health journeys. Staff have experience in facing mental health conditions and navigating the pathway to healthy and productive living. Services include custom referrals to mental health resources, support groups, and the workforce development program. The workforce program addresses challenges faced by job hunters in recovery and provides job coaching for those seeking to return to employment after a mental health interruption. All services are free.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) connects individuals directly to clinical help, when and where they need it. Even if you’re not sure what kind of help or treatment you may need, the BHHL can help guide you. It’s free, confidential, and no health insurance is required. Call or text 833.733.2445.
Massachusetts SAVE Program
The Statewide Advocacy for Veterans™ Empowerment (SAVE) program assists veterans in need of referral services and seeks to prevent suicide and advocate on behalf of Massachusetts’ veterans. SAVE acts as a liaison between veterans (and their families) and the various agencies within the federal and state governments. A team of SAVE outreach coordinators focus on community advocacy, suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and referrals to respond to the needs of veterans and their families.
Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline
The Massachusetts Substance Abuse Helpline provides free and anonymous information and referral for alcohol and other drug misuse problems and related concerns. The helpline is committed to linking consumers with comprehensive, accurate, and current information about treatment and prevention services throughout Massachusetts.
NAMI Massachusetts
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (NAMI Massachusetts) is a nonprofit grassroots organization. Founded in 1982, they seek to improve the quality of life for people living with mental health conditions, their families, and their caregivers.
Parent/Professional Advocacy League
Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL) is a Massachusetts-based grassroots family organization that advocates for improved access to mental health services for children, youth, and their families. PPAL’s goals are to support families, nurture parent leaders, and work for systems change. PPAL is the only Massachusetts organization whose work focuses solely on the interests of families whose children have mental health needs. Founded in 1991, PPAL continues to work on behalf of children, youth, and families as a critical voice shaping policy and practice.
Samaritans: 24-Hour Crisis HelpLine
The Samaritans is a non-denominational, not-for-profit volunteer organization dedicated to reducing the incidence of suicide by befriending individuals in crisis and educating the community about effective prevention strategies. As part of the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, the Samaritans provide free and confidential 24-hour support. Call or text 988, available 24/7. They also offer Hey Sam, a peer-to-peer texting service for people up to 24 years old. Text 439-726, available 9am-12am (midnight) ET.
Vet Centers
This program provides readjustment counseling, outreach, and referral services to veterans and their families in a relaxed, community-based setting. Vet Centers also provide counseling for military sexual trauma and bereavement counseling to parents, siblings, and spouses of service members who die in service. Many Vet Center staff members are combat veterans themselves. Almost all combat veterans are eligible for Vet Center services. There are Vet Centers located in Massachusetts in Boston, Brockton, Hyannis, Lowell, New Bedford, Springfield, and Worcester. There are also Vet Centers located throughout New England that Massachusetts veterans can access.