Rhode Island: Get Support

Get access to resources specific to Rhode Island below. For national resources or specific support in other locations, visit our main Get Support page.

BHLink
BHLink is Rhode Island’s statewide 24/7 behavioral health triage and crisis response center. The program offers immediate support by phone, walk-in, or mobile response and helps individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis connect to appropriate next-step services across the state.

Butler Hospital
Butler Hospital is Rhode Island’s only freestanding psychiatric hospital, offering a full continuum of mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Services include inpatient care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs, with a strong focus on evidence-based treatment and clinical excellence.

Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals
The Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH) leads the state’s behavioral health and developmental disability systems by funding and overseeing community-based services across Rhode Island. The department also provides information on programs, eligibility, and system navigation, helping residents understand how to access publicly supported mental health and substance use services.

Mental Health Association of Rhode Island
The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island (MHARI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving mental health through advocacy, education, research, and public awareness. An affiliate of Mental Health America, MHARI emphasizes prevention, early intervention, and policies that support mental health and well-being across the lifespan.

NAMI Rhode Island
NAMI Rhode Island is a statewide nonprofit organization that provides education, peer support, and advocacy for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families. An affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, local programs include support groups, educational courses, and community outreach focused on reducing stigma and strengthening family and peer support.

Parent Support Network of Rhode Island
The Parent Support Network of Rhode Island is a peer-led organization supporting families and caregivers of children and youth with behavioral health challenges. The organization provides training, advocacy, and peer support grounded in lived experience.