• What is Behavioral Health?

    Behavioral health (or mental health) refers to how a person thinks, feels, and copes with everyday life. It includes emotional well-being, stress, relationships, and how people respond to changes, loss, illness, or aging. Behavioral health is shaped by life experiences, culture, physical health, and social connections, and it can change over time. Everyone has behavioral health, and support can help people feel more balanced, connected, and able to live the life they choose at any age.

  • 988- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24 hour)

    If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed, experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988. No matter the situation, a trained Crisis Worker will listen, offer support, and help you navigate what comes next.

    When you call 988, you’ll be greeted with options to connect with the Veterans Crisis Line or the Spanish-language Crisis Line. If you have an Illinois area code and don’t choose one of these options, your call will be directed to a caring professional at an Illinois Lifeline Call Center.

    Visit the 988 Hot Line Illinois website for more information.

  • NAMI Illinois

    NAMI Illinois is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with mental health disorders and their families through support, education, and advocacy. Here is a printable list of additional resources compiled by NAMI Illinois.

  • Illinois Warm Line

    If you or someone you know has mental health and/or substance use challenges and would like to receive support by phone, call the Illinois Warm Line at 866-359-7953. Wellness Support Specialists are professionals who have experienced mental health and/or substance use recovery in their own lives. They are trained in recovery support, mentoring, and advocacy and are ready to listen and support you. The Warm Line is not a crisis hotline but is a source of support as you recover or help a family member to recover.

    • Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. except holidays

  • Illinois Helpline for Opioids & Other Substances

    If you or someone you know is suffering from an opioid use disorder or other substance use disorders, call the Illinois Helpline for Opioids and Other Substances at 1-833-2FINDHELP (833-234-6343) to speak with a trained professional for support and advice or to be directed to customized resources or visit their Illinois Helpline website.

  • Illinois Department of Human Services:

    Find support, local providers, and other services near you

  • Local Behavioral Health Service Referrals

    Contact your local Aging & Disability Resource Network (ADRN) Partner for local behavioral health services referrals.

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