Grief Support Hotline and Helpline
Help is available, do not suffer alone. Reach out to experienced counselors in times of crisis. Please see below a list of available national and some local support services.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline/National Crisis Hotline (800) 273-8255: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline/National Crisis Hotline isn't just for individuals contemplating suicide. A voice prompt will identify the call made to a suicide prevention hotline. However, don't be alarmed. This hotline is there to support anyone experiencing any emotional crisis.
Trained volunteers are available 24/7 to take your call and help you get through the challenges you're facing as a result of your grief. When you call this number, you can expect your call answered electronically.
The hotline gives you the option to speak to someone in either English or Spanish. Once you've made your selection, a trained volunteer responds to your call generally in under two minutes.
SAMHSA (800) 662-4357
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration offers free access to mental health crises intervention services 24/7. Although SAMSHA doesn’t directly provide crisis intervention counseling, they offer year-round mental health crisis support by connecting bereaved individuals to appropriate national hotlines, grief counseling service providers, and other local grief-related services.
Callers don’t need to be insured to receive a referral. SAMHSA’s volunteers will match callers with the appropriate services and local organizations to help those who can’t otherwise afford to pay for these services.
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741-741 in the U.S.
Trained crisis intervention counselors operate this crisis text line 24/7. Anyone who finds themselves in crisis can text this number and receive the help they need via text chat. The service is genuinely unlimited to any problem or emergency, and it aims to help suffering individuals get through their immediate hardship.
Their counselors will talk with you to help you through your time of need, and then they'll connect you with the appropriate support agencies where applicable for follow-up care.
2.1.1 New Jersey
NJ 211 provides live assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our services are free, confidential and multilingual. There are several ways to reach us: By phone (simply dial 2-1-1); via text (send your zip code to 898-211); email (info@nj211.org); or chat online. Whichever method you choose, you will be communicating with a community resource specialist who has been educated about federal, state and local systems created to help people who are struggling. Our specialists have access to a resource database of over 7,600 community programs and services that assist people who need help with life's most basic needs... things like food, utilities, affordable housing, rental assistance, mental and physical health, substance use disorders, child care, senior needs, legal assistance, transportation, disability services and so much more.
https://www.nj211.org/about-211
Hoboken Grace
At Hoboken Grace we strive to meet the needs of our family through community (e.g. groups, serving). When additional care is required, we have specific Care & Support teams to help address unique life circumstances. As we navigate these unprecedented circumstances we are taking additional steps to provide support for our family and community. Explore how you can be part of providing that support and receiving that support below.
https://hobokengrace.com/support-2/
Hoboken Grace Counseling Center
Mental, Emotional & Spiritual Support.
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