Mental Health "Warmline" for Someone to Talk to!

Yesterday DHS Secretary Theresa Miller announced the support and referral warmline during her weekly update.

Below is the announcement and support line information.

Secretary Miller’s Announcement: Mental Health/Warmline

As I’ve mentioned previously, we’re in an unprecedented time for everyone. It’s uncertain and very scary. This fear is completely understandable, and the indefinite timeline is likely creating a lot of anxiety during a time where we may be or feel more removed from our support networks. But social distancing doesn’t have to mean social isolation, and we want people to know that even as we all face this difficult period, no one is alone.

Beginning at 6 p.m. on April 1, we are partnering with the Center for Community Resources to offer a 24/7 mental health and crisis support line for people dealing with anxiety or other difficult emotions. Callers will be able to speak with staff who are trained in trauma-informed principles and will listen, assess the person’s needs, triage, and refer to other local supports and professionals as needed.

The Mental Health Support Line can be reached toll-free, 24/7 at 1-855-284-2494. We’re going to be formally announcing this soon, but I hope you all help us spread the word on this critical resource.

It’s a difficult time, and it’s easy to feel alone and cut-off from the world, but we need people to know that they are not alone, and support is available. Thank you for the help in advance. We will be sharing information about this resource on our social media accounts.

Many other resources also remain available to Pennsylvanians in need of support, including:

 *   National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

 *   Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454

 *   Crisis Text Line: Text "PA" to 741-741

 *   Veteran Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

 *   Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990

 *   Get Help Now Hotline (for substance use disorders): 1-800-662-4357

 *   Pennsylvania Sexual Assault Helpline - 1-888-772-7227

 *   National Domestic Violence Helpline - 1-800-799-7233