Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Colorado Crisis and Support Line

Colorado Crisis and Support Line: 844-493-8255 (TALK)

The first STATEWIDE Crisis & Support Line in Colorado!
www.metrocrisisservices.org

1. Crisis Line
  • 100% free, every call, every time.
  • 24/7 access to a trained mental health professional.
  • Crisis support, intervention, and consultation.
  • No wrong door to access services, regardless of your insurance or location.
  • Immediate help when you need it.
  • Referrals to resources in your area that meet your exact needs.
  • Friends and family members are able to access professional guidance for a loved one they are concerned about.

Common calls: Suicidal thoughts, depression, stress, anxiety, grief of loss, abuse, self-harm, substance use, worries for a friend or family member.

2. Support Line
  • 100% free, every call, every time.
  • 24/7 access to a certified Peer Specialist or Recovery Coach.
  • Opportunity to talk to an individual with lived experience—living in recovery with mental health or substance use challenges.
  • Opportunity to talk to someone who is able to offer first-hand support.
  • Trained in long-term recovery.
  • Support for family and friends.
Common calls: Recovery struggles, loneliness, stress, homelessness, joblessness, relationship and family issues, financial issues 

3. Resource Directory
  • Resources available 24/7 by calling the crisis line, support line, or accessing online at www.metrocrisisservices.org
  • More than 4,200 resources, throughout the state of Colorado.
  • Knowledge of the services available in your geographic area.
  • Updated on an ongoing basis by a team of resource specialists.
Common resources: Counselors and therapists, behavioral health and substance use treatment facilities, faith-based organizations, peer-to-peer support, self-help groups