Behavioral Health Resources
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New Canaan Urgent Assessment Program
https://silverhillhospital.org/new-canaan-urgent-assessment-program/
New Canaan Urgent Assessment Program Informational Video
The New Canaan Urgent Assessment (NCUA) Program is a collaboration between the Town of New Canaan and Silver Hill Hospital. Its goal is
to connect those in urgent need of mental health treatment with a timely, psychiatric assessment and tailored referral for ongoing care. The program serves children, adolescents, and adults and is available to New Canaan residents for no out-of-pocket cost. The Assessment Program is available by advance appointment only.
The Hub: Behavioral Health Action Organization for Southwestern CT
Greenwich to Westport | The Hub CT | UnitedStates
Phone: 203-579-2727
List of nonprofit & public-sector services for crisis, mental health & substance use disorders, and support programs.
NAMI Connecticut-The National Alliance on Mental Illness
Home - NAMI Connecticut (namict.org)
Phone: 860-882-0236
Since 1984 NAMI Connecticut has been the state chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. We are a statewide grassroots organization that is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness, as well as their families and loved ones. In collaboration with our 9 local affiliates, we serve all people in Connecticut through our education, support, and advocacy programs at the state and local levels. We are located in West Hartford, Connecticut. We want everyone affected by mental illness to know they are not alone.
Recovery Education & Applied Learning (REAL)
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United Way of Connecticut 211
Mental Health – United Way of Connecticut – 211 and eLibrary (211ct.org)
Phone: 211 NOTE: If calling by cell phone, 2-1-1 can also be reached toll-free at: 800-203-1234.
2-1-1 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day, seven days a week online and over the phone. 2-1-1 is fully certified in crisis intervention by the American Association of Suicidology and is certified by The Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS).
If you or a loved one are having a psychiatric crisis you can call 9-1-1: Ask for a CIT trained officer and clinician. If there are none, explain your circumstances and ask for assistance. CIT trained police officers understand mental health issues.
If you are a family member or friend: Try to engage the person in crisis and ask what he/she thinks would be the best thing to do in the situation and if necessary contact 9-1-1 or one of the providers below.
For Youth or Young Adults in Crisis: Crisis Text Line - Text “LISTEN” to 741-741, or visit http://www.crisistextline.org/ for more info.
For Parents of Children/Youth Call 2-1-1: Ask for Mobile Crisis Intervention Services for children. These providers will often come to where the child is located and provide assistance and assessment. NOTE: If calling by cell phone, 2-1-1 can also be reached toll-free at: 800-203-1234.
For Veterans: The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Call 800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24/7. Visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/ for more info.