Crisis and mental health resources for families - Children's National

Families around the world are under increased stress and anxiety due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Children of all ages are experiencing strong emotions and often do not know how to cope with this enormously challenging time. Parents are also struggling with their own fears and stressors - from financial insecurity to concerns about the future to domestic violence. Our team has compiled a variety of resources to help you and your family through this difficult time.

Crisis resources

• ChildHelp Hotline : 1-800-4-A-CHILD, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Aunt Bertha: A free online platform for health care providers, residents, social workers, school counselors and more to find thousands of free or low-cost resources and services by zip code.
• National Parent Helpline: 1-855-427-2736, available Monday - Friday from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline< /a>: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TEXT "loveis" to 22522, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• SAMHSA's Disaster Distress Helpline : 1-800-985-5990 or Text "TalkWithUs" to 66746, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Crisis Text Lin e: Text HOME to 741741, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• National Sexual Assault Hotli ne: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
• NAMI Helpl ine: 1-800-950-6264 or TEXT "NAMI" to 741741, available Monday - Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• National Suicide Prevention Life line: call or text 1-800-273-8255

Mental health resources

For all ages

For adolescents and teens

For adults and parents