Community Resources

Sometimes therapy is only one piece of the support you need. The resources below can provide additional crisis support, community services, and specialized assistance. If you are experiencing an immediate emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

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Mental Health & Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support during a mental health, suicide, or substance use crisis. Available 24/7.

 

Memorial Behavioral Health – Mobile Crisis Response
Local 24/7 crisis support for individuals experiencing a mental health or behavioral health crisis. Mobile Crisis Response serves Sangamon and surrounding central Illinois counties.
217-788-7070

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Illinois CARES Hotline
For individuals experiencing a mental or behavioral health crisis or concerns about immediate safety. The CARES Hotline is available 24/7 and can help connect eligible individuals with Mobile Crisis Response services.
1-800-345-9049

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Community Resources

211 Illinois
A free, confidential 24/7 resource for finding local assistance with mental health, housing, food, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other community needs.
Call 211 or text your ZIP code to 898211.

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Domestic Violence & Relationship Safety

Sojourn Shelter & Services
A local domestic violence organization providing free and confidential support, advocacy, shelter, counseling, and other services for survivors and their families in Central Illinois.
217-726-5100
 

Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 confidential support, information, safety planning, and connections to local domestic violence services throughout Illinois.
1-877-863-6338

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National Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 support, safety planning, information, and referrals for people experiencing domestic violence.
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.
 

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Sexual Assault & Trauma Support

Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault (PCASA)
Provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for survivors of sexual assault and sexual violence in Central Illinois.
217-744-2560
 

SIU Medicine Survivor Recovery Center
Provides trauma-focused services for survivors of interpersonal violence and other crimes. Services are available at no cost to eligible survivors.
217-545-7815
 

For Children & Families

Sangamon County Child Advocacy Center
Provides support and trauma-informed services for children and families impacted by child abuse, including advocacy and counseling.
217-522-2241
 

Illinois DCFS Child Abuse Hotline
To report suspected child abuse or neglect:
1-800-252-2873 — available 24/7.

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LGBTQIA+

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The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people under age 25. Trained counselors are available to talk about suicide, self-harm, coming out, identity, family concerns, relationship issues, or anything else you may be experiencing.

Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: Text START to 678-678
 

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Disclaimer: Perspectives Counseling does not operate, endorse, or guarantee the availability of these outside resources, and information may change. Please contact the organization directly to confirm current services and eligibility.