Life can throw us curve balls. It can be challenging at times to navigate it all – mentally, physically and socially… hard. In addition, it can be hard to stay positive. We understand, and we hope this resource helps you find the support you need to help you get through any tough times you may be experiencing. Call 9-1-1 for immediate help during any situation that could potentially result in danger to your own or someone else's life.
Feeling overwhelmed?
When you’re looking for help, it can be overwhelming. If you aren’t sure where to start, call, text or chat 211. 211 provides easy access to many different community programs and resources.- For quick assistance dial 211 or text your zip code to 898211. A support personnel will help you find services that are available in your area.
- Otherwise, visit the 211 website and enter your zip code to find out what is available in your area.
Feeling hopeless?
If you’re struggling, it’s important to know, you are not alone. More importantly, if you’re feeling exhausted or hopeless, there are people who can and want to help so you. If you’re having thoughts of suicide, seek professional help right away.- Call 911
- Text HOME to 741741
- Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
- Chat with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline online
- Find the nearest Emergency Department
Feeling sad, anxious or mad? Not sure what you’re feeling?
We all feel and express things differently. Sometimes, we don’t know what we are feeling. Other times, we may not even realize we are struggling. Whether it be a loss of a loved one, stressful work or family situations, or other physical or mental challenges, there are healthy ways to express what you’re feeling.- The first step is to acknowledge what you’re going through has been hard. For instance, if you lost someone or you’re missing out on things, acknowledge that these things are gone, and understand you are grieving those losses.
- Second, acknowledge that grief can look like crying, but it can also look like anger, anxiety, sleeplessness, hopefulness, changes in appetite moodiness and irritability. We need to allow ourselves to feel these emotions and grieve.
- Once you allow yourself to feel what you are feeling, then find healthy ways to express those feelings.
- Click here for more tips from Prevea Behavioral Care.
Additional resources and hotlines
Taking care of yourself, your loved ones, and your communities is not easy. Rest assured, you can find assistance anywhere in the state.- Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Resilient Wisconsin
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Resilient Wisconsin list of hotlines, helplines and virtual support groups
- Brown county mental health navigation guide
- they are available to call 24/7
- they are 100% confidential
- they are free
Abuse/domestic violence/assault
- HSHS St. Vincent Hospital Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) (920) 436-8899
- National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE
- National Domestic Violence Hotline Spanish 1-800-942-6908
- National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE
- National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453
- Stop it Now! 1-888-PREVENT
Addiction
- Libertas Treatment Center - Green Bay (920) 498-8600 and Marinette (715) 735-0095
- LE Phillips Libertas Treatment Center - Chippewa Falls 1-800-680-4578
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMHSA) National Helpline 1-800-662-4357
- Alcohol Treatment Referral Hotline (24 hours) 1-800-252-6465
- Families Anonymous 1-800-736-9805
Crisis (teens under 18)
- Girls and Boys Town 1-800-448-3000
- Hearing Impaired 1-800-448-1833
- Youth Crisis Hotline 1-800-448-4663
- Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741
- Chat online
Crisis (any age)
- United Way crisis helpline 1-800-233-HELP
- Crisis text line
- Text HOME to 741741
- Chat online
Suicide or self-harm
- Prevent Suicide Wisconsin-County Crisis Lines
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- 1-800-273-8255 or call 911
- Live online chat
- Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741
- Chat online
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMHSA) Helpline 1-800-273-TALK
- S.A.F.E. (Self Abuse Finally Ends) 1-800-DONT-CUT