New Hampshire Theatre Project
provides a welcoming environment for youth, artists, and community members to experience self-discovery and growth through the art and process of theatre.
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provides a welcoming environment for youth, artists, and community members to experience self-discovery and growth through the art and process of theatre.
Watch a video of our storyNH Rapid Response Access Point is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—by phone, text or chat: 833-710-6477 or NH988.com.
Caring help at your fingertips. and, if needed, we will come to you.
If you are in crisis, call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service is available to anyone. All calls are confidential. http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Espanol (Spanish-speaking Option): 1-888-628-9454
Options for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals: dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255
Provides free and confidential 24/7 support to anyone in any type of crisis from a crisis counselor.
Text "HOME" to 741741 |
Message on WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=14437877678&text=HELLO&app_absent=0
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
National Institute of Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
US Department of Veterans Affairs
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
SEACOAST PATHWAYS
An active clubhouse model is a community of people who are working together toward a common goal. A Clubhouse is intentionally organized to support individuals living with the effects of mental illness. Through participation in the organization, people are given the opportunities to rejoin the worlds of friendships, family, important work, employment, education, and to access the services and supports they may individually need. A Clubhouse is a restorative environment for people who have had their lives drastically disrupted, and need the support of others who believe that recovery from mental illness is possible for all. https://www.seacoastpathways.org/
SEACOAST MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
The mission of SMHC is to provide hope and promote recovery across mental health challenges, illness and substance use disorder. Substance Use Disorder Treatment services include the evidenced-based practice of Integrated Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders (ITCOD), and an outpatient Medication Assisted Treatment program. A full breadth of mental health and other functional support services are available also. Services are available to individuals in our catchment area. SMHC is a recovery friendly workplace.
SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
Provides 24/7 free and confidential support, as well as prevention and crisis resources for those in distress, following best practices for professionals in the U.S.
988 | Online Chat Option | Website: https://988lifeline.org/
Spanish-speaking Option: 1-888-628-9454
Options for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals: dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255
CRISIS TEXT LINE
Provides free and confidential 24/7 support to anyone in any type of crisis from a crisis counselor.
Text "HOME" to 741741 |
Message on WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=14437877678&text=HELLO&app_absent=0
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org/
SUICIDE HOTLINE IN PORTSMOUTH
Free, 24-hour crisis line staffed by trained mental health professionals through Portsmouth Regional Hospital for assistance and referrals.
(603) 433-5270, option 1 | Website: https://portsmouthhospital.com/specialties/suicide-prevention
NH COALITION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
Contact if in crisis.
(800) 273-8255 | Website:
MAINE STATE CRISIS LINE
MCL is the state’s crisis telephone response service for individuals or families experiencing a behavioral health crisis or having thoughts of suicide and/or self-harm. Trained crisis call specialists answer the line and provide free and confidential telephone support and stabilization 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. MCL provides Maine-specific information and resources. Additional suicide prevention resources for teens, parents, and friends of those struggling.
(888) 568-1112 | Teen Suicide Prevention Website:
RIVERBEND PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCY SERVICES
24/7 hotline with support from masters level clinicians and peer support specialists, who can provide telephone and field responses. Can access Mobile Crisis Services and staffed Crisis Stabilization Apartments (must be 18+)
Call or Text 833-710-6477 | Website:
https://www.riverbendcmhc.org/service/psychiatric-emergency-services/
MINDFUL HEALING COUNSELING SERVICES, LLC- ROCHESTER
(603) 433-3070 | degmindfulhealing@gmail.com | Website: https://www.mindfulhealingcounseling.com/
Provider: Deborah Emery-Gigliotti, MS, LCMHC
*Sliding Scale Payment Option Available
Specialties:
NAMI MAINE HELPLINE
The NAMI Helpline is a safe and confidential mental health service for peers, law enforcement, professionals, friends and family members. It provides support, education and advocacy for anyone with questions about mental health concerns. Helpline available Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm.
1-800-464-5767 (Press 1)
For more information visit: www.namimaine.org.
helpline@namimaine.org
Resources for Abuse & Neglect
From the IREX CONFLICT PREVENTION & PEER MEDIATION TOOLKIT:
Signs of Abuse of Neglect:
● Malnutrition/dehydration
● Fear or severe anxiety around certain people
● Withdrawal and isolation
● Stealing
● Threats or intimidation
● Nonconsensual sexual acts
● Unexplained health changes
● Unexplained bruises, welts, or burns
● Injuries on the back, neck, back of legs, face
● Self destructive feelings or behavior
For children, call (603) 271-6562 (Division for Children, Youth and Families of NH)
(800) 894-5533 (In-state only)
For adults, call (603) 271-7014 (Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services NH)
DCYF (Division for Children, Youth and Families of NH)
BEAS (Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services NH)
The Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS) carries out the legal requirements of the Protective Services to Adults Law under the Adult Protection Program. The purpose of the law, which is civil and not criminal, is to provide protection for vulnerable adults who are age 18 and older, who are abused, neglected, exploited, or self-neglecting. If you suspect a vulnerable adult may be subject to abuse, neglect, exploitation or self-neglect, you are urged to make a report immediately to BEAS. *Reports are confidential and can be made anonymously.
Toll Free in NH: 1-800-949-0470
Fax: 603-271-6875
For concerns of individuals in Nursing or Assisted Living Facilities– Contact the Long Term Care Ombudsman at (800) 442-5640 or (603) 271-4375.
HAVEN ⇿ PORTSMOUTH, NH
HAVEN serves women, men, children, and all people of marginalized genders and identities affected by domestic and sexual violence. HAVEN is the largest violence prevention and support services agency in NH. HAVEN offers referrals and information on safety planning, emergency, temporary and permanent restraining orders, therapist referrals, safe shelter, support groups and partner services with local hospitals, Child Advocacy Centers and courts. HAVEN’s 24-hour Confidential Support hotline is staffed by trained advocates. An online chat service is also available 24/7 on their website: https://havennh.org/ In-person advocacy appointments can be made through their chat or over the phone.
24-hour Confidential Support Line: 1-603-994-7233
Website: https://havennh.org/
MAINE CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES
If you are concerned about child neglect or abuse, call this 24-hour hotline to speak to a child protective specialist. Calls may be made anonymously.
1-800-452-1999 (Voice) or 711 (Maine Relay)
MAINE ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES
If you are concerned about incapacitated or dependent adults (age 18 and over) in danger of abuse, neglect or exploitation call this 24-hour hotline to speak to an adult protective services specialist. Calls may be made anonymously.
1-800-624-8404 (Voice) or 711 (Maine Relay)
LGBTQ+ Trauma Resources
Being a part of the queer community, out or closeted can be an interconnected risk factor for experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety and PTSD.
TRANS LIFELINE
Provides trans peer support; Hotline run by and for trans people and provides confidential and anonymous services. Divested from police.
(877) 565-8860 | Website:
LGBT NATIONAL HOTLINE
Provides free and confidential phone, online one-to-one chat, and email peer-support from trained volunteers, as well as factual information and local resources for cities and towns across the U.S. Serves all ages.
(888) 843-4564 | help@LGBThotline.org |
Hours:
-Monday - Friday from 4pm to 12am EST
-Saturday from 12pm to 5pm EST
SEACOAST OUTRIGHT
A local agency based in Portsmouth, NH which has provided support and advocacy for LGBTQ+ youth in the Seacoast area and beyond since 1993. Seacoast Outright hosts weekly support groups for youth in NH, ME and MA. They also provide counseling and parent support groups.
www.seacoastoutright.org
THE TREVOR PROJECT
The Trevor Project’s mission is to “To end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people”. They offer crisis services, peer support, cutting-edge research publications, online and in-person public education, and advocacy services. The Trevor Project also provides a 24/7 crisis support hotline to LGBTQ young people. Text, chat, or call anytime to reach a trained counselor.
Call: (866) 488-7386 | Text: "start" to 678678 |Website
Trevor Chat (online chat option)
Breathing Exercise
Resource Library
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
24-hour hotline: 1-866-488-7386
THE LGBT NATIONAL YOUTH TALKLINE
Provides anonymous, free, and confidential phone and email peer-support to youth from trained volunteers, as well as factual information and resources for cities and towns across the Untied States. Serves youth through age 25.
(800) 246-7743 | HELP@LGBThotline.org | Website
Hours:
-Monday - Friday from 4pm to 12am EST
-Saturday from 12pm to 5pm EST
