Resources
Follow the Feather
xaʔtu̓s for Mental Health includes a Follow the Feather marker to indicate local and national resources that might be interesting and useful to Tribal communities. Below are some selected resources both national and local that might be valuable to those who wish to be the First Face to help during a mental health crisis.
If you know of a trusted resource in your community, we would love to hear about it! Please use the form at the bottom of the page to recommend a resource for our Resource list.
Nationwide
Resources available for Violence, Suicide, Self-Harm, Mental Health, and Substance Use.
Native Focused
- STRONGHEARTS Native Helpline: 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483) Free. Confidential. 24/7
- Native Crisis Text Line: text the word “NATIVE” to 741741
- We R Native wernative.org
- The National Indian Council On Aging, Inc. (NICOA)
- National Center on Elder Abuse
- The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition
- Indian Residential School Survivors Society
- The Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line for Survivors and their families: 1-888-925-4419
Substance Abuse
- National Clearinghouse Alcohol & Drug Abuse Hotline: 1-800-729-6686
- Addiction Resource
- Defining Wellness Centers How Trauma Affects the Brain, 1-855-790-9303
- Granite Recovery Centers Treating Childhood Trauma and Addiction, 1-855-712-7784
- Al-Anon and AlaTeen: meeting information for teens and families. 1-888-425-2666/888-4AL-ANON
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- Keep the Circle Strong: Naloxone Community Training Indian Health Service
- Partnership to End Addiction. Personalized Messages, Online Support Groups, Helpline Support or text JOIN to 55753
- Parents guide to Fentanyl: This comprehensive guide equips parents with valuable information, including tips, warning signs, and helpful videos/articles. It empowers parents to protect their children from the dangers of Fentanyl and make informed decisions regarding substance use.
- Protecting Children From Online Drug Dealers: This resource provides essential tools to safeguard children, including the "Emoji code" to identify online drug dealing, insights into the dark web, and other online safety measures.
Mental Health
- Mental Health America: Refers to local mental health services or support programs: 1-800-969-NMHA (6642)
- National Alliance on Mental Illness: Support, information, and referrals. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: 1-800-826-3632
- Boys Town National Hotline: Support for young people and families going through difficulties: 1-800-448-3000
- National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: 1-802-296-6300
- How Trauma Effects the Brain
Self-Harm/Suicide
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Free. Confidential. 24/7
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
- The Youth Line: Teen to teen peer counseling: 1-877-YOUTHLINE (968-8491). TextTeen2Teen to 839863. Email teen3teen@linesforlife.org.
- The Trevor Project: The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis information and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. 1-866-488-7386 or Online chat: TrevorChat or TrevorText: text START to 678678
Violence
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) Free. Confidential. 24/7
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) Free. Confidential. 24/7
- National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 1-866-331-9474 or 1-866-331-8453 (TTY) or Or Text LOVEIS to 22522
- RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network: 24/7 hotline for survivors, friends/family of survivors, and professionals looking for resources. All calls answered by decentralized/local sexual assault service providers. Services include referrals as well as peer support and advocacy. 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Other
- National Center for Victims of Crime: 1-800-FYI-CALL (394-2255) Online chat: Chat.VictimConnect.org
- Anti-Hate Line: Discrimination support and resource referral 1-800-649-0404
- Teen Health Questions: Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Teen Resource Line offers confidential health information 1-888-711-TEEN
- National Human Tracking Resource Center: The National Human Trafficking Hotline connects victims and survivors of sex and labor trafficking with services and supports to get help and stay safe. The National Hotline also receives tips about potential situations of sex and labor trafficking and facilities reporting that information to the appropriate authorities in certain cases. 1-888-373-7888 (TTY: 711) or Text 233733 or Online Chat
- National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929)
- National Child & Maternal Health Education Program: Helpline: 1-833-9-HEL4MOMS (1-800-943-5746)
- National Safe Place
- The Jonah Project. The Jonah Project advocates for Survivors of Human Trafficking, At-Risk Women & Children
Idaho
Specific Resources for Idaho and the Coeur d"Alene Tribe, Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, and the Nez Perce Tribe.
Native Focused
- Nez Perce Tribe Social Services: 1-208-843-2463
- Coeur D’ Alene Tribe Stop Violence Program: 1-208-686-0601
- Idaho Tribal Assistance Resource Center
- Kootenai Tribal Health Clinic: 1-208-267-5223
Mental Health
- On Our Sleeves: Idaho Mental Health Resources for Children: Test "START" to 741-741
- Idaho Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health: 1-208-433-8845 or 1-800-905-3436
- Idaho Crisis Intervention: 24/7 1-208-398-4357
- The Crisis Hotline: 1-208-788-3596 or 1-208-578-4114 (bilingual Support not 24 hours)
Suicide
- Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline: Call or text--988
- Idaho Suicide Prevention Coalition
- Teens Health/Why Suicide?
- Suicide Prevention Action Network of Idaho
- Suicide Prevention, Awareness, and Support
Abuse
- Idaho Child Abuse Reporting Hotline: Statewide: 1-855-552-5437; Treasure Valley 1-208-334-5437
- Idaho 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-669-3174
- Idaho Careline: Call 211 or a map of domestic violence shelters in Idaho
Other
Oregon
Specific Resources for Oregon and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla.
Native Focused
- Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, Family Violence Services in Pendleton, OR Domestic Violence Help in Pendleton, OR 541-240-4170 (24⁄7) or 888-809-8027 or Text 541-240-4170
- CTUIR Tribal Prosecutor Victim/Witness Assistance 541-429-7626 or 541-215-7666 (cell)
- Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center Behavioral Health 541-240-8670 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4pm
- NAYA: Native American Youth and Family Healing Circle (503) 288-8177 x219
- PNW Finder for Indigenous Resources for Education
- Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center NEQCEɁÉCE QAPŠQAPŠNÁAWIT Family Strength Program Brochure
- Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center K’USIINMÍ TAWTNÚKT Horse Medicine Program Brochure
Substance Abuse
- Lines for Life: Alcohol & Drug Helpline 1-800-923-4357 or text Recovery Now to 839863
Texting available Monday-Friday, 2-6pm Pacific Time - Next Distro Stay Alive, Stay Safe Resources in Oregon
- Project Red: An Overdose Prevention Initiative from the Alano Club of Portland: Request Nolaxone to be mailed to you. Requires brief training and is not connected to health insurance.
- Reverse Overdose Oregon Find naloxone near you.
Mental Health/Suicide/Self-Harm
- Lines for Life: Help for Thoughts of Suicide or Mental Health Crisis call or text 988
Other
- Lines for Life: YouthLine: A teen-to-teen helpline which answers calls, texts, and chats from anyone 21 or under. Trained teen volunteers are available to help between 4pm and 10pm Pacific Time. Calls are answered by adults at all other hours. No problem is too big or too small! 1-877-968-8491 or text teen2teen to 839863 Available every day, 4-10pm Pacific Time
- Lines for Life: Racial Equity Support Line provides emotional support and resource referral to those experiencing the impacts of racist violence, microaggressions, racial discrimination, and cross-cultural issues: 1-503-575-3764 Available Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm Pacific Time
- Oregon 211 – 2-1-1 is a free referral and information helpline that connects people to a wide range of health and human services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To contact 2-1-1 in any state, including Oregon, simply dial the numbers 2-1-1 from any phone.
- Oregon Department of Justice Crime Victim & Survivor Services
- Lines for Life: Senior Loneliness Line1-503-200-1633
Washington
Specific Resources for Washington State and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Kalispel Tribe of Indians, and the Spokane Tribe of Indians.
Native Focused
- Kalispel Tribe of Indians Camas Path Behavioral Health Advice Line: 1-800-290-8603
- Kalispel Tribe of Indians Victim Services
- Native and Strong Lifeline and 988 Lifeline dial 988
- The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Let's End Elder Abuse
- Spokane Tribe of Indians Senior/Elder Programs: 1-800-789-9102
- Spokane Tribe of Indians Behavioral Health: 1-888-258-8923 or 1-509-606-2764 Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
- PNW Finder for Indigenous Resources for Education
Substance Abuse
- The People's Harm Reduction Alliance Order free naloxone, find training, and treatment options. 1-206-939-2209
- Stop Overdose: Find Naloxone near you in Washington State
- NEXT Distro Stay Alive Stay Safe Resources in Washington State
- Washington State Naloxone Mail Order
Violence
- Sexual Assault Programs in Washington: WCSAP Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs
- Washington Domestic Violence Programs
- Domestic Violence Resource Directory for the Eastern District of Washington Including Tribal and County Resources
Other
- Aging and Long-Term Support Administration
- Washington State Department of Health Find information about all things health related including opioids, immunizations, injury and violence prevention, and much more.
- Washington Recovery Helpline: The Washington Recovery Help Line is an anonymous and confidential help line that provides crisis intervention and referral services for Washington State residents. 1-866-789-1511 or Text 1-866-789-1511 (M-F: 9 am -5 pm) or WA Relay 711
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