1. Immediate crisis contacts
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988 (24/7)
- 2-1-1 Connecticut: Dial 211
- If a person is in immediate danger, call 911
2. Youth Urgent Crisis Centers (walk-in)
- For children/teens (under 18) who need immediate evaluation but are NOT in a life-threatening medical emergency. No appointment needed
| Location | Facility | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | The Village for Families & Children | (860) 297-0592 |
| New London | Child and Family Agency of SECT | (860) 437-4550 |
| Waterbury | Wellmore Behavioral Health | (203) 580-4298 |
3. Mobile crisis services (they come to you)
- Mobile crisis teams are available for youth and adults. Call 211 to be connected with services that will come to your location. Learn more at 211.
4. Treatment and support
- Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Programs and Services List (Services by Region)
- Department of Children and Families - Mental Health Resources
- DMHAS - State-Funded Mental Health Services Locator
- DMHAS - State-Funded Addiction Treatment Services Locator
- 211 - Mental Health Treatment, Counseling and Support Services Locator
- 211 Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Support Services Locator
- Department of Developmental Services (DDS): DDS partners with individuals, their families, and support groups to help individuals with intellectual disabilities lead fulfilling lives within their communities.
- The Department of Social Services (DSS) Waiver for Persons with Autism: Provides home-and community-based services to individuals with autism who do not have an intellectual disability (a full IQ score of 70 or higher).