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Specialized Crisis Lines

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988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. For specialized services, press 2 for veteran support or 3 for LGBTQ+ support.

Kids in Crisis

24/7 support for children or anyone concerned about a child's welfare.

Trevor Project

24/7 talk, text, or chat for LGBTQ+ youth.

Sage

24/7 hotline for LGBTQ+ elders.

Trans Lifeline

24/7 peer support for transgender individuals or those questioning their gender identity.

Michigan Peer Support Warmline

Support available seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., for individuals with mental health or substance use conditions.

SAMHSA National Hotline

24/7 treatment referral and information for individuals and families dealing with mental and/or substance use disorders.

Love is Respect

24/7 talk, text, or chat for youth with questions or concerns about dating and relationships.

MI Sexual Assault Hotline

24/7 talk, text, or chat for Michigan residents who have experienced sexual assault.

MI Domestic Violence Hotline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. Call 866-864-2338, text, or chat via the link.

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Available 24/7 at 1-888-373-7888 for those suspecting or experiencing human trafficking.

NAMI Helpline

Support via talk, text, or chat available Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST, for individuals with mental illness and their loved ones.

National Maternal Health Helpline

24/7 support before, during, and after pregnancy.

Safe Call Now

24/7 crisis referral service for all public safety employees, emergency services personnel, and their family members.

Physician Support Line

Support available weekdays with psychiatrists providing assistance to physicians and medical students.

Alzheimer's Association Helpline

The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) is available around the clock, 365 days a year. Through this free service, specialists and ...

Department of Justice - National Elder Fraud Hotline

If you or someone you know has been a victim of elder fraud, help is standing by at the National Elder Fraud Hotline.

Friendship Line

This is both a “warm line” and a crisis intervention center for routine – even daily – phone calls that provide emotional support and friendly ...

Teen Resources

Kids in Crisis

24/7 support for children or anyone concerned about a child's welfare.

TOP Club

This Dial Help program has a dedicated teen resource page

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Mental Health Resources

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988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. For specialized services, press 2 for veteran support or 3 for LGBTQ+ support.

Michigan Peer Support Warmline

Support available seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., for individuals with mental health or substance use conditions.

SAMHSA National Hotline

24/7 treatment referral and information for individuals and families dealing with mental and/or substance use disorders.

NAMI Helpline

Support via talk, text, or chat available Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST, for individuals with mental illness and their loved ones.

NorthCare Network

Free screening to determine eligibility for Community Mental Health services. Call 1 (888) 333-8030.

Keweenaw Support for Healthy Minds

Provides education and support.

Mental Health Support Group Keweenaw Area

Holds monthly support group meetings.

unite Mental Health and Wellness

Serving the Copper Country region. Provides outpatient therapy for those needing mild to moderate care.

International Bipolar Foundation

A comprehensive resource for both adults and youth with bipolar disorder, suitable for those newly diagnosed or living with the condition for some ...

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NorthCare Network

Provides free screenings to assess eligibility for Community Mental Health. Contact at 888.333.8030

Great Lakes Recovery Center

Provides outpatient and inpatient treatment. By phone at (906) 228-9696.

Victim Services Resources

Love is Respect

24/7 talk, text, or chat for youth with questions or concerns about dating and relationships.

MI Sexual Assault Hotline

24/7 talk, text, or chat for Michigan residents who have experienced sexual assault.

MI Domestic Violence Hotline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. Call 866-864-2338, text, or chat via the link.

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Available 24/7 at 1-888-373-7888 for those suspecting or experiencing human trafficking.

Copper Shores LOSS Team

The Local Outreach for Suicide Survivors Team provides postvention services to surviving victims of suicide loss.

Suicide Resources

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988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. For specialized services, press 2 for veteran support or 3 for LGBTQ+ support.

Copper Shores LOSS Team

The Local Outreach for Suicide Survivors Team provides postvention services to surviving victims of suicide loss.

Upper Peninsula Suicide Prevention Coalition

For professionals in the suicide prevention field.

LIVE Campaign

Offers free suicide prevention awareness materials.

Six Feet Over

Offers financial support in the aftermath of suicide.

Michigan Suicide Prevention Commission

This Michigan Suicide Prevention Commission works with state departments, and agencies, and nonprofit organizations on researching the causes and ...

LGBTQ+ Resources

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988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. For specialized services, press 2 for veteran support or 3 for LGBTQ+ support.

Trevor Project

24/7 talk, text, or chat for LGBTQ+ youth.

Sage

24/7 hotline for LGBTQ+ elders.

Trans Lifeline

24/7 peer support for transgender individuals or those questioning their gender identity.

UP Rainbow Pride

Offers rides to wellness services. Call 1-844-532-7433 and press 1 for more information.

Substance Use Disorder Resources

Michigan Peer Support Warmline

Support available seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., for individuals with mental health or substance use conditions.

SAMHSA National Hotline

24/7 treatment referral and information for individuals and families dealing with mental and/or substance use disorders.

FACE Project

Offers resources, support groups, and additional help for people with addiction and their loved ones

NorthCare Network

Provides free screenings to assess eligibility for Community Mental Health. Contact at 888.333.8030

Great Lakes Recovery Center

Provides outpatient and inpatient treatment. By phone at (906) 228-9696.

Food Access Resources

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Copper Shores Senior Meals

Meals on Wheels serving Houghton and Keweenaw counties with home-delivered meals and congregate sites.

Feeding America West Michigan

Locate partner food pantries, meal programs, Mobile Food Pantries and Gather 2 Grow sites in Michigan.

Food Assistance Information

Learn how to get nutritious food for yourself and your family through SNAP (food stamps), D-SNAP, and WIC for women, infants, and children.

Assistance for Seniors 60 and Over

Offers resouces from the U.S.D.A Food and Nutrition Service

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program:Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program:

Key Facts for Older Adults

Senior Project Fresh

The Senior Project Fresh program is aimed at helping older adults eat healthier as they age.

Mom's Meals

Home delivered meal service for seniors living outside our already established meal delivery routes.

Resources for Seniors

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988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

24/7 talk, text, or chat available. For specialized services, press 2 for veteran support or 3 for LGBTQ+ support.

Connect UP - Rides to Wellness

Focused on community care and prevention.

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Assistance for Seniors 60 and Over

Offers resouces from the U.S.D.A Food and Nutrition Service

Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program:Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program:

Key Facts for Older Adults

Senior Project Fresh

The Senior Project Fresh program is aimed at helping older adults eat healthier as they age.

Mom's Meals

Home delivered meal service for seniors living outside our already established meal delivery routes.

MiSOAP

Michigan’s Support for Older Adults Portal is intended to be a resource to help those who are helping Michigan’s seniors. It is designed to be a ...

AARP Foundation - Senior Community Service Employment Program

The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is the nation's oldest program to help low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find work. ...

Alzheimer's Association - Greater Michigan

The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter is the premier source of information and support for Michigan residents living with dementia and their ...

Alzheimer's Association Helpline

The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) is available around the clock, 365 days a year. Through this free service, specialists and ...

Department of Justice - National Elder Fraud Hotline

If you or someone you know has been a victim of elder fraud, help is standing by at the National Elder Fraud Hotline.

National Institute on Aging

NIA leads a broad scientific effort to understand the nature of aging and to extend the healthy, active years of life.

Administration for Community Living

The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities ...

Letters Against Isolation

Through handwritten messages of love, hope, and joy, our volunteer community brings seniors connection and improves their mental and physical health.

Superior Alliance for Independent Living

SAIL has been serving individuals with disabilities and their families across all Upper Peninsula communities since 1998. Our staff provides ...

Friendship Line

This is both a “warm line” and a crisis intervention center for routine – even daily – phone calls that provide emotional support and friendly ...

BHK Community Action

The agency strives to bring new and necessary programs within reach of those in need and advocates for those who have been too long neglected. Toward ...

Medical equipment loan closet at Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly

Accept and loan out common aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, and commodes.

Scooter Doctor

Sales, rentals, and service of medical scooters, wheelchairs, and other home medical equipment.

Great Lakes Talking Books

Free braille, audiobooks, and magazines by download or by mail.

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