For free, confidential support 24 hours every day, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.

For emergency mental health services for children or adolescents in Illinois you may also call the Illinois CARES line at: 1-800-345-9049.

If you are in Chicago and need a friendly and safe place to be during the hours of 6AM-9PM, consider grabbing a cup of coffee at Sip of Hope, where all staff are trained in Mental Health First Aid.

If you are a new parent, or a concerned family member of a new parent, you can call the NorthShore Evanston Hospital MOM’s Line at 1-866-364-MOMS (6667). This free, confidential hotline is available 24 hours every day. It is staffed by licensed mental health professionals who provide support, resources, and referrals for new parents experiencing mental health concerns or distress.