St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Crisis Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call 988 or 800-273-8255
"The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones."
2nd Floor Youth Helpline
888-222-2228 (call or text)
“Confidential and anonymous helpline for New Jersey's youth and young adults. We are here to help you find solutions to the problems that you face and we are available 24/7 365 days a year.”
The Trevor Project
Call: 866-488-7386
Text: 'START' to 678-678
Support for LGBTQ+ young people "If you are thinking about harming yourself — get immediate support. Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free. "
Mental Health Emergency Hotlines in NJ by County
National Runaway Safeline
Parents Anonymous
24-hour Parent Stress line/Family Helpline 1-800-843-5437
Parenting support groups

12-Step Groups & Self Help Groups

LGBTQ+ Resources

Pride Center of NJ
"safe and welcoming space for all individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ to find support, educational tools, health and education resources, and social opportunities within a community of acceptance. Comprehensive programming in support of this mission includes lesbian, gay, trans and family resources, social groups and free HIV testing. "
The Trevor Project
Resources & support for LGBTQ+ youth
It Gets Better Project
Media programming, educational resources and more to "to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ youth around the globe.
LGBT Youth Resources
Links to a variety of resources (published by the CDC)
LGBTQIA Program at RWJ University Hospital
Healthcare, support services and programs for New Jersey's LGBTQIA+ Community
PFLAG
Resources for LGBTQ+ people and their families
LGBTQ Commission of the Episcopal Diocese of NJ

Mental Health Resources

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Support groups for individuals & their families, advocacy, information about mental illness.
Toll-free Helplines & Hotlines
American Psychological Association
Information on a variety of topics related to mental health & wellness, find a psychologist (national)
American Psychiatric Association
Information on a variety of topics related to mental health
National Association of Social Workers
Find a social worker
New Jersey Psychological Association
Find a Psychologist & other resources

Health and Wellness

J ewish Renaissance Medical Center
Comprehensive, accessible, affordable, high quality, community-based, primary care services to residents of Middlesex county. "Every person who seeks our care will be welcomed, comforted and assisted by our collective talents without regard to financial status."
The Mayo Clinic
Resource for healthy living, as well as to get more information about any health concerns
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Information on healthy living, diseases & other health conditions; emergency preparedness
College Resources for Students With Disabilities
NJ Family Care
Low cost or no cost health insurance program for kids and certain low-income parents/guardians.
The Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)
Resources for empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education and health outcomes for infants, toddlers, children and youth
Interfaith Network of Care
The mission of the Interfaith Network of Care (INC) is to give personal and social support to people coping with chronic conditions, disabilities, isolation, and other age-related disabilities and to help those responsible for their day-to-day wellbeing. Trained volunteer caregivers, agencies, and the community-at-large encourage people to continue to live independent, meaningful lives in their own homes.

Mental Health & Wellness Resources