# Support Help - New York ## National Resources for Support - **United Way 211** - **Phone:** Dial 211 - **Website:** [https://www.211.org](https://www.211.org/) - **Description:** Free and confidential service that helps connect individuals to essential resources in their community. - **National Helpline (SAMHSA)** - **Phone:** 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - **Website:** [https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline](https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline) - **Description:** Confidential treatment and information service for individuals and families. - **Crisis Text Line** - **Text:** Text HOME to 741741 - **Website:** [https://www.crisistextline.org](https://www.crisistextline.org/) - **Description:** 24/7 text-based emotional support. ## Statewide Support Services - **New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)** - **Phone:** 1-800-597-8481 - **Website:** [https://omh.ny.gov](https://omh.ny.gov/) - **Description:** Provides a wide range of mental health services and support programs statewide. - **New York State Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-800-942-6906 - **Website:** [https://opdv.ny.gov/](https://opdv.ny.gov/) - **Description:** 24/7 confidential support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. - **NYS Community Action Association** - **Phone:** 518-690-0491 - **Website:** [https://nyscommunityaction.org/](https://nyscommunityaction.org/) - **Description:** Offers assistance with housing, employment, and family services. ## Local Support Resources by Region/City ### New York City - **NYC Well** - **Phone:** 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) - **Website:** [https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us](https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/) - **Description:** 24/7 mental health support, crisis intervention, and referrals to services. ### Buffalo - **Crisis Services Buffalo** - **Phone:** 716-834-3131 - **Website:** [https://crisisservices.org/](https://crisisservices.org/) - **Address:** 2969 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214 - **Services:** Provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and mental health support. ### Albany - **Albany County Mental Health Services** - **Phone:** 518-447-4555 - **Website:** [https://www.albanycounty.com/departments/mental-health](https://www.albanycounty.com/departments/mental-health) - **Address:** 175 Green Street, Albany, NY 12202 - **Description:** Local services for mental health support, counseling, and resource referrals. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Virtual Support Groups** - **Website:** [https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups](https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups) - **Description:** NAMI's virtual groups provide emotional support and connections. - **BetterHelp Online Therapy** - **Website:** [https://www.betterhelp.com/](https://www.betterhelp.com/) - **Description:** Offers affordable online counseling and therapy services. ## Educational and Outreach Programs - **Workshops and Seminars (Mental Health Association in NYS)** - **Website:** [https://mhanys.org/](https://mhanys.org/) - **Description:** Provides educational workshops focused on mental health awareness and community empowerment. - **Community Resource Centers** - **Website:** [https://nyconnects.ny.gov/](https://nyconnects.ny.gov/) - **Description:** Statewide network connecting residents to local services and assistance. --- _Updated as of December 30, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the New York State Office of Mental Health at [https://omh.ny.gov](https://omh.ny.gov/)._