
Florida Resources
Call 988
If you are having a medical or mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1. If you need immediate mental health support, or are having thoughts of suicide, 9-8-8 has a 24/7 hotline with trained professionals to support you and ensure your safety.
-
Suicide Hotline.
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance use disorder, mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress, help is available. Call, text, or chat 9-8-8.
The 988 Florida Lifeline is a free, three-digit phone number that connects you to a trained counselor. These counselors will listen, provide support, and connect you to resources.
LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline: Call 1-866-488-7386
If you are a veteran in crisis, or concerned about one: Call 9-8-8 and press 1 or text 838255 | https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Florida Veterans Support Line: Call 1-844-MyFLVet (1-844-693-5838).
-
Medication Management Services & Sliding Scale Services.
Skye Psychiatric Health Care -Melissa Morgan, APRN
Access to mental health services is our priority, and we understand that not everyone has the resources to access the support they need. If you’re looking for sliding scale or free services, please check out NAMI, MHACF, and other state-based organizations.
National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI) of Greater Orlando: https://namigo.org/free-reduced-clinics-for-mental-health/
Mental Health Association of Central Florida: https://mhacf.org
-
Community Services.
Our mental health is a product of our history and our daily life. It’s hard to reduce mental health symptoms when we are struggling to meet our basic needs and safety. If you are looking for general resources for things such as immigration services, food, housing, utility, and seeking employment, please call 9-8-8 or review their website.
United Way: Call 9-8-8 to speak to a resource specialist.
Veteran Disability Support: https://veteransguide.orgImmigration Legal Services: Through Central Florida Hope Center
Lower Cost Immigration Legal Services: Through Catholic Charities of Central Florida -
LGBTQ+ Support.
Finding affirming support can make all the difference. In today’s climate, we recognize the challenges the LGBTQ+ community may face. We are highlighting some trusted resources that offer hope, advocacy, safety, and connection.
LGBTQIA+ Suicide Hotline: Call 1-866-488-7386
The Trevor Project: Provides LGBTQ+ Youth under 25 yrs old crisis intervention and suicide prevention services 24/7 through phone, text, and chat.The Center Orlando: LGBTQ+ resources in Central Florida including groups, food pantry, scholarships, immigration support, and more.
-
Autism Related Resources & Trusted Information.
Receiving a diagnosis of Autism for yourself or your child can bring up a lot of feelings, and often times it leaves people wondering, well now what? Here are some resources to seek support in education, support, treatment, and community.
-
ADHD Related Resources & Trusted Information.
ADHD Resources, Research, Information, and More
The Treatment of ADHD.
Parent Training in Behavioral Management for ADHD.
Behavior Therapy for Children with ADHD.
Parenting a Child with ADHD - CHADD
Understanding ADHD: Information for Parents - HealthyChildren.org
-
Support Groups for Chronic Illness.
Navigating chronic illness can have so many challenges. By joining or building a community, it means you don’t have to manage it alone.
-
Schooling Resources.
What is an IEP? - KidsHealth.org
What is a 504 Plan? - KidsHealth.org
How do accommodations help my child?- CHADD.org
How do accommodations in college help me? ADD.org
Accommodations that can help in your employment.