Suicide Prevention
Are you in crisis? Please call 1.800.273.TALK (8255) Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a free, 24-hour hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Your call will be routed to the nearest crisis center near you.
What Are The Warning Signs For Suicide?
Seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional or by calling the National Suicide Prevention lifeline at 1.800.273.TALK if you or someone you know exhibits any of the following signs:
- Threatening to hurt or kill oneself or talking about wanting to hurt or kill oneself
- Looking for ways to kill oneself by seeking access to firearms, available pills, or other means
- Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person
- Feeling hopeless
- Feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge
- Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities – seemingly without thinking
- Feeling trapped – like there’s no way out
- Increasing alcohol or drug use
- Withdrawing from friends, family, and society
- Feeling anxious, agitated, or unable to sleep or sleeping all the time
- Experiencing dramatic mood changes
- Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose in life
Veterans Hotline
The Department of Veterans Affairs has founded a national suicide prevention hotline to ensure veterans in emotional crisis have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. Veterans can call the Lifeline number, 1.800.273.TALK (8255), and press “1” to be routed to the National Veterans Suicide Hotline, or visit the Veterans Hotline website.
Crisis & Urgent Care
Immediate support when you or a family member needs help right now. Most are available 24/7 or offer same-day access with no appointment needed.
zepfcenter.org/crisis-care-services
health.utoledo.edu/depts/kobacker/
promedica.org/behavioralhealth
Addiction & Recovery
Local treatment programs, residential services, and national helplines for substance use and addiction recovery.
ADHD
Resources covering ADHD symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, parenting strategies, and support communities — for children, teens, and adults.
harbor.org/services/applied-behavioral-analysis-aba-clinic
Aging & Senior Care
Resources for older adults and their families navigating senior services, caregiver support, and long-term care planning.
Anxiety
Educational resources on anxiety in children, teens, and adults — including panic disorder, OCD, and practical coping strategies.
apa.org/topics/anxiety/panic-disorder
Associations & Professional Resources
Professional organizations, licensing resources, and clinical therapy references for counselors and families.
Autism & Neurodiversity
Resources for autistic individuals, neurodivergent children, and their families — including diagnostic testing, clinical resources, and affirming community-led organizations.
Local Testing & Diagnostic Services
health.utoledo.edu/depts/kobacker/
Local Support Organizations
National Resources
Child Abuse & Domestic Violence
Crisis support, advocacy, and trauma education for families affected by abuse or domestic violence.
Children & Family Services
Programs providing practical support, enrichment, and services for children and families — from early childhood through adolescence.
co.lucas.oh.us/858/Job-and-Family-Services
Chronic Illness & Fatigue
Information on chronic fatigue syndrome and related conditions for patients and families.
Depression & Mood Disorders
Resources for understanding depression, bipolar disorder, and mood-related conditions — including peer support and family education.
apa.org/topics/depression/recover
Eating Disorders
Specialized treatment for eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, and binge eating disorder — for adolescents and adults.
Food, Housing & Basic Needs
Programs connecting families with food assistance, emergency shelter, and essential resources in Northwest Ohio.
Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Families
Specialized support for families formed through foster care, adoption, or kinship placement.
Grief & Loss
Support for children, families, and adults navigating grief — including loss through death, drug-related deaths, and perinatal loss.
Learning Differences & Special Education
Resources for families navigating learning disabilities, developmental differences, FASD, and special education rights.
Local Services
lucasdd.org/services-for-children
Advocacy & Rights
education.ohio.gov — Special Education
Homework Help
LGBTQ+ Youth & Gender Identity
Affirming resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families, including information on gender identity, crisis support, and community connections.
apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender-people-gender-identity-gender-expression
thetrevorproject.org — Gender Identities FAQ
Military Families
Resources for military spouses, children, and veterans navigating the unique challenges of military family life.
Perimeopause/Menopause
Physical Therapy — Pediatric
Pediatric physical therapy providers serving Northwest Ohio.
nationwidechildrens.org — Physical Therapy
promedica.org — Total Rehab Pediatrics
Screening Assessment Tools
Free and low-cost online screening tools for mental health concerns.
Sleep & Wellness
Resources on sleep health, sleep hygiene, and the connection between rest and mental wellbeing.
Trauma & PTSD
Resources for understanding and healing from trauma — for children, adolescents, veterans, and families.
promedica.org — The Cullen Center
apa.org/topics/trauma/memories