Mental Health Resources
You Are Not Alone
At Be Kind 5, we believe that taking care of your mental health is an act of kindness toward yourself. Whether you're experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, or simply need someone to talk to, help is available.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out immediately. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. [doh.wa.gov], [hca.wa.gov], [doh.wa.gov]
Washington State Mental Health Resources
Emergency & Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text 988 Available 24/7 for:
Mental health crises
Anxiety and depression
Emotional distress
Substance use concerns
Support for loved ones
Website: 988 Washington [doh.wa.gov], [wa988.org]
911 Emergency Services
Call 911 if there is an immediate threat to life or safety. [hca.wa.gov]
Washington Recovery Help Line
Call 866-789-1511
Free, confidential support for:
Mental health concerns
Substance use
Gambling addiction
Available 24/7. [doh.wa.gov]
Local Support & Community Resources
Crisis Connections Warm Line
Call 877-500-WARM (9276)
A non-crisis peer support line staffed by individuals with lived mental health experience.
Available daily from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM. [crisisconn...ctions.org]
Website: Crisis Connections Warm Line
NAMI Washington
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Washington provides:
Support groups
Educational programs
Family resources
Peer support
Mental health navigation assistance
Website: NAMI Washington [namiwa.org], [NAMI Washington]
Washington 211
Dial 211 to connect with:
Counseling resources
Housing support
Food assistance
Community services
Specialized Support
Teen Link
Call 1-866-833-6546
Teens helping teens through peer support and connection. [namiwa.org]
Trevor Project
Support for LGBTQIA+ youth and young adults.
Call: 1-866-488-7386 Text: 678-678
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org / [doh.wa.gov]
Veterans Crisis Line
Call or Text 988, then press 1
Support for veterans, service members, and their families. [doh.wa.gov], [cdc.gov]
National Mental Health Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text 988
Free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for:
Emotional distress
Mental health concerns
Substance use concerns
Suicide prevention
Website: 988 Lifeline [samhsa.gov], [988lifeline.org]
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Connect with a trained crisis counselor for free support via text. Available 24/7. [crisistextline.org]
Website: Crisis Text Line
SAMHSA National Helpline
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Free treatment referral and information service for:
Mental health concerns
Substance use disorders
Families seeking support
Website: SAMHSA Mental Health Resources
Mental Health America
Offers:
Mental health screening tools
Educational resources
Community support
Website: https://www.mhanational.org/
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Provides:
Education
Advocacy
Support groups
Family resources
Peer support
Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) [namiwa.org]
Website: https://www.nami.org/
Self-Care Resources
At Be Kind 5, we encourage everyone to practice small acts of kindness toward themselves:
✅ Take a walk in nature
✅ Reach out to a trusted friend
✅ Journal your thoughts
✅ Practice deep breathing
✅ Get adequate sleep
✅ Move your body
✅ Take breaks from social media
✅ Ask for help when you need it
Remember: Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Be Kind 5 Reminder
Take care of your mental health so it can take care of you. As part of our "Be Kind to Your Mind" pillar, we believe every individual deserves support, connection, hope, and access to resources that help them thrive. [Be Kind 5...t and Mind | PDF], [BK5 Journal (final) | PDF]
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or contact 988 immediately.