Other Resources
SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
Call or Text 988
If you are in need of support because you are experiencing thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about a loved one or family member, you can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The Lifeline provides free and confidential 24/7 support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
You can also reach them at 1-800-273-8255.
MENTAL HEALTH AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Call or Text 1-800-985-5990
Those in need of mental health counseling and other emotional support can contact the Disaster Distress Helpline, which provides 24/7 crisis counseling and support. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS
Families of the victims can reach out to VictimConnect, a program run by the National Center for Victims of Crime. VictimConnect Resource Center (VCRC) is a weekday phone, chat, and text-based referral helpline. Services are available for all victims of crime in the United States and its territories. Visitors to the hotline receive strength-based and trauma-informed services and referrals in over 200 languages. Referrals are tailored to individual needs and can be made to local, state, and national organizations.
RESOURCES FOR TALKING TO CHILDREN
The Department of Education has published resources to assist with your child's social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.