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Disaster Relief Resources For Mental Health Are Here

Supporting Mental Health After Hurricane Helene


The catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Helene has deeply impacted the mental health of many in East Tennessee. 


NAMI Tennessee recognizes the toll this disaster has taken, especially for those with pre-existing mental health conditions and their families, and we are committed to providing resources to help navigate this challenging recovery period.


Below you'll find a list of mental health recovery resources available, but be sure to visit our website for a complete list.


Resources for Immediate Support:

  • SAMHSA National Disaster Distress Helpline: 24/7 confidential crisis counseling for disaster survivors, first responders, and caregivers. Call or text 1-800-985-5990.

  • NAMI Tennessee HelpLine: Support, education, and resource referrals available Monday through Friday, 10 AM – 10 PM ET. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or email info@namitn.org.

  • Mobile Crisis for Mental Health: 865-539-2409

  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988


Resources for Families with Children:


Additional Tools and Support:


Resources Available by Phone for East Tennesseans:

 

  • Emergency: 911

  • Mobile Crisis for Mental Health: 865-539-2409

  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

  • Cocke County Mental Health Hotline: 423-540-5552

  • Emergency Housing Hotline: 423-540-5553

  • Free water well testing: 865-369-8461

  • UT Extension Office: 423-552-8282

  • Sevier County Health Department: 865-453-1032

  • Hamblen County Health Department: 423-586-6431

  • Jefferson County Health Department: 865-397-3930


For more information and a full list of disaster recovery resources, visit our website.


Together, we can support each other through this difficult time.


Thanks to NAMI Tennessee for the great info!!!

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