IL Department of Human Services Medical Office Locator
The Illinois Department of Human Services Call4Calm Line
The Illinois Department of Human Services offers mental health crisis support via phone or text through its Call4Calm Illinois hotline. Phone assistance is available Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. by calling 1-866-359-7953. Help via text is available around the clock by texting TALK (or HABLAR for assistance in Spanish) to 552020.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness provides a wealth of resources, including the NAMI Helpline, which can be reached by calling 1-800-950-6264 or by emailing info@nami.org. Although the helpline is only available Monday through Friday from 10 AM until 8 PM EST, there is a 24/7 text line available. Simply text ‘NAMI’ to 741-741 for assistance.
Resources to Recover Mental Health
Through the state of Illinois Department of Central Management Services website you can learn about mental health awareness and find local resources such as support groups, hotlines, screenings, and coverage to fit your needs.
You can also find the nearest Medicaid accepting provider office by entering your zip code on https://www.findhelp.org/
How to Apply for State of IL Medicaid