COVID-19 Resources: Mental Health and Support
Hotlines and Emergency Support
Samaritans Talk Support Text Line 24/7
1-877-870-4673
1-800-273-8255 24 hours
Advocates Psychiatric Emergency Services
Advocates Psychiatric Emergency Services are available virtually. If you are experiencing a mental health or emotional crisis, please call (800) 640-5432 to speak to an Advocates crisis clinician. Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Caregiver Coronavirus Support Line
Sponsored by the National Domestic Workers Alliance, they offer free chat services (text, live webchat, and FB messenger) to provide caregivers and domestic workers to get the support they need.
Substance Abuse
Online support meetings, Thursdays at 11am on zoom. Information on how to join on their website.
Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
Existing clients: support continuing online or by phone.
New clients: submit a request online or call 617-492-8306. English and Spanish services available.
Hotline: 24/7 1-800-841-8371, and online 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. at barcc.org/chat.
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence
Operating remotely. For help, call REACH at 1-800-899-4000.
Seniors
Jewish Family and Children's Services
Resources for any need related to older adults: 1-800-980-1982 or info@CJPSeniorDirect.org
Resources for people living with dementia and family members: virtual support groups for family members and online/telephone memory cafes. Contact Beth Soltzberg bsoltzberg@jfcsboston.org
Resources for people with Parkinson’s disease and family members: support groups and online programs. Contact Anne Muskopf at amuskopf@jfcsboston.org
Bereavement support groups: contact Barbara Sternfield at bsternfield@jfcsboston.org
Disability Services
Disability Resource Network at JF&CS
The JF&CS Disability Resource Network (DRN) is a free information, referral, and consultation service. They serve individuals with disabilities and mental illness, their families, and community agencies. Callers receive professional assistance in identifying resources related to education, vocational training, housing, finances, religious life, recreation, and other aspects of community living.
Contact the Disability Resource Network at 781-693-5640 or email your questions to drn@jfcsboston.org.