Crisis Resources

All Resources

Medical or Psychiatric Emergency

Call 9-1-1 for a Medical Emergency

OR call 9-8-8 for a Psychiatric Emergency

St. Mary’s County Health Department

301-475-4330
Website | Covid-19 Updates

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department

301-475-8008

Adult Protective Services

Maryland Department of Human Services

(410) 269-4500

Southern Maryland 24/7 Crisis Hotline:
Calvert County: 410-535-1121
Charles County: 301-645-3336
St. Mary’s County: 301-863-6661 | TTY: 301-863-6664

Operated by the Walden Sierra Center, a private, non-profit organization.

St. Mary’s County Emergency Operation Center

301-475-8016

Community Crisis Services, Inc. 24-Hour Hotline

1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Community Crisis Services, Inc.

Maryland’s Helpline
Call: 2-1-1, Press 1
Text: 898211
Provides crisis intervention, risk assessment for suicide, homicide, or overdose prevention, support, guidance, and information or linkage to community behavioral health providers 24/7

Maryland Crisis Hotline

1-800-422-0009

Calvert County:
– Main Number: 443-550-6900
– Child Protective Services:
– Reporting Hotline: 443-550-6969
– After Hours Hotline: 866-898-9848

Charles County:
– Main Number: 301-392-6400
– TTY: 301-934-8901
– After Hours Hotline: 301-932-2222

St. Mary’s County:
– Child Protective Services: 240-895-7016
– General Information: 240-895-7000
– TTY: 301-475-2541
– After Hours Hotline: 301-475-8016

LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Crisis Resources

If you're in crisis or need immediate support, you are not alone—and there are people who care, who are ready to listen without judgment.

We recognize that LGBTQIA+ individuals often face unique mental health challenges, including discrimination, isolation, and identity-based trauma. If you're struggling with your mental health, safety, or well-being, the following resources are specifically designed to support you:

LGBTQIA+ Crisis Support Lines:

The Trevor Project (ages 13–24)
24/7 free and confidential support from trained counselors.
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 678678
thetrevorproject.org
Trans Lifeline
Peer support run by and for trans people. No police involvement unless requested.
Call 1-877-565-8860
translifeline.org
SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline (ages 50+)
For LGBTQ+ older adults seeking connection or help.
Call 1-877-360-LGBT (5428)
sageusa.org

Other 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Resources:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for immediate mental health support.
Press 3 for LGBTQ+ specialized support via the Trevor Project partnership.
988lifeline.org

If you're experiencing an emergency or are concerned for your safety, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Youth Crisis Resources

Medical or Psychiatric Emergency

Call 9-1-1 for a Medical Emergency

OR call 9-8-8 for a Psychiatric Emergency

St. Mary’s County Health Department

301-475-4330
Website | Covid-19 Updates

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Department

301-475-8008

Southern Maryland 24/7 Crisis Hotline:
Calvert County: 410-535-1121
Charles County: 301-645-3336
St. Mary’s County: 301-863-6661 | TTY: 301-863-6664

Operated by the Walden Sierra Center, a private, non-profit organization.

Maryland Child Advocacy Centers

Locate a CAC near you:

https://www.marylandchildrensalliance.org/find-cac/

Calvert County:
– Main Number: 443-550-6900
– Child Protective Services:
– Reporting Hotline: 443-550-6969
– After Hours Hotline: 866-898-9848

Charles County:
– Main Number: 301-392-6400
– TTY: 301-934-8901
– After Hours Hotline: 301-932-2222

St. Mary’s County:
– Child Protective Services: 240-895-7016
– General Information: 240-895-7000
– TTY: 301-475-2541
– After Hours Hotline: 301-475-8016

Texas Resources

Medical or Psychiatric Emergency
Call 9‑1‑1 for immediate assistance
Call 9‑8‑8 for mental health or suicide crisis support

San Antonio (Bexar County)
Crisis & Emergency Resources

San Antonio Police Department – Victim Advocacy
(210) 207‑2141
Support for victims of crime, trauma, and domestic violence.

Adult Crisis Care Clinic (CHCS)
(210) 223‑7233
24/7 crisis line and mobile mental health response. Walk-in clinic available.
chcsbc.org

Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1‑800‑273‑TALK (8255) or 1‑800‑SUICIDE (784‑2433)

Children’s Crisis Services (Under 18)
(210) 261‑3350

United Way of San Antonio – Basic Needs & Resources
2‑1‑1
211texas.org

University Health Mobile Crisis Outreach Team
(210) 223‑7233
Mental health professionals respond on-site for crisis intervention.

Veteran & PTSD Resources

PTSD Foundation of America
Support groups and residential care for veterans with PTSD
ptsdusa.org

Bexar County Military & Veterans Services Center
(210) 335‑6775
bexar.org

LGBTQIA+ Support – San Antonio

The Pride Center San Antonio
(210) 370‑7743
Peer support, mental health referrals, youth programming
pridecentersa.org

PFLAG San Antonio
pflagsanantonio.org

San Antonio Gender Association (SAGA)
sagender.org

Thrive Youth Center
Emergency housing and support for LGBTQ+ youth
thriveyouthcenter.org

Houston (Harris County)
Crisis & Emergency Resources

The Harris Center for Mental Health & IDD – 24/7 Crisis Line
(713) 970‑7000 or toll‑free (866) 970‑4770
theharriscenter.org

Crisis Intervention of Houston – 24-Hour Hotline
(832) 416‑1177
Teen Line: (832) 416‑1199
Teen Text Line: (281) 201‑4430
crisishotline.org

United Way of Greater Houston – 2-1-1 Helpline

2‑1‑1
Connection to housing, food, utilities, counseling, and more
unitedwayhouston.org

UTHealth Harris County Psychiatric Center
Inpatient psychiatric hospital for children and adults
hcpc.uth.edu

LGBTQIA+ Support – Houston

The Montrose Center
LGBTQ+ mental health counseling, youth programs, HIV prevention, senior services
(713) 529‑0037
montrosecenter.org

Hatch Youth (Montrose Center)
Safe spaces and peer support for LGBTQ+ youth
hatchyouth.org

Lesbian Health Initiative (LHI Houston)
Focused on healthcare access and education for LGBTQ+ women and trans men
lhi-houston.org

PFLAG Houston
pflaghHouston.org

Lubbock (Lubbock County)
Crisis & Emergency Resources

StarCare Specialty Health System – 24/7 Crisis Line
(806) 740‑1414
starcarelubbock.org

Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office – Non-Emergency
(806) 775‑1601

United Way of Lubbock – 2-1-1 Texas
2‑1‑1
Connects residents with food, housing, legal help, and mental health support
liveunitedlubbock.org

LGBTQIA+ Support – Lubbock

LubbockPRIDE / OUTwest Lubbock
LGBTQ+ events, outreach, and community engagement

lubbockpride.org

PFLAG Lubbock
pflag.org/find

SPeCtra (South Plains College LGBTQIA+ Group)
Campus-based LGBTQIA+ student and ally support
southplainscollege.edu

San Antonio (Bexar County)
The Center for Health Care Services – Family & Youth Services
(210) 261‑3350
Therapy and wraparound support for families with children facing emotional or behavioral health challenges.
chcsbc.org

Family Service Association of San Antonio
(210) 299‑2400
Affordable counseling, parenting education, financial coaching, and youth programs.
family-service.org

Clarity Child Guidance Center
(210) 616‑0300
Mental health treatment for kids and family-centered services like parenting tools and family therapy.
claritycgc.org

Parenting Education Program (Catholic Charities SA)
(210) 222‑1294
Free parenting classes, co-parenting support, and behavioral help.
ccaosa.org

San Antonio Family Justice Center
(210) 631‑0100
Wraparound services for families experiencing domestic violence.
safjc.org

Houston (Harris County)
DePelchin Children’s Center
(713) 730‑2335
Parenting classes, family therapy, adoption/foster care support, and trauma-informed care.
depelchin.org

The Harris Center – Family & Youth Services
(713) 970‑7000
Family-based mental health counseling, crisis stabilization, and case management.
theharriscenter.org

AVANCE-Houston
(713) 812‑0033
Parent-child education programs, early childhood learning, and family support for low-income households.
avancehouston.org

Houston Area Women’s Center
(713) 528‑2121 (24/7)
Emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of domestic and family violence.
hawc.org

United Way of Greater Houston – Family Services
2‑1‑1
Connects families with housing help, parenting support, childcare, and food access.
unitedwayhouston.org

Lubbock (Lubbock County)
StarCare Family & Youth Services
(806) 740‑1414
Mental health support and behavioral intervention for families with children or teens.
starcarelubbock.org

Parenting Cottage
(806) 795‑7552
Free parenting education, early literacy, and developmental screening.
parentingcottage.org

Children’s Home of Lubbock – Family Services
(806) 762‑0481
Family counseling, foster/adoption support, and educational resources.
childshome.org

Voice of Hope
(806) 763‑7273
Free family advocacy and crisis intervention for survivors of sexual violence.
voiceofhopelubbock.org

Communities In Schools of the South Plains
(806) 368‑8090
Integrated family support through school-based programs, case management, and connection to local services.
cissouthplains.org
Statewide & National Family Support

National Parent Helpline
1‑855‑427‑2736
Free emotional support for parents and caregivers, M–F 10am–7pm CST
nationalparenthelpline.org

Texas Health & Human Services – Parenting & Family Support
hhs.texas.gov/services/parenting

Zero to Three
Resources for parents of infants and toddlers, including developmental guidance and tips for healthy family relationships.
zerotothree.org

San Antonio (Bexar County)

The Center for Health Care Services – Addiction Services
(210) 261‑3076
Outpatient and detox services, recovery support, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
chcsbc.org

Adult Crisis Care Clinic (CHCS)
(210) 223‑7233 (24/7 crisis line)
Includes walk-in support and referrals for co-occurring mental health and substance use issues.

Alpha Home
(210) 735‑3822
Residential and outpatient treatment for women. Accepts Medicaid and most insurance.
alphahome.org

Lifetime Recovery Residential Center
(210) 734‑6362
Residential treatment and transitional housing for men.
lifetimerecoverytx.org

San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Awareness (SACADA)

(210) 225‑4741
Prevention, intervention, recovery services, and education.
sacada.org

Houston (Harris County)

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD – Substance Use Services
(713) 970‑7000
Crisis support and referrals for substance use and co-occurring disorders.
theharriscenter.org

Santa Maria Hostel
(713) 691‑0900
Residential and outpatient substance use treatment for women, including pregnant and parenting individuals.
santamariahostel.org

Cheyenne Center
(713) 691‑4898
Men’s residential addiction recovery program with 12-step-based approach.
cheyennecenter.com

Council on Recovery
(713) 914‑0556
Comprehensive recovery services for individuals and families, including assessments and education.
councilonrecovery.org

Bay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol (BACODA)

(800) 510‑3111
Community-based prevention and recovery support for Southeast Texas, including Houston metro.
bacoda.org

Lubbock (Lubbock County)

StarCare Specialty Health System – Substance Use Services
(806) 740‑1414 (24/7 line)
Detox, outpatient treatment, MAT, and recovery planning.
starcarelubbock.org

Managed Care Center for Addictive/Other Disorders
(806) 780‑8300
Outpatient and prevention services for adults and youth.
managedcarecenter.org

Plainview Serenity Center (serving Lubbock area)
(806) 293‑9722
Residential and outpatient recovery for men and women with sliding-scale payment options.
plainviewserenitycenter.org

Texas Tech University Center for Collegiate Recovery Communities
(806) 742‑2891
Support for students in recovery from substance use or addiction.
depts.ttu.edu/hs/csa/crc/

Statewide & National Addiction Resources

SAMHSA’s National Helpline
1‑800‑662‑HELP (4357)
24/7 free, confidential treatment referral and information service.
samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Texas Health and Human Services – Substance Use Services
hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use

National Harm Reduction Coalition
harmreduction.org
Education and support for safer use, overdose prevention, and community-based care.

San Antonio (Bexar County)

Children’s Crisis Services (CHCS)
(210) 261‑3350
Crisis response and outpatient services for youth up to age 17 experiencing emotional or behavioral health issues.
chcsbc.org

Clarity Child Guidance Center
(210) 616‑0300
Inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment for children and teens ages 3–17.
claritycgc.org

Thrive Youth Center
San Antonio
Emergency shelter and transitional housing for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness.
thriveyouthcenter.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio
(210) 436‑0686
After-school programs, mentorship, meals, academic support, and enrichment.
begreatsa.org

Communities In Schools of San Antonio
(210) 520‑8440
School-based support services focused on dropout prevention and academic achievement.
cissa.org

Houston (Harris County)

The Harris Center – Children & Adolescent Services
(713) 970‑7000
Mental health evaluations, therapy, and case management for youth and families.
theharriscenter.org

DePelchin Children’s Center
(713) 730‑2335
Mental health counseling, parenting support, foster care, and trauma services.
depelchin.org

Covenant House Texas
(713) 523‑2231
Shelter, meals, education, job readiness, and counseling for youth ages 18–24 experiencing homelessness.
covenanthousetx.org

Hatch Youth (Montrose Center)
Safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ youth ages 7–20, with peer support, programming, and crisis intervention.
montrosecenter.org

Youth 360 at The Council on Recovery
(713) 914‑0556
Substance use prevention and early intervention services for teens and families.
councilonrecovery.org

Lubbock (Lubbock County)

StarCare Youth & Family Services
(806) 740‑1414
Behavioral health care for children and adolescents including therapy, case management, and school support.
starcarelubbock.org

Children’s Home of Lubbock
(806) 762‑0481
Foster care, counseling, and residential care for children and teens.
childshome.org

Communities In Schools of the South Plains
(806) 368‑8090
In-school support for at-risk students to improve graduation rates and emotional well-being.
cissouthplains.org

Voice of Hope (formerly Rape Crisis Center)
(806) 763‑7273
Crisis support and prevention education for youth survivors of sexual violence.
voiceofhopelubbock.org

LubbockPRIDE Youth Programs
Community events, youth nights, and social support for LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults.
lubbockpride.org

National Youth Support Lines & Services

National Runaway Safeline
1‑800‑786‑2929
Text: 66008
Free, confidential support and resources for runaway, homeless, or at-risk youth.

1800runaway.org

The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth 13–24)
1‑866‑488‑7386
Text “START” to 678678 or chat online
thetrevorproject.org

Boys Town National Hotline (All youth & parents)
1‑800‑448‑3000
24/7 youth crisis support with trained counselors
boystown.org

Youth Crisis Text Line
Text “HOME” to 741741
Free, confidential text-based crisis support available 24/7.
crisistextline.org

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