Resource Directory
Having access to the right information is crucial when facing a mental health issue, whether you’re the one affected by it or supporting someone who is.
We’re here to help. Browse the following options to learn more.
Local Resources
Stride Center - Columbus: A crisis intervention center to serve those experiencing a mental health or substance abuse crisis 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn More (PDF) // 812-669-3100
Search UWBC: Our community looks to United Way of Bartholomew County for information and support – whether domestic, health, financial or disaster-related. UWBC has information to connect people of all ages to the crucial health and human services you need.
Indiana Youth Group - Columbus: Focused on providing therapy that is gender-affirming, trauma-informed, client-centered, and strengths-based. Art Therapy & Video Game Therapy are available. Individual & group counseling options are available. All services are free of cost!
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Confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
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Resources have been compiled by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction designed to help Hoosiers stay connected and maintain their well-being. The information has been validated by local and national experts that you can trust.
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Community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and promoting the overall mental health of all.
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NAMI: Nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
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Project AWARE advocates sustainable mental health awareness practices for Indiana educators and the school-aged youth and families they serve. Together, we have the power to foster safe environments and build resilient students.
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Agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation and to improve the lives of individuals living with mental and substance use disorders, and their families.
Resources for Families Coping with Mental and Substance Use Disorders
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Made available by their alliance of the leading mental health organizations.
Addiction | Anxiety & Stress | BIPOC | Coping Skills | Depression & Sadness | LGBTQ+ | Parenting | Student Support | Suicide Prevention | Therapy | Trainings | Trauma | Young/ Young Adults
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Seize the Awkward helps provide young people with the inspiration and resources they need to help them reach out to their friends and start conversations about mental health.
Reports & Publications
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Bartholomew County values youth voice. Resilience Through Strengths survey was conducted in 2022 to identify where our community can meet needs.
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A snapshot of child well-being statewide. Includes intentional insight and ways that you can take action to address the needs of kids at the local, state, and national level.
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Recommended Videos to Watch
“Nearly 58 million adults in the U.S. suffer from a mental illness, but less than half receive treatment.”
Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, discusses the current state of U.S. mental health and access to care.
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