Helpful Information and Resources
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The Tampa Bay Crisis Center
Call 2 1 1
The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay brings help, hope and healing to people facing serious life challenges or trauma resulting from sexual assault, suicidal thoughts, domestic violence, financial distress or emotional or situational problems. They are available 24/7. You can reach them by dialing 211.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Call 988
The National Suicide Prevention Center can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
ULifeLine for College Students -
Text "START" to 741-741 or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
This is a great support service for college students to reach out for help. ULifeline also helps to find help and support for a friend in need.
National Youth Talkline
(800) 246-PRIDE
All of the services are free and confidential. This is a hotline for teens and young adults up to age 25 about coming-out issues, relationship concerns, parent issues, school problems, anxiety and much more.
Are You Safe Program
(813) 997-7432
Are You Safe Program provides legal and social services to victims of domestic violence and to promote awareness and education within our community, legal community and law enforcement agencies.
The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386
Trained counselors are here to support you 24/7. If you are in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call the TrevorLifeline now or text START to 678678. You can also visit trevorspace.org to sign up for information about support. This is a safe space for youth up to 24 years of age.
Addiction and Recovery
Their goal is to equip people and their families with the best information, resources, and tools to overcome addiction and find lifelong recovery.
Book Recommendations
The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John Gottman
Smart but Scattered Teens by Richard Guare
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk
Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents: 7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle and Raise Courageous and Independent Children by Reid Wilson