RESOURCES

It takes a community to support individuals and families struggling with mental illness and substance abuse disorders. Below are some national and local resources that we hope will help.

National Resources

Suicide Lifeline

We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Call or text 9-8-8 if you are thinking about suicide.

NAMI

National Alliance

on Mental Illness

What started as a small group of families gathered around a kitchen table in 1979 has blossomed into the nation's leading voice on mental health. Today, NAMI is an alliance of more than 600 local affiliates who work in communities to raise awareness and provide support and education that was not previously available to those in need.

Mental health america

Operating nationally and in communities across the country, Mental Health America advocates for closing the mental health equity gap while increasing nationwide awareness and understanding through public education, direct services, tools, and research.

North Carolina

LME/MCO Directory

LME/MCOs, or Local Management Entity/Managed Care Organizations, are companies that:

manage NC Medicaid Tailored Plans
coordinate certain services for NC Medicaid Direct beneficiaries
coordinate certain services for EBCI Tribal Option members

There is one LME/MCO for each county.

Faith Connections on Mental Illness

FCMI provides education and outreach to members of faith communities across the State of NC, inspiring a spirit of compassion and understanding for people living with mental illness. The organization offers monthly Connectors meetings which reaches across and embraces members of ALL denominations.

LEARN MORE ON HOW TO BECOME INVOLVED.

Social Security Administration

This link contains a local office locator to your Social Security Administration. You can also apply for SSI and SSDI benefits online at ssa.gov.

LOCATE OFFICE

NC Department of Health & Human Services

Learn about NC Medicaid Expansion, eligibility, and how to apply HERE.

Local Resources

PORCH Communities

Chapel Hill-Carrboro, Durham, and Hillsborough

If you are experiencing food insufficiency, contact a local PORCH organization in your community. Families local to Chapel Hill-Carrboro can connect HERE.

Durham County residents connect HERE.

Hillsborough area families can connect HERE.

Local Mental Health Clubhouse Facilities

Adults living with mental illness can often feel isolated and alone. We're fortunate to have a few clubhouse organizations in the Triangle to help individuals experience social engagement, community connection, support, and learning opportunities. Use the links below for clubhouses in your community.

DURHAM COUNTY, NC - Threshold Clubhouse

ORANGE COUNTY, NC - Club Nova

WAKE COUNTY, NC - Club Horizon

CHATHAM COUNTY, NC - Club Insight

UNC

Center for Excellence

in Community Mental Health

The UNC Community Comprehensive Mental Health Clinic at Carr Mill provides comprehensive outpatient mental health evaluation and treatment for adults in the STEP Clinic, including those with co-occurring substance use, mental illness and physical illness.

INFORMATION ON AVAILABLE SERVICES

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