Pivot Collaborative
a collective focused on race, gender and inclusion
Resources
Web Resources
These websites may be of interest to you if you’re interested in learning more about what you or a loved one is experiencing, or if you are seeking additional resources and support.
NAMI Chicago
The National Alliance on Mental Illness – Chicago Chapter offers referrals, education, and support through their website and helpline, as well as in-person education courses, trainings, and support groups for families and individuals
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
DBSA offers in-person and online support groups for people living with a mood disorder as well as friends and family
Breaking the Silence
Non profit organization that focuses on Mental Wellness in the black Community
Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness
A social impact business tailored to provide young Black women with accessible mental wellness education, resource connection, community support, and merchandise that empowers them to take charge of their mental wellbeing
Dr. Obari Cartman
One of the nation’s premiere experts on the mental health of young Black men
Chicago Alcoholics Anonymous
AA is a nonprofit fellowship of individuals for whom alcohol has become a major problem. They meet regularly to help each other stay sober. Meeting locations are all over Chicago.
Chicago Narcotics Anonymous
NA is a nonprofit fellowship of individuals for whom drugs have become a major problem. They meet regularly to help each other stay sober. Meeting locations are all over Chicago.
Howard Brown Health
Access to LGBTQ affirming primary care, STI/STD testing, HIV/AIDS services, TGNC healthcare, and women’s health services at clinics across Chicago
Center on Halsted
Community center dedicated to advancing community and securing the health and well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) people of Chicagoland
National Coalition for Sexual Freedom
Aims to advance the rights of, and advocate for consenting adults in the BDSM-Leather-Fetish, Swing, and Polyamory Communities through direct services, education, advocacy, and outreach
Crisis & Support Hotlines
These phone numbers are accessible to anyone needing immediate support during a particularly difficult time, and are categorized by population(s) served.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24/7 free and confidential support and crisis resources
1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Crisis Textline
24/7 text message support for those in crisis
text CONNECT to 741741
National Runaway Switchboard
24/7 crisis support and resources for runaway and homeless youth
1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)
Child Abuse Hotline
24/7 Illinois DCFS hotline to report child abuse or neglect
1-800-25-ABUSE (1-800-252-2873)
Between Friends
24/7 domestic violence crisis line
1-800-603-HELP (1-800-603-4357)
Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline
24/7 Chicago rape hotline for survivors of sexual violence and and their significant others
1-888-293-2080
Cook County Jail Mental Health Hotline
24/7 resource for families and friends of individuals that are currently incarcerated and living with mental illness who are in need of special treatment and/or medication while in the Cook County Jail.
773-674-CARE (773-674-2273)