The 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. AMHC is the local responder to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline calls in Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties.

The State of Maine’s crisis telephone response service is for individuals or families experiencing a behavioral health crisis or having thoughts of suicide and/or self-harm. Trained crisis call specialists answer the line and provide free and confidential telephone support and stabilization 24/7 at 1-888-568-1112. AMHC Mobile Staff are the local responders to Maine Crisis Line calls in Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties.

Whether you want to make a change related to your own substance use or you are exploring resources and services for a loved one, your local OPTIONS Liaison is someone you can trust to help you navigate. Liaisons are substance use professionals plugged into a network of local resources for harm reduction, treatment, and recovery, as well as other services. They offer judgment-free guidance, understanding that everyone’s path is unique and not every service is a good fit for every person. Get in touch now and read more about how to find support below.

To promote healing and justice for all who are affected by sexual violence through advocacy, education, and prevention. This service is free and confidential. Call/Text is available 24/7 at 1-800-871-7741. Chat is available 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. AMHC Sexual Assault Services is pleased to provide this service in Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties. 

NAMI Maine’s Teen Text Support Line is a free, confidential resource for youth ages 13 to 23. It is staffed by trained support specialists ages 18 to 24. Text Us at 207-515-8398. The hours are Mon-Fri: 2 pm-10 pm & Sat-Sun: 12 pm-10 pm EST. Please note: The Teen Text Support Line is not a crisis line. In addition, the Teen Text Support Line cannot support users with international phone numbers.

StrengthenME is Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services program, offering free stress management and resiliency resources to promote the health and well-being of all Mainers. Knowing there is no health without mental health, StrengthenME resources aim to inspire hope and resilience. Services are 100% anonymous, low-barrier, and community-focused.

The Maine FrontLine WarmLine is a phone support service that provides Maine’s essential health care workers, first responders, and school staff with help in managing the stress of providing essential services. The helpline is available from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week by calling 207-221-8196 or 1-866-367-4440.

A free, confidential information and referral service that connects people of all ages across Maine to local services. 211 Maine is based in Maine and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.