Sometimes getting the help you need is as simple as finding self-help tools and resources. Below is information to help get you pointed in the right direction and help you better prioritize your mental and behavioral health.
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Crisis resources
If you or a loved one need crisis intervention, know that help is available. Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States. While this statistic can be alarming, there is hope. Connect with someone if you or someone you love is at risk.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Text or call 9-8-8 or 988lifeline.org
National Veterans Crisis Line – 9-8-8, press 1 or veteranscrisisline.net
National Domestic Violence Hotline – 800-799-SAFE (7233), 800-787-3224 (TTY) or thehotline.org
LGBTQ Youth Crisis Support – 866-488-7386 or www.thetrevorproject.org
Substance Use Hotline – 877-326-2458
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Community resources
Powered by FindHelp.org, you’ll get access to community resource listings and programs that connect you to free or reduced-cost support, such as food pantries, housing resources, job resources, financial assistance and more.
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Mental health and substance use resources
UAMS Health AR ConnectNOW
Supported by our Blue and You Foundation, UAMS Health AR ConnectNOW is a comprehensive behavioral health treatment program for all Arkansans dealing with a variety of mental health and substance use issues. Call 800-482-9921.
Visit UAMS Health AR ConnectNOW
Resource available for those living within the state of Arkansas. For crisis information outside Arkansas, dial 9-8-8 to speak to someone.
Education about substance use disorders
To provide further education about substance use disorders, we are excited to collaborate with Shatterproof to bring you the Just Five program.
Visit JustFiveLucet
Lucet has curated a list of mobile apps designed to help you achieve your behavioral health goals.
Find apps for mindfulness, stress and mental health supportBehavioral health screening
Behavioral health screenings are an easy first step toward finding the help you need for yourself or a loved one.
Take an online screeningBreaking stigmas
Learn how to normalize the conversation and reduce the stigma surrounding mental and behavioral health in the state of Arkansas.
Normalize the ConversationSober Sidekick
Sober Sidekick is an app and social network that helps you maintain your sobriety by connecting with a community of people who can empathize with where you are.
Visit Sober SidekickReviveAR app
Recognize the signs of an opioid-related drug overdose, get family support resources for those battling addiction, and a step-by-step tutorial with audio instructions on how to use Naloxone with the ReviveAR app. If in Arkansas, the app connects to local treatment and recovery resources along with a list of Arkansas Take Back locations.
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Understanding Health Insurance
Understanding and using health insurance can be overwhelming. If you’ve found yourself feeling overwhelmed, you aren’t alone. 77% of Americans are confused by health insurance terms. These terms are universal when it comes to healthcare coverage. Understanding them can help prepare you when choosing a plan and knowing how to use it. That’s why we’ve created resources to help you navigate your healthcare with health insurance basics.