Behavioral Health Resources

Always call 911 in an emergency

Suicide Prevention Hotline:

  • 988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This dialing code is currently available to everyone across the United States.
  • When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, provide free and confidential support, and connect you to resources as necessary. 
  • The former Lifeline phone number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

For Mothers:

  • Depression and anxiety can happen during pregnancy or after birth. Learn the signs and how to get help. If you are thinking about harming yourself or your family, or if you are concerned about someone, call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline or get someone you trust to help you make the call.
  • The hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish.
    • Call 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-800-943-5746) 

For Veterans:

  • Veterans and service members in crisis don't have to face it alone. If you're thinking about hurting yourself, having thoughts of suicide, or becoming self-destructive, there are responders ready to help. Contact the Veterans Crisis Line immediately for assistance. The Veterans Crisis Line provides 24/7 confidential crisis support.
    • Call 988 and Press 1
    • Text 838255

For Military:

  • Military OneSource is your connection to information, answers and support when MilLife happens. They can help you overcome challenges, reach your goals, and thrive.
    • Call 1-800-342-9647

For Youth:

Mobile Crisis Responseis for children under the age of 21 who are enrolled with a managed care plan and experiencing a mental health crisis. When determined appropriate, the CARES line will dispatch a contracted crisis responder to the child’s location. The crisis responder will complete a face-to-face crisis assessment to determine whether or not the child can be stabilized in the community.  

For Substance Abuse Help:

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline also known as, the Treatment Referral Routing Service, this Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.

For General Emotional Support:

  • A list of available mental and behavioral health resources available from the Illinois Department of Health can be found here https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29735
  • Comprehensive list of Hotlines/Crisis Lines
  • For non-crisis services call 211
    • Services Include:
      • Basic Human Needs: such as food, shelter, rent and utility assistance
      • Physical and Mental Health Resources: such as health insurance programs, Medicaid and Medicare, medical information lines, crisis intervention services
      • Employment Supports: such as job training, transportation assistance, education programs
      • Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities: such as adult day care, respite care, home health care, independent living programs
      • Support for Children, Youth and Families: such as after school programs, family resource centers, mentoring, tutoring, protective services
      • Website: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/dial-211-essential-community-services
    • Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers Help is Here, a hub that connects Illinois residents with food, medical, shelter, recovery and additional resources.
      • 1-833-2-FIND-HELP (1-833-234-6343)

Additional Resources

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmenthas compiled a list of emergency rental assistance programs as well as eviction resources, housing counselors and utility assistance programs.

Kendall County Health Department: Can provide an assessment and help with acute symptoms of mental illness, alcohol and other drug abuse, emotional distress, and symptoms resulting from domestic violence, abuse, or neglect.

Other Services: Eldercare Services, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation, Outpatient Mental Health Services, Outpatient Substance Abuse Services

  • For 24/7 Mental or Public Health Emergencies and to schedule an appointment, call 630-553-9100
  • Hours:
    • Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
    • Tuesday: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm.
    • Wednesday: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
    • Thursday: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm.
    • Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    • Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Will County Health Department Behavioral Health Services:  The Will County Health Department Provides Behavioral Health Services to Adults, Children and Adolescents.

WCHD Behavioral Health provides client-focused, community-based services in accordance with current clinical knowledge and accepted best-practices and standards of care. The Will County Health Department also has a Mobile Crisis Response that provides screening and assessment of children, adolescents, and adults prior to any admission to a hospital for inpatient psychiatric care.

Putnam County Health Department Mental Health Services:

Bureau County Health Department Mental Health Services:  

Kane County Behavioral Health Council:

DeKalb County Mental Health Resources:

​​​​​​​LaSalle County 708 Mental Health Board:

From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration:

Office Locations

Joliet District Office
116 N. Chicago Street
Suite 201
Joliet, IL  60432
(630) 549-2190
Washington DC Office
2228 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC  20515
(202) 225-2976