www.alabamapublichealth.gov/suicide
(334) 206-5300
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Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Alabama Public Health suicide education including crisis numbers, videos, statistics, and articles.
Alabama Resources
Crisis and Suicide
www.sprc.org/states/alabama
Lists state resources for suicide prevention
Lists state resources for suicide prevention
www.afsp.org/chapter/afsp-alabama
jhall@afsp.org | (205)778-8284
This is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against one of the leading causes of death.
jhall@afsp.org | (205)778-8284
This is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against one of the leading causes of death.
Programs
- Events
- Annual Advocacy Forum
- Healthcare Professional Burnout, Depression, and Suicide Prevention
- It’s Real: College Students and Mental Health
- Living with Bipolar Disorder
- More Than Sad
- Signs Matter: Early Detection
- State Capitol Days
- Stronger Communities: LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention
- International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
- Survivor Outreach Program
- Talk Saves Lives™: An Introduction to Suicide Prevention
www.csna.org
(256)716-1000
Organization comprised of 3 major programs with specific goals and objectives.
(256)716-1000
Organization comprised of 3 major programs with specific goals and objectives.
Programs
- Domestic Violence Program - HOPE Place Shelter Program offers shelter services in Madison County and Morgan Counties, Outreach services (court advocacy, education, and case management), and DV Responder Program.
- Crisis Counseling Program - Volunteer Services, Sexual Assault Response Team, HELPline - (256)716-1000, Trauma Counseling Program, Education, Training, and a Speakers Bureau
- Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) Program - Program utilizes nurses who have been specially trained to provide comprehensive care and forensic services to sexual assault and domestic violence victims.
Domestic Violence
www.acadv.org
info@acadv.org | (334)832-4842
A state nonprofit organization that's dedicated to working towards a peaceful society where domestic violence no longer exists. The ACADV is a network of community-based programs that provide support and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence and their children. The ACADV serves domestic violence survivors statewide through shelters, a 24-hour crisis line (1-800-650-6522), legal services, and safety planning.
info@acadv.org | (334)832-4842
A state nonprofit organization that's dedicated to working towards a peaceful society where domestic violence no longer exists. The ACADV is a network of community-based programs that provide support and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence and their children. The ACADV serves domestic violence survivors statewide through shelters, a 24-hour crisis line (1-800-650-6522), legal services, and safety planning.
Programs
- S.A.I.L. Project - This project ensures that there is a domestic violence specialist on staff in each county D.H.R. office to reach individuals who might not call the crisis hotline or visit a shelter, but still need help dealing with the effects of domestic violence in their relationship.
- Perpetrator Intervention Programs - Classes are held for abusers that are voluntary or court-ordered to help change violent behavior.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/domestic-violence/alabama
Find support groups for domestic violence throughout the state.
Find support groups for domestic violence throughout the state.
Eating Disorders
www.alabamaeatingdisorders.com
An evolving volunteer network made up of therapists, educators, health professionals, and individuals interested in creating a statewide program for eating disorder awareness.
An evolving volunteer network made up of therapists, educators, health professionals, and individuals interested in creating a statewide program for eating disorder awareness.
Treatment Directories
- Therapists
- Dietitians/Nutritionists
- Support Groups
- Treatment Centers
www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/eating-disorders/alabama
Find support groups for eating disorders throughout the state.
Find support groups for eating disorders throughout the state.
LGBT
www.algbtical.org
algbtical@gmail.com
State branch of national ALGBTIC organization that seeks to promote greater awareness and understanding of sexual identity topics and sexual minority issues serving members of the counseling profession, related helping occupations, their clients and students, and the community.
algbtical@gmail.com
State branch of national ALGBTIC organization that seeks to promote greater awareness and understanding of sexual identity topics and sexual minority issues serving members of the counseling profession, related helping occupations, their clients and students, and the community.
www.centralalabamapride.org
(256)813-4227
Non-profit organization committed to spreading the message of equality each year with the production of our LGBT Pride events which also brings together all Alabama citizens. We also support HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout the year such as Birmingham AIDS Outreach, AIDS Alabama, and Magic City Wellness Center and Acceptance Center.
(256)813-4227
Non-profit organization committed to spreading the message of equality each year with the production of our LGBT Pride events which also brings together all Alabama citizens. We also support HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout the year such as Birmingham AIDS Outreach, AIDS Alabama, and Magic City Wellness Center and Acceptance Center.
- Pride's Got Talent
- Awards
- Parades
- Community Resources
Mental Health
www.mh.alabama.gov
alabama.dmh@mh.alabama.gov
1-800-367-0955 | 334-242-3454
State department promoting the health and well-being of Alabamians with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities and substance use disorders
alabama.dmh@mh.alabama.gov
1-800-367-0955 | 334-242-3454
State department promoting the health and well-being of Alabamians with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities and substance use disorders
Services
- Advocacy Services
- Children & Adolescent Services
- Deaf Services
- Nurse Delegation Program - provides training and technical support to community-based providers that serve individuals who require assistance with medication administration and health monitoring in certified residential and day rehabilitation settings
- Training Resources
www.alabamamentalhealth.org
State organization dedicated to gaining access statewide to Mental Health providers, mental health information, mental health support and mental health services
State organization dedicated to gaining access statewide to Mental Health providers, mental health information, mental health support and mental health services
- Children Programs
- Adolescent Programs
- Adult Programs
www.crisiscenterbham.org
Crisis center serves the unmet needs of people experiencing personal crisis or mental health issues and respond with services that promote coping, emotional health and well-being | Blount County, Jefferson County, St. Clair County, Shelby County and Walker County
Crisis center serves the unmet needs of people experiencing personal crisis or mental health issues and respond with services that promote coping, emotional health and well-being | Blount County, Jefferson County, St. Clair County, Shelby County and Walker County
Services
- Crisis Intervention & Prevention
- Sexual Assault Services
- Mental Health Services
www.eamhc.org
1-800-815-0630 | (334)742-2877
assists individuals with a serious emotional disturbance or developmental delay, serious mental illness, intellectual disability, and/or a substance abuse problem in achieving their unique personal outcome | Lee County, Russell County, Chambers County, Tallapoosa County
1-800-815-0630 | (334)742-2877
assists individuals with a serious emotional disturbance or developmental delay, serious mental illness, intellectual disability, and/or a substance abuse problem in achieving their unique personal outcome | Lee County, Russell County, Chambers County, Tallapoosa County
Mental Illness Services
- Outpatient
- Family & Children's Services
- Day Services
- Residential Services
- Inpatient Crisis Stabilization
Substance Abuse Services
- Psycho-Social Assessments
- Psycho-Educational Therapy
- Individual Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Continuing Care Groups
Intellectual Disabilities Services
- Case Management
- Day Services
- Group Training
- Residential Care
- Supervised Community Living Homes
Prevention Services
- Community Coalitions
- Youth Advisory Groups
- Juvenile Court Education Programs
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- School Based Education
- Outreach
www.eastcentralmhc.org
(334)566-6022
A comprehensive community mental health center providing mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. | Bullock, Macon, and Pike Counties
(334)566-6022
A comprehensive community mental health center providing mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services. | Bullock, Macon, and Pike Counties
Services
- Access to Care
- Administrative and Support Services
- Adult Mental Illness Outpatient Services
- Case Mnagement - Children and Adult
- Child and Adolescent Mental Illness Outpatient Services
- Emergency/Crisis Services
- DEvelopmental Disabilities Services
- Mental Illness Adult In-home Intervention Services
- Mental Illness Child and Adolescent In-home Intervention Services
- Patient Assistance Program - Bullock County
- Rehavilitative Day Program
- Residential Services
- Substance Abuse Adult Intensive Outpatient
www.ldaalabama.org
president@ldaalabama.org
Organization provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources.
president@ldaalabama.org
Organization provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources.
www.mhcnca.org
(256)355-6105
Services provided by the Mental Health Center include: psychiatric assessment, medication prescription, outpatient counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, housing, transportation, prevention and other services that serve the mental health needs of the community | Lawrence, Limestone, and Morgan counties, Alabama
(256)355-6105
Services provided by the Mental Health Center include: psychiatric assessment, medication prescription, outpatient counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, housing, transportation, prevention and other services that serve the mental health needs of the community | Lawrence, Limestone, and Morgan counties, Alabama
www.mamha.org
(334)279-7830 | TTY: (334)271-2855
Authority is certified by the Alabama Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation (DMH/MR) as a Community Mental Health Center. Accordingly, services are provided in accordance with the Community Mental Health Program Standards promulgated by DMH/MR | Montgomery County, Autauga County, Elmore County and Lowndes County
(334)279-7830 | TTY: (334)271-2855
Authority is certified by the Alabama Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation (DMH/MR) as a Community Mental Health Center. Accordingly, services are provided in accordance with the Community Mental Health Program Standards promulgated by DMH/MR | Montgomery County, Autauga County, Elmore County and Lowndes County
Services
- Psychiatric Services
- Medication Management and Monitoring
- Adult Residential Treatment Services
Individual Therapy for Adults
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Intensive Day Treatment
- Rehabilitative Day Treatment
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia
Individual Therapy for Children
- Anxiety
- Divorce/Blended Family Issues
- Cultural/Ethnic Issues
- School Based Therapy
- Court Screenings/Evaluations
Outreach Services
- Assertive Community Treatment
- Case Management Services
- Supported Housing
- Full Pediatric Services
- Referrals to Other Agencies
www.namialabama.org
(334)396-4797
Alabama chapter of NAMI that provides support, education, and advocacy for persons with mental illnesses, their families, and others whose lives are affected by these brain disorders.
(334)396-4797
Alabama chapter of NAMI that provides support, education, and advocacy for persons with mental illnesses, their families, and others whose lives are affected by these brain disorders.
- Education
- Support
- Coordinates Statewide Network of Local Affiliates
www.psichapters.com/al
(334)222-2523
Alabama state chapter of Postpartum Support International (PSI), the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.
(334)222-2523
Alabama state chapter of Postpartum Support International (PSI), the world’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping those suffering from perinatal mood disorders, the most common complication of childbirth.
- Support Coordinators
- Support Groups
- Other Resources
www.scamhc.org
(251)575-4203
Mental health center with dedicated staff of South-Central Alabama Mental Health provide a comprehensive and integrated system of community based programs and services | Butler, Crenshaw, Covington, and Coffee counties.
(251)575-4203
Mental health center with dedicated staff of South-Central Alabama Mental Health provide a comprehensive and integrated system of community based programs and services | Butler, Crenshaw, Covington, and Coffee counties.
Services
- Administrative Services
- Prevention Services
- Developmental Disabilities Services
- Substance Abuse Services
- Supportive Housing Services
- Residential Group Home Services
- Small Adult Capacity 3 Bed Group Home Services
- Adult In-Home Intervention Services
- Rehabilitative Day Treatment Services
- Emergency/Crisis Services
- Outpatient Services
- Case Management Services (Adult and Children)
- Resources - AA/NA Meetings, Perscription Assistance, Recovery Mobile App, Mental Health Symptoms
www.swamh.com
Services are provided by a group of professional counselors, case managers, nurses, psychiatrists and qualified mental retardation professionals. For persons in crisis situations, immediate care is available 24 hours a day through the Crisis Line service. | Conecuh, Clarke, Escambia, and Monroe Counties
Services are provided by a group of professional counselors, case managers, nurses, psychiatrists and qualified mental retardation professionals. For persons in crisis situations, immediate care is available 24 hours a day through the Crisis Line service. | Conecuh, Clarke, Escambia, and Monroe Counties
Services
- Administrative and Support Services
- Compass School
- Intellectual Disabilities Services
- Substance Abuse Adult Intensive Outpatient
- Consultation and Education
- Semi-Independent Living Services
- Residential Services
- Mental Illness Adult In-home Services
- Rehabilitative Day Treatment Services
- Emergency/Crisis Services
- Mental Illness Outpatient Services
- Case Management - Adults and Children
- 24 Hour Service Line - 1-800-239-4673
Sexual Health
www.aidsalabama.org
Organization that devotes its energy and resources statewide to helping people with HIV/AIDS live healthy, independent lives and works to prevent the spread of HIV.
Organization that devotes its energy and resources statewide to helping people with HIV/AIDS live healthy, independent lives and works to prevent the spread of HIV.
Support Groups
- I Am He (Health and Empowered) - peer lead support group for men living with HIV/AIDS
- I Am She - peer lead support group for women living with HIV/AIDS
- Somos Nosotros (We Are) - brings together members of the Latinx population in Alabama, their partners and family members in a community based, culturally supportive environment
Substance Abuse Help
- Living in Balance Chemical Addiction Program - offers individual, group, and family counseling, drug screening, case management services, jobs and education assistance, HIV education, and psychiatric assessment
Mental Health Help
- Living Well Outpatient Center - psychiatric assessment; medication monitoring; nursing assessment; individual, family, and group therapy; psychosocial support services; GED, vocational, and independent living skills training; treatment adherence counseling; bi-lingual case management; telehealth services to rural areas, including psychiatric evaluation, mental health counseling, and case management
Mental Health Help
- Emergency Shelter – Rectory program for homeless single adults who are HIV positive and have a substance abuse diagnosis
- Jasper House - communal living residential facility for adults living with HIV and a diagnosis of a serious mental illness
- Permanent Housing - Agape, Agape II, and Magnolia Place (Mobile, AL) programs are rental units operating as permanent housing
- Permanent Supportive Housing - Family Places program is housing for families with a qualifying HIV positive member living within Housing and Urban Development (HUD) low income limits that also meet the HUD homelessness definition.
- Rapid Rehousing - program that serves individuals and families coming directly from the streets or emergency shelter
- Utility Assistance
- Health Insurance Premium/Co-pay Assistance
- Case Management
- Transportation
- Medical Services
- HIV/STI Testing
www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv
(334)206-5364
Has a mission of reducing the incidence of HIV infections, to increase life expectancy for those infected, and to improve the quality of life for persons living with or affected by HIV
(334)206-5364
Has a mission of reducing the incidence of HIV infections, to increase life expectancy for those infected, and to improve the quality of life for persons living with or affected by HIV
Programs
- Drug Assistance Program
- Ever Blank Matters - campaign promoting statewide compliance of data submission regarding the National HIV Prevention Program Monitoring and Evaluation standards set by the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- HIV/AIDS 101
- HIV and Pregnancy
- HIV Provider Training
- HIV Testing and Services
- PrEP/PEP - People at very high risk for HIV take HIV medicines daily to lower their chances of getting infected. PrEP can stop HIV from taking hold and spreading throughout your body.
- HIV Prevenetion Network Groups
- Start Talking Alabama - seeks to increase HIV awareness and decrease the stigma by sharing prevention, testing, and treatment information, and support
- Statistics
- Telehealth - opportunity for ADPH and its partners to extend quality services in an equitable manner for clients as close to home as possible
www.alabamapublichealth.gov/std
(334)206-2765
Organization working to identify populations at increased risk for sexually transmitted infections in order to reduce transmission to others and the development of related complications.
(334)206-2765
Organization working to identify populations at increased risk for sexually transmitted infections in order to reduce transmission to others and the development of related complications.
Features
- Facts and Figures
- Screening
- Report a Case
- Alabama Trends
- Statistics
- Communicable Diseases
Substance Abuse
www.apcbham.org
(205)874-8498 | 324 Commons Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
The Addiction Prevention Coalition (APC) is a non-profit community resource that aims to eliminate addiction in Central Alabama. Originally named The Freedom Source, APC has been providing support for the greater Birmingham area for over a decade. Through our in-school prevention programs, educational events, and our collection of support services, APC aims to be a convener of organizations united to prevent addiction and relapse.
(205)874-8498 | 324 Commons Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
The Addiction Prevention Coalition (APC) is a non-profit community resource that aims to eliminate addiction in Central Alabama. Originally named The Freedom Source, APC has been providing support for the greater Birmingham area for over a decade. Through our in-school prevention programs, educational events, and our collection of support services, APC aims to be a convener of organizations united to prevent addiction and relapse.
Prevention
- Awareness Events
- Prevention Education in Schools
- Prevention Education for Adults (workplace seminars, parent meetings, conferences, and churches)
- Prevention Resources (pamphlets, brochures, and other organizations)
Addiction
- What is Addiction?
- Are You or Your Loved One at Risk?
- Signs and Symptoms
- Resources
Student Initiatives
Eductation
- INFOCUS Student Chapters - Peer-led student chapters in 15 High Schools dealing with the catalyst issues that lead to addiction.
- Social and Emotional Learning - SEL helps empower students with the skills needed to make responsible decisions and handle difficult situations, including exposure to alcohol or other drugs.
- Early Intervention - currently in Dupuy Alternative School using Evidence-based curriculum and partnering with UAB Beacon Recovery
Leadership
- Youth Advisory Council - comprised of passionate and dedicated students from each of our INFOCUS chapters, who wish to advocate for and educate their peers
- FOCUS Rally - Leadership Rally in the Fall, led by the FOCUS Organization
- Youth-to-Youth Leadership Conference - Youth to Youth is the recognized leader for engaging youth in positive change. APC takes leaders from the YAC group to the Youth to Youth Conference in Central Ohio each summer for training and leadership development.
Service
- Community Service - Each INFOCUS Student Chapters are trained and encouraged to plan and execute community service projects where they invite their fellow students to take part in.
- Ambassador Program - APC Volunteers are trained and deployed in the High Schools to support, lead and encourage the INFOCUS Student Chapters.
- Birmingham Coalition - group of engaged community volunteers that meet every other month to plan and implement local prevention campaigns.
- News & Events
- APC Blog
- Donate
- Find Help
- End Heroin Walk
www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/addiction/alabama
Find addiction support groups throughout Alabama.
Find addiction support groups throughout Alabama.
www.mh.alabama.gov/sa
(251)438-1625
A department that encompasses the development, coordination, and management of a comprehensive system of treatment and prevention services for alcoholism/drug addiction and abuse.
(251)438-1625
A department that encompasses the development, coordination, and management of a comprehensive system of treatment and prevention services for alcoholism/drug addiction and abuse.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/treatment-rehab/substance-abuse/alabama
Find treatment centers throughout Alabama.
Find treatment centers throughout Alabama.
www.alnwfl-al-anon.org
webmaster@alnwfl-al-anon.org
Fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems who believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.
webmaster@alnwfl-al-anon.org
Fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems who believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.
www.aaarea1.org
pichair@aaarea1.org
The geographic area assigned by the General Service Office of Alcoholics Anonymous to the region that encompasses Alabama & Northwest Florida.
pichair@aaarea1.org
The geographic area assigned by the General Service Office of Alcoholics Anonymous to the region that encompasses Alabama & Northwest Florida.
www.alnwfl.org
(256)500-8889
A regional service committee who is supportive of its areas and groups and their primary purpose by linking together the areas and groups within its region; by helping areas and groups with their basic situations and needs; and by encouraging the growth of the fellowship
(256)500-8889
A regional service committee who is supportive of its areas and groups and their primary purpose by linking together the areas and groups within its region; by helping areas and groups with their basic situations and needs; and by encouraging the growth of the fellowship
Events
- Fun in the Sun
- Surrender in the Mountains
- Meetings
www.notonemorealabama.org
mail@notonemorealabama.org | (256)384-5055
Organization educating families about the hazards of heroin and other drug abuse disorders to help guide our loved ones to a path that is free of devastation, incarceration, and death; and to help those that may be struggling with addiction in order to lift them to a place of recovery and peace.
mail@notonemorealabama.org | (256)384-5055
Organization educating families about the hazards of heroin and other drug abuse disorders to help guide our loved ones to a path that is free of devastation, incarceration, and death; and to help those that may be struggling with addiction in order to lift them to a place of recovery and peace.
- Volunteer Application
- Events
- Resources
Veterans
www.va.alabama.gov
(334)242-5077
State organization that promotes awareness, assist eligible veterans, their families, and survivors to receive from the U. S. and State Governments with any and all benefits to which they may be entitled under existing or future laws to be enacted.
(334)242-5077
State organization that promotes awareness, assist eligible veterans, their families, and survivors to receive from the U. S. and State Governments with any and all benefits to which they may be entitled under existing or future laws to be enacted.
- Federal Benefits
- State Benefits
- Legal Assistance
- Homeless Veterans Assistance
www.alavetnet.alabama.gov
AlaVetNet@Governor.Alabama.Gov
Seven functional teams address the full-spectrum of the needs of Alabama’s Veterans in the areas of Community Support Services, Education & Research, Employment & Workforce Development, Family & Youth, Health ampersand Wellbeing, Legal & Justice, and Strategic Communications
AlaVetNet@Governor.Alabama.Gov
Seven functional teams address the full-spectrum of the needs of Alabama’s Veterans in the areas of Community Support Services, Education & Research, Employment & Workforce Development, Family & Youth, Health ampersand Wellbeing, Legal & Justice, and Strategic Communications
- Resources by Category and Location
www.legional.org
1-800-234-5544 | (334)262-6638
Nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
1-800-234-5544 | (334)262-6638
Nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow service members and veterans.
www.ssv.org
(866)778-4645
Organization that serves and honors Veterans and their families, transitioning service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves by assisting them in securing meaningful employment and the Veteran benefits they have earned.
(866)778-4645
Organization that serves and honors Veterans and their families, transitioning service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves by assisting them in securing meaningful employment and the Veteran benefits they have earned.
- Veteran Career & Transition
- Veteran Support Services