MISSOULA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESOURCES
CRISIS/EMERGENCY: THREE NUMBERS TO REMEMBER
Missoula offers an up-to-date crisis response system, including a Crisis Intervention Team and a Mobile Support Team. When calling for someone in crisis, please be prepared to provide as much relevant information as possible.
988: Suicide and behavioral health crisis line (Call or text 24/7)
Learn more about 988 here: 988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988.
911: Emergencies (24/7)
211: Up to date listing of local resources, including food, shelter, medical, etc. (24/7)
OTHER RESOURCES:
"You Are Not Alone" (NAMI Missoula resource guide) Community Resources - NAMI Missoula
Missoula Resource Guide.pdf
Project Tomorrow Montana| Montana Suicide Prevention
Missoula Public Health: Mental and Physical Health - People - Missoula Public Health
Missoula SUD Treatment and Resources: Missoula Resources | Explore Local Recovery Resources — Recovery Friendly Montana
Methadone Clinic Referral Resources | Community Medical Services
Resources | Missoula, MT - Official Website
Health Care & Substance Use – Missoula Community Resource Guide
HOME Western Montana 2SLBGTQ+
Veterans Support Network: VSN Members for Benefits, Healthcare & Wellness
Indigenous/Tribal: All Nations Health Center | Native American Healthcare in Missoula
BIPOC resources: UM Black Student Union ; African American Studies Program; UM Sociology Department; UM Diversity Advisory Council; All Nations Health Center; EmpowerMT; Here Montana; LEARN Missoula; Montana BIPOC Mutual Aid Fund; Native American Student Services (MCPS); Soft Landing Missoula; Social Justice and Equity - Communities - Missoula Public Health; Equity | Missoula County, MT (JEDI)
STIGMA HURTS / LANGUAGE MATTERS
Respectful and sensitive communication about suicide, overdose, and other facets of behavioral health helps to reduce stigma, promotes understanding, and encourages people to seek help. This guide from Missoula Public Health is intended for news media, but it can help anyone dealing with these topics:
MEDIA & PRESS RELEASES - Missoula Public Health
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