RESOURCES

Suicide Prevention

We provide free & confidential support to people in crisis for any reason, 24 hours a day.

This resource is NOT JUST for active suicidal crisis, it is also a great tool/resource for those who could use someone to talk to when going through a difficult situation or merely seeking advice. There are also options for those who are Spanish speaking and Veterans.

Call or Text 988

Use when:

Someone is in immediate crisis, at risk of harm, feels unsafe, is experiencing suicidal thoughts, severe panic, psychosis, or needs urgent behavioral health support.
Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Call or Text)
Link: https://988lifeline.org/
Notes: Not only for active suicidal crisis — also for support during difficult situations, advice, or connection to local help. Includes Spanish-speaking and Veterans options.

HOME | Crisis Resources (MO)
Link: https://dmh.mo.gov
Notes: Lists Crisis Centers and Community Behavioral Health Liaisons in Missouri.

Compass Health Network — Behavioral Health Locations (Map/County-Based Search)
Link: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/service/behavioral-health/
Notes: Use map to select county; includes multiple facility types/services.

Compass Health Network — Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care (St. Peters)
Link: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/st-peters/
Phone: (844) 853-8937

Compass Health Network — 24 Hour Behavioral Health Crisis Center (Wentzville)
Link: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/wentzville-bhcc/
Phone: (833) 356-2427 (Option 1)
Use when:

Someone needs counseling, therapy, medication management, psychiatry, residential treatment, or support for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, or general mental health needs.
Resources

Ellie Mental Health
Link: https://elliementalhealth.com/
Notes: Use portal to find your location.

Counselor’s Associates (IL & MO)
Link: https://counselorsassociates.com/
Phone: IL (618) 972-1568 | MO (314) 282-2500

Lotus Wellness (Mental health primary; SUD secondary)
Link: https://lotuswellness.org/
Phone: (615) 257-9342

Nashville Mental Health (Residential Treatment)
Link: https://nashvillementalhealth.com/
Contact: Rick Stein (314) 657-7858

AMFM (A Mission for Michael) — Residential Mental Health Treatment
Link: https://amfmtreatment.com/
Phone: (844) 651-3932

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program (Kansas City, KS)
Link: https://discoverymood.com/
Phone: (833) 984-0833

Independence Center
Link: https://independencecenter.org
Notes: Community-based support for mental health and wellness.
Use when:
Someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts, you need tools to support someone else, or you want prevention education and warning sign resources.
Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Call or Text)
Link: https://988lifeline.org/

AFSP — American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Link: https://afsp.org/
Notes: Education on suicidal thoughts, how to help someone, and additional resources.
Use when:
Someone is struggling with alcohol or drug use, needs detox/rehab, outpatient treatment, residential support, recovery housing, or substance use resources.
Resources

Harris House — Substance Use Treatment (St. Louis)
Link: https://harrishousestl.org/
Phone: (314) 631-4299

Adapt of MO (Compass Health Network — Chouteau)
Link: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/chouteau-adapt/
Phone: (888) 657-3201

Illinois Recovery Center — Drug & Alcohol Treatment
Link: https://illinoisrecoverycenter.com/
Phone: (636) 266-8684
Contact: Nathaniel Carpenter

The Aviary Recovery Center (Inpatient/Outpatient)
Link: https://aviaryrecoverycenter.com/
Phone: (888) 980-8830

Birchtree (Outpatient)
Link: https://www.birchtreerecovery.com/
Phone: (314) 949-2082
Contact: Lyndsey Franks

Gateway Foundation (Illinois — may accept uninsured)
Link: https://www.gatewayfoundation.org/
Phone: (877) 505-4673

Resources (Recovery Housing / Accredited Residences)

Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers — Accredited Residences
Link: https://mcrsp.org/
Notes: Some information may be outdated but provides a starting point and places to call.

Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers (MCRSP)
Link: https://mcrsp.org/
Use when:
Someone needs higher-level structured care (IOP, psychiatry, residential care), needs fast access, needs flexible or virtual options, or needs specialized programs for youth/adults.
Resources

Charlie Health (Virtual) — Mental Health, Substance Use, Psychiatry, IOP (Ages 8–64)
Link: https://www.charliehealth.com/
Notes: No wait list
Contact: Chris Ray (314) 816-9200

Preferred Family Health — Adult Outpatient Substance Use Locations
Link: https://www.preferredfamilyhealth.com/locations/adult-outpatient-substance-use/
Notes: Location finder available.

Preferred Family Health — Adult Residential Substance Use Locations
Link: https://www.preferredfamilyhealth.com/locations/adult-residential-substance-use/

Preferred Family Health — SATOP Locations
Link: https://www.preferredfamilyhealth.com/locations/satop/

Mercy Hospital Jefferson — Step One Service™
Link: https://www.mercy.net/practice/mercy-hospital-jefferson/stepone/
Phone: (636) 933-1495
Use when:
A member needs confidential support through employer/union benefits OR staff/leadership wants a first line of defense and referral process for members struggling.
Resources

MAP / EAP Program contact information will vary. Members should familiarize themselves with the phone number and connection process.

Recommended: a designated staff member should call ahead to understand the process before a crisis occurs.
Use when:
Someone needs basic stability support: food access, bill assistance, shelters/housing, supplies (diapers, hygiene), domestic violence support, legal services, or general community help.
Resources

United Way 211
Link: https://www.211.org/
Notes: Dial 211 for local community resource connections.

Heat Up St. Louis — Utility/Bill Assistance
Link: https://heatupstlouis.org/

Food Pantry Locator (Text Tool)
Instructions: Text your Zip Code to (785) 503-3310
Notes: Returns local food pantry list.

St. Louis Area Foodbank — Pantry Locator
Link: https://stlfoodbank.org/find-food/pantry-locator/

St. Louis County Library — Community Connections
Link: https://www.slcl.org/community-connections
Notes: Free services including diapers, period supplies, Narcan, and more.

Start Here STL Resource Guide
Link: https://www.starthere-stl.com/
Notes: General-purpose St. Louis resource guide (shelters, housing, food, domestic violence resources, legal services, etc.)
Use when:
Member is a veteran (or family member), prefers veteran-specific mental health supports, substance use resources, benefits navigation, or crisis resources.
Resources

988 — Veterans Crisis Support
Link: https://988lifeline.org/help-yourself/veterans/
Notes: Veterans can contact 988 and follow prompts for veteran services.

Veterans Affairs (VA) Options
Link: https://www.va.gov/st-louis-health-care/
Notes: Add local VA mental health + substance use navigation options.
Use when:
Member is not in crisis but wants prevention tools, education, trainings, and community-based awareness support.
Resources

Missouri Ask. Listen. Refer (MOALR)
Link: https://moasklistenrefer.org
Notes: Prevention education and related resources.

AFSP — Suicide Prevention Education
Link: https://afsp.org/
Use when:
Member needs immediate psychiatric evaluation or stabilization due to physical safety risks; emergency-level behavioral health needs.
Resources

Alton Memorial Hospital (BJC) — Medical Stabilization
Link: https://www.bjc.org/Medical-Services/Behavioral-Health-and-Substance-Use/Locations/Alton-Memorial-Hospital
Phone: (618) 463-7311

SSM — DePaul Behavioral Health Urgent Care (Bridgeton, MO)
Link: https://www.ssmhealth.com/locations/location-details/depaul-behavioral-health-urgent-care
Phone: (314) 344-7400

SSM — St. Mary’s Mental Health (St. Louis)
Link: https://www.ssmhealth.com/locations/location-details/st-marys-hospital-mental-health-services
Phone: (314) 768-8064

SSM — St. Joseph’s Wentzville Substance Abuse: Treatment & Recovery
Link: https://www.ssmhealth.com/services/substance-abuse-treatment
Phone: (636) 947-5578

BJC Behavioral Health Services (Walk-in Clinics)
Link: https://www.bjcbehavioralhealth.org/
Phone: (314) 747-7491
Notes: Uninsured or underinsured only (per internal guidance)

Southeast Behavioral Hospital (Cape Girardeau, MO)
Link: https://www.southeastbehavioral.com/
Phone: (314) 489-9008
Contact: Missy Bowles

Resources

Suicide Prevention

Call or Text 988

Use when:

Use when:

Use when: Someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts, you need tools to support someone else, or you want prevention education and warning sign resources.

Use when: Someone is struggling with alcohol or drug use, needs detox/rehab, outpatient treatment, residential support, recovery housing, or substance use resources.

Use when: Someone needs higher-level structured care (IOP, psychiatry, residential care), needs fast access, needs flexible or virtual options, or needs specialized programs for youth/adults.

Use when: A member needs confidential support through employer/union benefits OR staff/leadership wants a first line of defense and referral process for members struggling.

Use when: Someone needs basic stability support: food access, bill assistance, shelters/housing, supplies (diapers, hygiene), domestic violence support, legal services, or general community help.

Use when: Member is a veteran (or family member), prefers veteran-specific mental health supports, substance use resources, benefits navigation, or crisis resources.

Use when: Member is not in crisis but wants prevention tools, education, trainings, and community-based awareness support.

Use when: Member needs immediate psychiatric evaluation or stabilization due to physical safety risks; emergency-level behavioral health needs.

Use when:
Someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts, you need tools to support someone else, or you want prevention education and warning sign resources.

Use when:
Someone is struggling with alcohol or drug use, needs detox/rehab, outpatient treatment, residential support, recovery housing, or substance use resources.

Use when:
Someone needs higher-level structured care (IOP, psychiatry, residential care), needs fast access, needs flexible or virtual options, or needs specialized programs for youth/adults.

Use when:
A member needs confidential support through employer/union benefits OR staff/leadership wants a first line of defense and referral process for members struggling.

Use when:
Someone needs basic stability support: food access, bill assistance, shelters/housing, supplies (diapers, hygiene), domestic violence support, legal services, or general community help.

Use when:
Member is a veteran (or family member), prefers veteran-specific mental health supports, substance use resources, benefits navigation, or crisis resources.

Use when:
Member is not in crisis but wants prevention tools, education, trainings, and community-based awareness support.

Use when:
Member needs immediate psychiatric evaluation or stabilization due to physical safety risks; emergency-level behavioral health needs.