A'ho Namaste
Support & Resources
Sometimes life gets heavier than a journal prompt, a deep breath, or another cup of coffee can carry.
This page is here for those moments.
Below are free, established resources that can connect you with trained support, local services, treatment information, crisis help, and practical assistance.
A’ho Namaste is not a crisis service or healthcare provider. This page is simply a doorway to organizations that are equipped to help.
If there is an immediate threat to someone’s life or physical safety, call 911.
If you’re in emotional distress or crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, or use online chat. The 988 Lifeline provides free, confidential crisis support. Veterans and service members can call 988 and press 1. 988 Lifeline
If you don’t know what kind of help you need 211
Call 211 for help finding local resources for food, housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare, disaster assistance, caregiving support, and other basic needs. The service connects people with local community resources across the U.S. 211
Mental health or substance-use treatment
SAMHSA National Helpline
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free, confidential treatment referrals and information for mental health and substance-use concerns. The service is available 24/7 in English and Spanish. SAMHSA
Mental health information and support
NAMI HelpLine
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text NAMI to 62640 for mental-health information, emotional support, and resource guidance. The HelpLine is available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern. NAMI
Domestic violence or relationship abuse
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call 800-799-SAFE (7233), text START to 88788, or use online chat for confidential support, safety planning, and local resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Sexual assault or abuse
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call 800-656-HOPE (4673), text HOPE to 64673, or use online chat for confidential 24/7 support and referrals. RAINN
LGBTQ+ young people
The Trevor Project
LGBTQ+ young people can call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678-678, or use online chat for free, confidential crisis support available 24/7.
You don’t have to know exactly what to ask for
You do not need the perfect words before reaching out.
“I’m overwhelmed.”
“I don’t know what to do next.”
“I need help finding somewhere safe.”
“I think someone I love needs help.”
That is enough to start the conversation.
A note from A’ho Namaste
A’ho Namaste shares these resources for educational and informational purposes. We are not affiliated with these organizations and do not provide crisis intervention, medical care, therapy, diagnosis, or emergency services.
Resource information can change. Please confirm details with the organization directly.
Last reviewed: September 2026