South Western School District

A Tradition of Excellence

Prepared York - resources available in York County

Childline - if you suspect abuse or neglect of a child

Mental Health & Wellness

• PA Department of Human Services Support & Referral Helpline: 1-855-284-2494
  • Support & Referral Helpline specifically for any Pennsylvanian who is struggling with anxiety or other emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency. The helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
  • The helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It provides free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
  • Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-945

• Crisis Text Line: Text “PA” to 741-741
  • This provides a texting option rather than a phone call. There is a trained Crisis Counselor available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Veteran Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
  • https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
  • Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for veterans in crisis or for a veteran for which you are concerned.

• Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
  • Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-cause disaster.

• Get Help Now Hotline (for substance use disorders): 1-800-662-4357
  • Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week treatment referral and information (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

• Pennsylvania Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-888-772-7227
  • If you are a victim or sexual assault and need immediate assistance

• National Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
  • Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk to anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking information or resources, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.

Resources located on this site are gathered from a variety of organizations, both local and national. Links are for educational purposes and are not intended for medical interventions, treatment, or diagnosis.