In case of an emergency, please call 9-1-1
The following resources are available:
Suicide Prevention Hotline
While bullying doesn’t cause suicide, a stressful environment and persistent, emotional victimization can increase a person’s risk of suicide. Together, we can create awareness about the dangers of bullying and give emotional support to those who may be contemplating suicide. If you or someone you know is in an emotional distress or suicidal crisis, please call the Lifeline.
Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Website: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Other suicide prevention hotlines can be found on: www.suicidehotlines.com/florida
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides information and referral for victims of domestic violence and those who assist victims of domestic violence. Also provides crisis intervention. Provides resource materials on request. Advocates staff the Hotline along with volunteers, many of whom are bilingual. The Hotline features access to translation in 140 languages. The Hotline serves as the only domestic violence hotline in the nation with access to more than 4,000 shelters and domestic violence programs across the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Advocates receive approximately 23,500 calls each month. The Hotline is toll-free, confidential and anonymous.
Phone: (800) 799-7233
Website: www.ndvh.org
Special Needs Connections
ready to give you that personal touch and speak with you one-on-one.We help you find the right resources today and answer any questions you have: from IEPs to basic needs. Our knowledgeable and professional counselors will follow-up with you to ensure your specialized referrals helped your child.
Phone: Call 2-1-1 for assistance 24/7/365 and speak to a helpline counselor
Website: www.211specialneeds.org
In case of any other urgency, further resources can be found on the following website: www.switchboardmiami.org