New York State Office of Mental Health has various helplines that people can access. The agency is working hard to provide language access in order to better serve the mental health needs of immigrants and refugees living in New York State: Helplines include:
NY Project Hope to provide free, confidential support related to mental and emotional health challenges due to COVID. Project Hope Helpline: 1-844-863-9314.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services- Disaster Distress Helpline: (English/Spanish) 1-800-985-5990
Albany County Department of Health In partnership with local health services and others, the Albany County DOH provides a variety of programs and services in the arena of public health, including: the prevention of communicable and chronic diseases, injuries and disabilities; protection against environmental health and safety hazards, public health education and outreach; and preparation and response to public health emergencies.
Albany County Department of Mental Health The Department of Mental Health of Mental Health provides a wide range of services for persons with mental illness, substance and alcohol problems or developmental disabilities. The following helplines are available:
COVID (mental health) Support Line: 518-269-6634. Open 7 days a week, 8 am – 5 pm.
Psychiatric Crisis Services: 518-549-6500. Contact to reach the CDPC Crisis Unit and the Mobile Crisis Team. Open 24/7.
Albany Drug Rehabilitation Services Helpline Call 518-379-9909 for information on treatment services. One-on-one consultations are free and confidential. Visit their website for a complete listing of Drug/Substance Abuse Treatment centers.