If you or someone you love is experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, or thoughts of suicide, immediate support is available. You don't have to navigate difficult moments alone.
Immediate Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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Call or Text: 988 — Available 24/7
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Free, confidential support for anyone experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis.
Sedgwick County COMCARE Crisis Services
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24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 316-660-7500
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Local crisis intervention, suicide prevention, mental health assessments, and emergency support for individuals and families in Wichita and Sedgwick County.
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Location: 635 N. Main St., Wichita, KS 67203
Emergency Assistance
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Call 911 - If you or someone else is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department.
We're Here for Your Next Step
At The Caring Center of Wichita, we believe asking for help is a meaningful first step toward healing. Our compassionate team provides personalized mental health and substance use treatment to help you move forward.
Please note: The Caring Center of Wichita is not an emergency crisis response service. For immediate assistance, contact 988, COMCARE, or 911.
Government Resources
Government Mental Health & Addiction Resources
Trusted Information. Helpful Resources.
Understanding mental health and substance use disorders is an important step toward healing. Explore these trusted government organizations for education, research, treatment resources, and support.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Provides public health information, prevention resources, and educational materials related to mental health and substance use.
Website: www.cdc.gov
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Offers research-based information about addiction, how drugs affect the brain, treatment, and recovery.
Website: nida.nih.gov
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Provides information about mental health conditions, symptoms, treatment options, and current research.
Website: www.nimh.nih.gov
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Connects individuals and families with mental health and substance use treatment resources, educational materials, and support services.
Website: www.samhsa.gov
Find Treatment
Website: indtreatment.gov
What Is Mental Health?
Website: MentalHealth.gov
A government resource offering information about mental health, recognizing warning signs, and finding support.
Website: www.mentalhealth.gov
Youth.gov
Provides resources for youth, families, and communities, including information about mental health, prevention programs, and youth support services.
Website: www.youth.gov
Non profit
Nonprofit Mental Health & Addiction Resources
Support, Education & Recovery Resources
Finding the right support can make a difference. These nonprofit organizations provide valuable resources for individuals and families navigating addiction, substance use, mental health challenges, and recovery.
Al-Anon & Alateen
Provides support for families and friends affected by someone else's alcohol use. Meetings offer encouragement, understanding, and tools for coping.
Website: www.al-anon.org
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
A free, peer-led fellowship supporting individuals who want to stop drinking through shared experiences and ongoing recovery support.
Website: www.aa.org/
Local Meetings: www.aawichita.org
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
Offers free, community-based recovery meetings for individuals seeking support with drug addiction.
Website: www.na.org
Awaken Project
Provides drug prevention education through music, personal stories, and outreach programs designed to empower young people to make healthy choices.
Website: www.awakenproject.org
Partnership to End Addiction
Offers educational resources, guidance, and support for families concerned about a loved one's substance use or addiction.
Website: www.drugfree.org
HealthyChildren.org
A resource from the American Academy of Pediatrics providing parents with trusted information about children's health, including substance use prevention and mental well-being.
Website: www.healthychildren.org
United Way of the Plains — 211
Connects individuals and families with local resources for housing, food, healthcare, financial assistance, and other essential needs.
Call: 211
Website: www.unitedwayplains.org
Scholastic — Heads Up
Provides educational materials for students, parents, and educators about drugs, addiction, brain health, and prevention.
Website: headsup.scholastic.com
Prison Reform & Rehabilitation Resources
FAMM — Families Against Mandatory Minimums
Advocates for fair sentencing policies, second chances, and a more effective criminal justice system.
Website: www.famm.org
Reaching Out From Within (ROFW)
Supports rehabilitation programs that help incarcerated individuals develop positive behaviors, build confidence, and prepare for successful reentry into society.
Website: www.rofw.org
Equal Justice Initiative (EJI)
Works to address injustice, protect human rights, and promote fairness within the criminal justice system.
Website: www.eji.org
Vera Institute of Justice
Researches and advocates for improvements to the justice system, with a focus on fairness, public safety, and stronger communities.
Website: www.vera.org
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides research-based information about substance use treatment, including resources related to addiction and the criminal justice system.
Website: www.nida.nih.gov
T.R.U.E. — Rethinking Incarceration
Connecticut's Cheshire Correctional Institution introduced the T.R.U.E. program for young men ages 18–25. Inspired by Germany's rehabilitation-focused approach, the program emphasizes personal growth, accountability, and preparing individuals for successful reintegration into society.
T.R.U.E. stands for:
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T — Truthfulness
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R — Respectfulness
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U — Understanding
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E — Elevating
Learn More About the Program
Vera Institute of Justice: Visit Website
The Marshall Project
The Connecticut Experiment: Visit Website
CBS 60 Minutes
Rehabilitation Over Punishment: Visit Website
