For those in crisis:

 

If you are homeless, or may soon become homeless, other organizations in the community can assist you, as well.  We suggest that you contact the Crisis Clinic for more information.  If you are not yet homeless, you can find out about prevention or emergency assistance programs.  The Crisis Clinic staff can tell you about the various options available and refer you to appropriate organizations.

 

The Crisis Clinic:

 

    Community Resources Online                    www.crisisclinic.org

    Community Info Line (M-F 8am-6pm)        1-800-621-INFO

    24-hour Crisis Line                                        1-866-4CRISIS

    Teen Link (Daily 6am-10pm)                       1-866-TEENLINK

    Business Office (M-F 8am-5pm)                 (206) 461-3210         

 

 

The Crisis Clinic website can connect you with up-to-date details on thousands of service in Seattle and King County.  You can research the database to find the people and programs that will be the most help.

 

The Community Information Line provides expert assistance to people seeking information about community resources in King County.  Information and Referral Specialists explain how the social service system works and coach callers on how to present their situation and how to make the best use of the resources they have.  Information and referral specialists also provide advocacy and follow-up for callers who have difficulty accessing services on their own.  In addition, the Community Information Line operates the Bed Bank which tracks openings at various women and family shelters in order to direct callers to the shelter that can best meet their needs, as well as employing a Caregiver and a Disability Specialist.

 

The 24-hour Crisis Line gives immediate help to people in emotional crisis.  Trained phone workers talk with callers about their concerns, help them sort through their feelings, explore coping strategies, and refer callers to agencies that may provide additional help.  They also work with callers experiencing mental health problems, anxiety, depression and those considering suicide.  The 24-hour Crisis Line is a unique resource for family and friends of persons with mental illness.  Phone workers can help determine if the behaviors you are observing warrant further professional consultation and can link you to appropriate public or private agencies.