Care for your whole family
Your mental health matters. Find people, information, and practical help for the days when parenting and custody feel like a lot.
You do not have to be doing perfectly to be a caring parent. Getting support is a step you can take for yourself and your family.
Why parental well-being matters · HHS ↗ (opens another website in a new tab)For emotional distress or a mental health crisis, call or text 988. You can also chat through the 988 Lifeline. In immediate danger, call 911.
For relationship abuse or safety planning: 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Talk with a domestic violence advocate ↗ (opens another website in a new tab)
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A place to start
State directories plus national guides and support. Use the provider’s directory for county, ZIP code, and current availability.
Your case may be in a different state from where you live. These selections filter resources; they do not determine jurisdiction. For territories or tribal courts, start with the national court directory or legal aid.
7 resources · Choose a state to add local directories. Directory access may be free while services have costs.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Learn about the pressures parents face and ways families, communities, and caregivers can find support.
A guide to parental well-being. Caring for yourself is worthwhile in its own right.
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SAMHSA · FindTreatment.gov
Search treatment services by location, with filters for care needs and payment options.
The directory is free. Ask the provider about age groups, insurance, reduced fees, and availability.
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NAMI
Practical guidance for looking after yourself while supporting someone you care about.
Read at your own pace; you do not need to enter personal details in Folio.
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NAMI Family Support Group
Peer support for adults with a loved one who has experienced mental health symptoms.
Check the program's local or online group options and current schedule.
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United Way · 211
Look for local connections to food, housing, utilities, health care, and other community services.
Search by ZIP code or county on 211's website, or call 211. Availability and eligibility vary by program.
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United Way · 211
Find starting points for assistance with health care expenses and access to services.
Ask each program about current requirements, costs, and whether it serves your location.
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One manageable next step
Collect contacts and questions for a call or appointment. This worksheet stays in this open page until you clear it or leave. Download a copy to keep it. It is not added to your case, reports, or attorney access.
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