Wellness

Using 988 is free. When you call, text, or chat 988, your conversation is confidential. 988 provides you judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life.  People do not have to be suicidal to call – reasons to call include: substance abuse, economic worries, relationships, sexual identity, illness, getting over abuse, depression mental and physical illness, and loneliness.

Call/Text: 9-8-8

Chat: https://988lifeline.org/chat/

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) provides tools related to health and safety for self-advocates, direct support professionals and service providers. An array of topics, tools, and information are added regularly.

This county department administers mental health programs for children and adults that include assessments, case management, crisis intervention, medication support, peer support, psychotherapy and other rehabilitative services.

Services are provided in a variety of settings including residential facilities, clinics, schools, hospitals, juvenile halls and camps, mental health courts, board and care homes, in the field and in people’s homes.

Help Line: (800) 854-7771

A Warmline is staffed by Peer Specialists, who can offer support from their own personal experiences living with mental health issues and/or substance abuse disorders. This services offers peer support.

Use their website to find a Warmline that you can call.

This is a free crisis intervention hotline for people who are 60 years of age and older or adults living with disabilities, who are seeking emotional support.

The non-emergency emotional support may benefit you or someone who lives alone and is feeling alone or isolated.

Call: 1 (888) 670-1360

The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (Health Department) has been improving the health of the Long Beach community and is a city-run health department. There are several facilities you can visit to obtain more information and resources.

Info Line: (562) 570-7907

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health offers a variety of health information and resources.

Info Line: (833) 540-0473