Mental Health Support

Mental Health Support

 

    1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

 

  URL: https://988lifeline.org

  Short Description: 24/7 crisis intervention hotline and chat for emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Hotline

 

 

 

    2. AARP Mental Health & Loneliness Resources

 

  URL: https://www.aarp.org/health/mental-health

  Short Description: Articles, tools, and programs addressing loneliness, grief, mood changes, and emotional health.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Nonprofit

 

 

 

    3. Alzheimer’s Association – Behavioral & Emotional Changes

 

  URL: https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors

  Short Description: Resources on mood, behavior, and emotional challenges associated with dementia.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: Nonprofit

 

 

 

    4. Eldercare Locator – Mental Health Services

 

  URL: https://eldercare.acl.gov

  Short Description: Nationwide tool for finding local senior mental health resources.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Referral Tool

 

 

 

    5. Mental Health America of Greater Dallas

 

  URL: https://mhadallas.org

  Short Description: Provides screenings, information, senior-focused mental health programs, and community support.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Local Nonprofit

 

 

 

    6. Mental Health America of Tarrant County

 

  URL: https://www.mhatc.org

  Short Description: Local mental health services, support groups, and senior wellness programming.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Local Nonprofit

 

 

 

    7. NAMI North Texas

 

  URL: https://www.naminorthtexas.org

  Short Description: Local programs offering support groups, education, and crisis resources for seniors and families.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Local Nonprofit

 

 

 

    8. NAMI Tarrant County

 

  URL: https://www.namitarrant.org

  Short Description: Free support groups, peer programs, and mental health classes for seniors and caregivers.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Local Nonprofit

 

 

 

    9. National Institute of Mental Health – Older Adults

 

  URL: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/older-adults

  Short Description: Federal resource covering depression, anxiety, cognitive changes, and mental wellness in older adults.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Health Agency

 

 

 

    10. Parkinson’s Foundation – Mental Wellness

 

  URL: https://www.parkinson.org/Understanding-Parkinsons/Managing-Parkinsons/Mental-Wellness

  Short Description: Focuses on anxiety, depression, and cognitive changes associated with Parkinson’s.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: National Nonprofit

 

 

 

    11. SAMHSA – Mental Health for Seniors

 

  URL: https://www.samhsa.gov

  Short Description: Federal resources for senior substance use, depression, loneliness, and mental health programs.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal Agency

 

 

 

    12. Senior Source – Mental Wellness Programs

 

  URL: https://theseniorsource.org

  Short Description: DFW organization offering wellness checks, support groups, and counseling programs for seniors.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: DFW

  Type: Local Nonprofit

 

 

 

    13. Texas Health & Human Services – Mental Health Services

 

  URL: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use

  Short Description: Statewide mental health services directory including crisis support and local providers.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: Texas

  Type: State Government

 

 

 

    14. Texas Veterans Commission – Mental Health

 

  URL: https://www.tvc.texas.gov/mental-health

  Short Description: Mental health programs for senior veterans, including counseling and crisis support.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: Texas

  Type: State Agency

 

 

 

    15. VA Mental Health for Older Veterans

 

  URL: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/older_veterans

  Short Description: Comprehensive mental health programs for aging veterans, including PTSD and depression care.

  Category: Mental Health Support

  Service Area: National

  Type: Federal VA Resource