🆘 Emergency Support Information
If you or someone you love is experiencing a life-threatening emergency or mental health crisis, 📞call 911 immediately.

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For additional guidance on how emergency response works and tips on preparing for crisis situations, visit the official National 911 Program website. It provides helpful information for families navigating urgent situations with clarity and confidence. Please note: This link does not initiate an emergency call.

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🧠 Mental Health Crisis Support – Texas

If you or someone you love is facing a mental health crisis, help is available 24/7. You are not alone, and there are trained professionals ready to listen, support, and guide you toward safety and healing.

​     📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support. You’ll be connected to a local crisis counselor who can help with emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental health emergencies.

     📍 Texas Local Crisis Hotlines
Each county in Texas has a dedicated mental health authority offering crisis services. To find your local hotline, visit the Texas Health and Human Services Crisis Services page. Services may include face-to-face assessments, mobile crisis teams, and follow-up care.

     🌈 Support for LGBTQ+ Youth
If you're a young person in crisis and need a safe, affirming space to talk, call the Trevor Lifeline at 1-866-488-7386. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to support LGBTQ+ youth through emotional challenges and suicidal thoughts.

     🚨 Mobile Crisis Units
In many Texas counties, mobile crisis teams can come directly to you. These professionals provide on-site support and help de-escalate emergencies. For example:

•      Dallas & surrounding counties: Call 866-260-8000

•      Collin County: Call 877-422-5939

•      Tarrant County: Call 800-866-2465

     📞 2-1-1 Texas: Your Connection to Care

2-1-1 Texas is a free, confidential service that helps individuals and families across the state find the support they need—anytime, day or night. Whether you're facing grief, financial hardship, housing challenges, or emotional overwhelm, trained specialists are available 24/7 to guide you to local programs and services that can help.

Through one simple call or online search, you can access:

• 🕊️ Grief counseling and emotional support groups

• 🏠 Housing and utility assistance

• 🍽️ Food pantries and meal programs

• 💼 Employment and job training resources

• 🧠 Mental health and substance use services

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Support for caregivers, veterans, and families in crisis

Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211Texas.org to explore resources tailored to your ZIP code and needs. You can also chat online or text for help in real time.

At Shameer’s Heavenly Home Foundation, we believe no one should walk through loss or hardship alone. 2-1-1 Texas is one of the many ways we help connect hearts to healing.

 

✨ Emotional Support🕊️ Healing Tools

Explore grief counseling services, peer support groups, and comforting spaces to share your story and find connection.​

     💬 Grief Counseling & Peer Support

•      Local grief support groups and counseling centers

•      Online platforms like 7 Cups for free, anonymous chat with trained listeners

•      Emotions Anonymous for ongoing emotional wellness support

     📱 Crisis Text & Talk Lines

•      Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741 for 24/7 support

•      NAMI HelpLine: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text NAMI to 62640 for mental health         guidance

•      988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for immediate emotional support

     🧘 Self-Care & Healing Tools

•      Journaling prompts, meditation apps, and guided breathing exercises

•      Links to printable grief worksheets or affirmations

•      Suggestions for creative outlets like art therapy or memory boxes

     🌈 Support for Diverse Communities

•      Resources for BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and faith-based emotional support

•      Culturally affirming hotlines like the Steve Fund (text STEVE to 741741) for young people of color

•      Trevor Project for LGBTQ+ youth: Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678

     📚 Helpful Articles & Guides

•      “How to Be Emotionally Supportive” from Healthline

•      NAMI’s Mental Health Crisis Guide for caregivers and families

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💬 Guidance & Tips ​🕊️ Navigating Loss

• HelpGuide: Coping with Grief and Loss
  A comprehensive guide to understanding grief, its stages, and how to heal. Includes myths vs. facts and tips for emotional recovery.

• Michigan.gov Grief & Loss PDF
  A printable guide that explains the grieving process and offers strategies for emotional and physical healing.

• Soulistic Hospice: A Guide to Grief and Loss
  Offers heartfelt advice on acknowledging emotions, building support networks, and practicing healthy coping skills.

• What’s Your Grief: Navigating Grief Workbook A practical, activity-based guide to help individuals understand and process their grief in a personal way.

🌧️ Managing Difficult Days

• Psych Central: 10 Strategies for Tough Times
  Expert-backed tips for reframing perspective, embracing emotions, and finding meaning during hardship.

• Calm Blog: 9 Ways to Get Through a Difficult Day
  Gentle reminders and mindfulness practices to ease emotional overwhelm.

• Resilient Stories: 10 Ways to Cope with Disappointment
  A trauma-informed guide with actionable steps for surviving and growing through emotional pain.

💞 Supporting Loved Ones

• Hospice Foundation: Supporting a Friend or Loved One
  Compassionate advice on how to show up for someone grieving, including memorial gestures and emotional presence.

• NAMI: Family Members and Caregivers
  A robust resource for supporting someone with mental illness, including crisis planning and caregiver self-care.

• SAMHSA: Helping a Suicidal Loved One
  A downloadable guide with warning signs, safety planning, and emotional support strategies.

• Caregiver Action Network: PTSD Support Guide
  Offers practical tools for caregivers supporting someone with trauma, including communication tips and self-care.​

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