Department of Health, Office of Behavioral Health provides helpful crisis resources

BATON ROUGE - Louisiana is experiencing multiple crises that may be leaving residents with feelings of grief, fear, anxiety, depression or anger. From the ongoing recovery from Hurricane Laura, to COVID-19, to Hurricane Ida, emotions are strong and it may be helpful to talk to someone.

The Office of Behavioral Health is providing this list of resources for anyone experiencing a crisis. Trained and compassionate individuals are available to support Louisianans with a listening ear, provide information and connect to confidential mental health and substance abuse services.

Louisiana resources

-Keep Calm Line: 1-866-310-7977

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

-Behavioral Health Recovery Outreach Line: 1-833-333-1132

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

For healthcare professionals and individuals in recovery

-Louisiana Spirit Crisis Counseling Program

Website: http://ldh.la.gov/LouisianaSpirit

Email: LouisianaSpiritInfo@la.gov

-Louisiana 211: Call 2-1-1

Website: https://www.louisiana211.org

Free, 24/7 referral and information line that connects people to a wide range of health and human services