Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call / text 988
Dane County Hotline: Call / text 211

Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

National Alliance on Mental Illness - Dane County

NAMI Dane County’s mission is to provide education, support, and advocacy for people affected by mental illness in Dane County.

Wisconsin Voices for Recovery

Wisconsin Voices for Recovery is a statewide peer-run movement that brings people together. We unite people who are in and seeking recovery, their family members, professionals, and allies.

Wisconsin Department of Health Services

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services works to prevent and treat mental health illnesses and provide supports for people seeking or already in recovery.

Mental Health America of Wisconsin

Mental Health America of Wisconsin (MHA) is an affiliate of the nation’s leading community-based non-profit dedicated to helping all Americans achieve wellness by living mentally healthier lives. 

Youth Crisis Stabilization Facilities

Wisconsin youth crisis stabilization facilities provide supports and services in a residential setting of no more than eight beds at earlier stages of a mental health struggle before more intensive, costly, and restrictive interventions are required.

United Way of Dane County

Free, confidential, 24-hour information on community, health, and social services. A one-stop source of information for people looking for community services and resources for those who need essential services, such as food, shelter, counseling, employment assistance, and more.

Waunakee Community Cares Coalition

Waunakee Community Cares Coalition is dedicated to creating conditions and opportunities that prevent and reduce substance abuse to help keep our wonderful community healthy and resilient.

Mental Fitness For Teens

To educate teens to embrace, empower, explore and elevate to meet the challenges that may arise from mental health obstacles throughout their lives.

Wisdom and Wellness

Wisdom and Wellness’ mission is to serve others by offering practical and relevant coaching that meets you where you are at. We strive to provide a culturally responsive and emotionally safe environment where you can lean into your intuition and build a toolbox of strategies to help you feel your best.

Nicole Phillips

Nicole Phillips is a champion for using kindness and the power of prayer to overcome all of life’s difficulties, including her own battles with alcoholism, depression and breast cancer.

Chuck Murphree

Chuck Murphree is a Young Adult Writer and former Waunakee Community School District teacher who is passionate about helping young people navigate through mental illness and the often-rocky journey through adolescence. Chuck is the author of Everything That Makes Us Feel.

Wellness & Spiritual Resources

Optimum Vitality

Optimum Vitality achieves personal wellness solutions by incorporating traditional healing practices with modern techniques. 

North Ridge Church

Our community is comprised of people who are here to help each other learn, grow, and live a life of purpose, hope and peace.

EMU ENERGY HEALING

An oasis for well-being that offers a holistic health approach and nurtures the physical, spiritual, and emotional self. 

Madison College HEP

The HEP Program at Madison College is a free High School Equivalency Program for Wisconsin residents.