Resources
You don't have to navigate this journey alone. We've compiled essential resources to support you during challenging times. Whether you're seeking help with substance use, mental health, maternal support, or need someone to talk to, help is available. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. These resources exist because you and your family deserve support, dignity, and hope.
Domestic Violence Support
Trained advocates are available to provide support, safety planning, and connection to local resources.
Call: 1-800-799-7233
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Text "BEGIN" to 88788
Available 24/7
Georgia-based support and advocacy services for survivors of domestic violence.
Call: (404) 870-9600
Partnership Against Domestic Violence
Mental Health Crisis Support
If you're experiencing a mental health crisis or emotional distress, caring counselors are available to support you right now.
Call or text: 988
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
A free 24-hour helpline providing mental health crisis assistance and connecting you to mental health resources throughout Georgia.
Call: 1-800-715-4225
Georgia Crisis & Access Line
Available 24/7
Text with a trained crisis counselor who will listen and provide confidential support.
Text "NAMI" to 741741
NAMI Crisis Text Line
Available 24/7
Pregnancy, Maternal & Parenting Support
Free, confidential support for pregnant and postpartum individuals. Get help with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges before, during, and after pregnancy.
Call or text: 1-833-852-6262
Raising a child is exciting, emotional, and can be exhausting. Lantern is a free text-based messaging program that shares trusted information from pregnancy through the preteen years — supporting, informing, and encouraging families every step of the way.
Text BRIGHT to 274-448 to receive messages, local resources, and parenting tips through age 10. You can also sign up online here.
For parents of newborns and infants (ages 0–1): Text BOND to 274-448 for tips on keeping parent and baby healthy and happy. Sign up online here.
Substance Use Support
The CARES Warm Line offers compassionate support for those in recovery or seeking recovery. Whether you're taking the first step or continuing your journey, trained staff are available to listen and connect you with resources.
Call or text: 1-844-326-5400
CARES Warm Line
Available daily, 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Georgia's Peer Support and Respite Centers are peer-run alternatives to traditional mental health programs and psychiatric hospitalization. Each center offers respite rooms available 24 hours a day, year-round, at no cost.
If you're feeling overwhelmed and would benefit from 24/7 peer support, you can stay for up to seven nights every 30 days. The three or four respite rooms at each center are free of charge and available to all Georgia residents.
Georgia Peer Support and Respite Centers
1720 Central Avenue, Augusta, GA 30904
Phone: (706) 426-4030
Email: augusta@gmhcn.org
201 North Erwin Street, Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone: (770) 276-2019
Email: bartowcounty@gmhcn.org
Phone: (229) 873-9737
417 2nd Street SE, Moultrie, GA 31768
Email:decatur@gmhcn.org
444 Sycamore Drive, Decatur, GA 30030
Phone:(404) 371-1414
Email:colquittcounty@gmhcn.org
46 Knaus Drive, Cleveland, GA 30528
Phone: (706) 865-3601
Email: whitecounty@gmhcn.org
Peer Support Resources
Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network – Peer2Peer Warm Line
Connect with Certified Peer Specialists who understand what you're going through because they've been there too. Our peer specialists listen with empathy, provide support, and help you identify resources to move toward the life you want.
Call: 1-888-945-1414
People living with chronic behavioral health conditions like depression or anxiety
People experiencing life's challenges, such as grief or unemployment
People with limited mobility who want to remain connected to others
People recovering from trauma who need support
Who calls the Peer2Peer Warm Line?
Recovery Support Meetings
All Pathways – A Substance Use Support Group
Join a peer-led support group for individuals in recovery or seeking recovery from substance use challenges. All Pathways recognizes and supports all pathways to recovery, meeting you wherever you are in your journey.
Hosted by: Georgia Harm Reduction Coalition
Virtual Meetings (1st & 3rd Mondays)
Zoom Meeting ID: 842 8373 8476
Passcode: 1231759
Every Monday, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
For more information, visit www.georgiaharmreduction.org
1231 Joseph E. Boone Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30314
In-Person Meetings (2nd & 4th Mondays):
Connect with others in recovery through virtual meetings held twice daily, seven days a week. These meetings provide consistent support and community for anyone seeking freedom from addiction.
Hosted by: Georgia Council for Recovery
Virtual A11 Recovery Meeting
Twice daily, 7 days a week, 10:00 AM & 7:00 PM EST
Join via Zoom: zoom.us/j/695949293
Passcode: recovery
Meeting ID: 695 949 293