Community Resources
Below are trusted local, state, and national organizations offering support, education, and advocacy for mental health, substance use, and families. Whatever you’re facing, help and information are within reach.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Those experiencing a mental health crisis, and their loved ones, can reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline through call or text to 988 or chat online at 988Lifeline.org. This easy-to-remember three-digit number ensures confidential, cost-free, 24/7 support for Ohioans experiencing mental health crises.
988 establishes a direct link to empathetic, easily accessible care and support for individuals facing emotional distress, such as thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or concern for a friend or family member. Ohio’s 988 plan is an integral component of the state’s broader commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered crisis aid in communities statewide.
Remember, there is hope and the lifeline is effective. You’re not alone during times of crisis.
Mental Health, Alcohol & Drug Addiction Recovery Board of Putnam County
The commitment of the board, in partnership with providers, other social service organizations, the community, and our families, is to provide necessary behavioral health care services. The residents of Putnam County believe in and promote strong family ties. We believe our future is dependent upon the well-being of our families. As these needs are effectively met, individuals and families will develop to their fullest potential, and the community will build on the renewed strengths of the residents to provide quality, comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services through prevention, intervention, and treatment.
Crime Victim Services
Its mission is to help victims prevail over the trauma of their victimization by assisting and advocating for safety, healing, justice, and restitution.
Putnam County Educational Service Center
Will meet the needs of all county residents now and in the future by providing, coordinating, and supporting a wide range of best practices and quality programs.
Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
Its mission is the promotion and establishment of mental health as a cornerstone of health and wellness for individuals, families, and communities throughout Ohio.
NAMI Ohio (National Alliance on Mental Illness of Ohio)
Created in 1982 by a small, dedicated group of family members to provide mutual support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by serious brain disorders. Over the years, its membership has expanded to include family members, mental health consumers and providers, community mental health boards, mental health organizations, and other supporters.
Ohio Family and Children First Council
The purpose of the Ohio Family and Children First Council is to help families seeking government services by streamlining and coordinating services, resources, and systems.
Putnam County Resource Directory
A searchable directory of local services and supports for Putnam County residents, connecting individuals and families to community resources across the county.