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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Provides free, confidential support 24/7 to anyone in crisis or emotional distress. If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, call the lifeline for help. A skilled, trained crisis worker will answer. This person will listen to you, provide support, and share any resources that may be helpful. Deaf/Hard of Hearing/ASL users can access the lifeline by going to the website and clicking “ASL Now.”
Always call 911 first for emergencies.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis: (888) 628-9454
Main Website: 988lifeline.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (for Professionals): sprc.org

Additional Information About Bullying

The Kids Mental Health Foundation: Bullying Basics
kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org/mental-health-resources/bullying/bullying-basics

National Bullying Prevention Center
pacer.org/bullying/resources/info-facts.asp

Kids Health
kidshealth.org

Wrightslaw: Bullying & Harrasment Laws
wrightslaw.com/info/harassment.index.htm

SAMHSA: Take Action Against Bullying Guide
samhsa.gov

Safer Schools Ohio: Anti-Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Resources
saferschools.ohio.gov/content/anti_harassment_intimidation_and_bullying_resources

Ohio Juvenile Civil Protection Orders
supremecourtofohio.gov

Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization (BRAVO)

Provides resources and confidential support for LGBTQ+ survivors of hate and bias violence, relationship violence, stalking, and other forms of violence. They have walk-in hours on Wednesdays and Fridays, and offer a live helpline on weekdays. You can also text or email the organization with questions. BRAVO also offers trainings for professionals and service survivors. Their website has many resources for survivors in Ohio and nationwide.
King-Lincoln Medical Center 750 East Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
Helpline: (866) 862-7286
Text an advocate: (614) 333-1907
bravo.equitashealth.org

Central Ohio Youth for Christ (COYFC) (Includes Gracehaven and Wellspring Counseling)

A faith-based organization that offers free programs for youth, including:

  • City Life: Offers free group meetings, mentoring relationships, free childcare and other support for teen moms, job and life skills training and financial literacy for teens in Reynoldsburg and Franklinton.
  • Equip Skills Center: Teaches teens how to perform automobile maintenance and repairs. Donated cars are repaired under the supervision of a certified mechanic.
    (614) 237-7300
  • Point Break: A day-long anti-bullying seminars for area high schools. This evidence-based program helps teens develop compassion for each other.
  • Juvenile Justice Ministries: Offers spiritual counseling sessions and small interactive chapel services for incarcerated youth at multiple juvenile detention centers. Connects teens who have been released with mentors and peer groups.
  • Deaf Teen Quest: Fellowship groups for teens who are deaf or hard of hearing.
  • Gracehaven: Services for trafficked and exploited youth include a therapeutic group home, case management, and mentoring.
  • Parent Life: Connects expectant and parenting teens with adult volunteers and community partners for help with parenting skills, childcare, transportation, mentoring, and more.
  • Wellspring Counseling: Provides low-cost counseling at several Columbus locations. Their licensed counselors provide clinical individual and family counseling, psychological assessments, and referrals to community services for ages 5 and older. No psychiatry or medication management services. They accept private insurance or self-pay with sliding scale fees.

PO Box 14804, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 848-4870
coyfc.org

Community for New Direction (CND)

Non-profit agency that provides services for adults and youth in three areas: prevention, intervention, and treatment. Youth services include a Summer Day Camp, after-school program, and in-school program. They teach leadership development, anti-bullying and violence prevention, job readiness, college preparedness, and focus on ATOD-V (alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, as well as violence) education. They also take high-school aged youth on an annual college tour and offer a FOCUS (Future Opportunities Created for Urban Students) program.

  • East Office: 993 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • West Office: 2096 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
  • South Office: 1008 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Outpatient Treatment Services: 1000 Atcheson Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203

Main Phone: (614) 272-1464
Treatment Services Phone: (614) 252-4941
cndcolumbus.org

Empower Our Youth Foundation

Offers a range of services for kids ages 5-17 to create a positive and nurturing environment for youth. Programs include a literacy and STEM academy, annual fashion and art shows, community give-back projects, social outings, and bullying prevention programs. They provide a safe space to assist with the reporting of bullying incidents to authorities, and their website has additional educational and anti-bullying resources for parents.
6600 Busch Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43229
(614) 512-6511
facebook.com/empowerouryouthfoundation

Hearts Connected

Program: Provides virtual/telehealth sessions with Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS), who are clinically trained on the impact of illness, injury, trauma, and loss on child development. Interventions may include therapeutic play, art, emotional processing, trauma processing, education, and building coping strategies. They can help children, teens, and families facing challenging life circumstances such as anxiety, medical fears and preparing for a procedure, bullying, death or loss, coping with significant life transitions, and more. They offer 1:1 sessions for parents, and a free 15-minute consultation. Hearts Connected also provides virtual services for pediatric clinicians, and professional support for students pursuing Child Life certification.
Eligibility: Parents with children of all ages, Youth ages 4-21 years old.
Cost: Varies depending on the service. Families may be reimbursed for services through Private/Commercial Insurance. Families may apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid on the organization’s website.
Referral: Families may refer themselves by contacting the organization directly, or be referred by a professional.
(404) 516-0906
heartsconnected.org

MY Project USA

A faith-based organization working to protect and empower youth and families in underprivileged neighborhoods. They offer a food pantry, parent education, and community events. Their website has educational resources for parents on internet safety, abuse, and more. Youth programming includes a reading program for grades 1-9, youth soccer league, and free counseling and mentoring. The MY Helpline is a referral service for survivors and victims of gangs, trafficking, drugs, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and violence in Central Ohio.
3275 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 905-0977
MY Helpline: (614) 971-9375
myprojectusa.org

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) It’s Not Cool to Be Cruel

This interactive educational program for students in 5th-7th grade deals with the physical and emotional cruelty caused by bullying and violence. Students learn to appreciate differences and build skills for great empathy and compassion. The program travels to various classrooms, youth groups, and organizations. Teachers and group leaders can register online to request the program for a small fee.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-0678
nationwidechildrens.org/its-not-cool-to-be-cruel

Safer Schools Ohio

Safer Ohio School Tip Line is a free safety resource available to all Ohio schools. Students and adults can use the tip line to anonymously share information with school officials and law enforcement about threats to student safety such as bullying, school shootings, self-harm or suicide risk, and any other safety-related concerns. Text or Caller the SaferOH Tip Line, or use the online form to report a concern.
Ohio Department of Public Safety
1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 644-2641
SaferOH Tip Line: Call or Text (844) 723-3764
ohioschoolsafetycenter.ohio.gov/home

Sesame Street in the Communities

Provides information and videos to help children thrive and deal with issues that affect children’s lives. Resource topics include health and wellness, social-emotional skills, trauma, diversity and inclusion, and school readiness. They offer videos, games, and worksheets for children to explore, and free webinars for parents and educators.

Sesame for Families: sesameworkshop.org/resources
sesamestreet.org/home

STOMP Out Bullying

Dedicated to changing the culture for all students by preventing bullying, cyberbullying, sexual harassment, discrimination, and racism. Their website has helpful safety information for parents, educators, and youth. The HelpChat Crisis Line is a free and confidential helpline for anyone age 13-24 experiencing stress, depression, and fear because of bullying or cyberbullying to chat with a counselor. Click the link to access the HelpChat Crisis Line.
General Inquiries: 877-602-8559
stompoutbullying.org/helpchat

StopBullying.gov

Provides information for kids, parents, and educators on understanding and responding to bullying or  cyberbullying. Go online to find state laws, and policies on bullying, digital awareness resources for parents, tips for teachers, videos for kids, and bullying prevention trainings.
stopbullying.gov

The Kids Mental Health Foundation (KMHF) (Formerly On Our Sleeves)

Focused on providing resources for adults to support kids mental health and help break stigmas surrounding mental health challenges. Their website has tons of resources for parents and teachers on how to discuss mental health topics with kids, helping kids management emotions, and information on mental health disorders in kids.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(855) 902-5437
kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org



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