Free resources
Free health resources in New York
5 places in New York that cost nothing or almost nothing to use. Each card links to the official page we read and shows the date we read it.
Crisis line
New York HOPEline
New York's line for problems with alcohol, drugs and gambling, listed by the State Office of Mental Health. Call 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY to 467369.
Source checked 21 Aug 2026. See what we read.
NYC 988
New York City's free and confidential mental health support, running 24/7/365 for stress, depression, anxiety, or drug and alcohol use. Call or text 988. Interpreters cover more than 200 languages and video relay is accepted.
Source checked 21 Aug 2026. See what we read.
State program
New York State Office of Mental Health
The state mental health agency. Its site lists crisis prevention resources, a directory of mental health programs, help with navigating insurance, and information on your rights and how to get treatment.
Source checked 21 Aug 2026. See what we read.
Nonprofit
Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health
Brooklyn nonprofit that works on health disparities through community outreach and education, aiming at behavior change and better access to care for the most vulnerable populations in urban areas.
Source checked 21 Aug 2026. See what we read.
NAMI New York State
An organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Support groups, education programs and advocacy across the state. The New York State helpline answers weekdays, 8am to 3pm Eastern.
Source checked 21 Aug 2026. See what we read.
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