Mercyhealth Group

Living Authentically - A local therapy group for transgender teens aged 13-17 allowing each member to explore their gender journey while touching on a multitude of common issues. To learn more call Chantel Stried 608-756-5555, ext 8321

Virtual Graduation for LGBTQ students

HRC and GLSEN will hold a virtual graduation ceremony to honor the LGBTQ+ high school and college class of 2020 on Friday, May 8 at 4 p.m. ET. As the country is encouraged to practice social distancing, many institutions are canceling or postponing their graduation ceremonies; this effort will honor the nearly half a million LGBTQ+ students HRC estimates are graduating this spring, who may be impacted by these cancellations and disproportionately impactedby COVID-19.  For more information please go to the website https://act.hrc.org/page/58860/event/1?locale=en-US

Resources

If you or someone you know is in crisis, seek help immediately

Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24 hour crisis center or dial 911 for immediate assistance

Al-Anon/Alateen: 1-888-4AL-ANON (1-888-425-2666) or www.al-anon-alateen.org
Support for families and friends of alcoholics. Use the Web site to find a local chapter near you or look it up in the phone book.

APLB: http://www.aplb.org/
The association for pet loss and bereavement.

America's Pregnancy Helpline: 1-800-672-2296 or www.thehelpline.org
Free and confidential help for pregnancy, prenatal health and reproductive options, including parenting, adoption and abortion. Check out the Web site for more info and helpful tips on making a decision about pregnancy.

Ask-A-Nurse: 1-800-57NURSE
Have symptoms of something and not sure what to do? Call ask-a-nurse.

Camp Hope: http://www.camphopeforkids.org/
Camp HOPE (helping other's pain end) is a wonderful place in central Wisconsin where children and teenagers gather to work through the grieving process after a loved one dies. The camp gently guides the children and teenagers through the complex emotions by showing them that they are not alone.

Girls and Boys Town Hotline: 1-800- 448-3000
Call anytime with any problem, including feelings of depression or thoughts of suicide. This hotline offers crisis resources and referrals and is staffed by trained counselors.

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders: 1-847-831-3438 or www.anad.org
Helpline open Monday through Friday 9 A. M. to 5 P.M. (CST). Web site is loaded with information about eating disorders and treatment referrals for your area.

National Center for Victims of Crime: 1-800-FYI-CALL (1-800-394-2255) or www.ncvc.org
Offers a toll-free helpline, a comprehensive collection of online resources and service provider referrals. Check out the center's Teen Victim Project to learn more about assault, bullying, sexual abuse, dating violence, stalking and how to get help and take action to stop violence against girls.

National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453
A hotline for parents, children, professionals and anyone concerned that child abuse is occurring.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-1233) or www.ndvh.org
Crisis intervention, information about domestic violence and referrals to local service providers for victims and those calling on their behalf.

National Substance Abuse Helpline: 1-800-DRUG-HELP (1-800-378-4435) A confidential helpline for help with questions or concerns related to substance abuse.

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or www.rainn.org
This free, confidential counseling hotline is available 24/7. The Web site has tons of information about sexual abuse and what to do if you've been sexually assaulted.

Rock County Child Protective Services: 608-757-5200

SAFE (Self-Abuse Finally Ends): 1- 800-DONT-CUT (1-800-366-8288)
Get referrals to local programs that can help girls who self-injure or cut.

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE

Support Groups: http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/go/find_support_group
How to find a local support group - a list of more than 20+ groups are listed.

Teen Relationships Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
Call the nation wide 24-hour hotline for support, assistance, information, counseling, shelter and other services.