SAMHSA National Helpline

Mental Health · Maine · Free

Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information. 1-800-662-4357. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, isolation, or thoughts of suicide. Most therapy practices accept Medicare Part B (covers 80% after deductible) and Medicare Advantage plans. Depression in seniors often shows up as physical complaints, appetite changes, sleep problems, or memory issues — not sadness. Free, confidential, and available to any Maine resident who needs the information.

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More Mental Health in Maine

NAMI HelpLine — National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline. 1-800-950-6264 or text HELPLINE to 62640. Worth contacting for caregivers experiencing burnout
Mental Health America — Free mental health screening tools and connection to local mental health resources. A first stop for families noticing a senior is withdrawi
Friendship Line — Institute on Aging — 24/7 emotional support line for adults 60+ and disabled adults. 1-800-971-0016. A first stop for families noticing a se
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry — Find a geriatric psychiatrist for older adults experiencing mental health concerns. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling,
Anxiety & Depression Association of America — ADAA — find a therapist, learn about anxiety and depression, support groups. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief,
Crisis Text Line — Free 24/7 crisis support via text. Text HOME to 741741. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling, or close friend — bereavemen