Nebraska 988 Lifeline

Mental Health · Nebraska · Free

24/7 free confidential crisis support for Nebraska. Call or text 988. Relevant for older adults with dementia caregivers reporting personality changes — depression and dementia can look similar. Senior centers often host free grief support groups facilitated by hospice-trained counselors. Older adults have the highest suicide rate of any age group — calling 988 isn't only for young people, and it doesn't generate a record. Open at no cost to Nebraska seniors and the families supporting them.

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More Mental Health in Nebraska

  • SAMHSA National Helpline — Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information. 1-800-662-4357. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, l
  • 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. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling,
  • Friendship Line — Institute on Aging — 24/7 emotional support line for adults 60+ and disabled adults. 1-800-971-0016. Relevant for older adults with dementia
  • American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry — Find a geriatric psychiatrist for older adults experiencing mental health concerns. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety,
  • Anxiety & Depression Association of America — ADAA — find a therapist, learn about anxiety and depression, support groups. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief,