SAMHSA National Helpline

Mental Health · Virginia · 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. Senior centers often host free grief support groups facilitated by hospice-trained counselors. Depression in seniors often shows up as physical complaints, appetite changes, sleep problems, or memory issues — not sadness. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.

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More Mental Health in Virginia

  • NAMI HelpLine — National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline. 1-800-950-6264 or text HELPLINE to 62640. A first stop for families noticing a senior is withd
  • 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. 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. Worth contacting for caregivers experiencing burnout, anticipat
  • Crisis Text Line — Free 24/7 crisis support via text. Text HOME to 741741. Worth contacting for caregivers experiencing burnout, anticipatory grief, or post-ca