West Virginia 988 Lifeline

Mental Health · West Virginia · Free

24/7 free confidential crisis support for West Virginia. 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. Anti-anxiety medications like benzodiazepines are on the Beers Criteria for older adults — ask about non-pharmacological options first. Open at no cost to West Virginia seniors and the families supporting them.

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  • SAMHSA National Helpline — Free 24/7 confidential treatment referral and information. 1-800-662-4357. Worth contacting for caregivers experiencing burnout, anticipator
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  • Mental Health America — Free mental health screening tools and connection to local mental health resources. Relevant for older adults with dementia caregivers repor
  • 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
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