Disclaimer
Below you will find a list of mental health resources to use. Please understand what works for one person may not work for another, and ultimately you have to find what works best for you. For example, if many people have had luck with traditional therapy, but you feel it may not be right for you, that is okay. There is a lot of information to navigate and we ask that you do not lose hope. We at Restaurant After Hours are here to support you on your journey.
If you need help navigating the available resources, please do not hesitate to send us an email at [email protected].
If you are in a crisis, please reach out to one of the available hotlines directly below.
Crisis Hotlines
Mental Health Organizations, Resources, and Support Groups
Restaurant Focused Organizations and Communities
LGBTQIA+ and Women-Led Communities
12-Step Programs and Support Groups
Facebook, Reddit, and Online Communities
If you need help navigating the available resources, please do not hesitate to send us an email at [email protected].
If you are in a crisis, please reach out to one of the available hotlines directly below.
Crisis Hotlines
Mental Health Organizations, Resources, and Support Groups
Restaurant Focused Organizations and Communities
LGBTQIA+ and Women-Led Communities
12-Step Programs and Support Groups
Facebook, Reddit, and Online Communities
Crisis Hotlines
What is a crisis? A crisis arises when an individual does not have the skills and resources to handle a situation. There are no boundaries to the term "crisis". Topics can range from thoughts of suicide, death of a loved one, coping when choosing a new job position, adjusting to a new community, running away, relationship problems, sexual identity, domestic violence, to just having a bad day. These hotlines and resources are set up to help you.
Crisis Hotlines
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National Suicide Prevention Hotline (24/7) Dial 988 (US Only) Or call (800) 273-8255 Call (888) 628-9454 for Spanish suicidepreventionlifeline.org |
Crisis Text Line (24/7) Text "HOME" to 741741 (US & Canada) Text "HOME" to 85258 (UK) Text "HOME" to 50808 (Ireland) crisistextline.org |
NYC Well (Now NYC 988 - 24/7) Call 988 OR Text "WELL" to 988 NYC 988 website offers services in multiple languages nyc988.cityofnewyork.us |
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National Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7) Call (800) 656-HOPE (4673) R.A.I.N.N. Rape Abuse and Incest National Network rainn.org |
Self-Injury Hotline (24/7) Call (800) DONT-CUT (366-8288) S.A.F.E. Self-Abuse Finally Ends selfinjury.com |
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Intimate Partner and Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7) Call (844) 349-6177 R.I.S.E. Recovery, Independence, Safety and Empowerment riseadvocacy.org |
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The Trevor Project (24/7) Call (866) 488-7386 OR Text "START" to 678678 Aimed at LGBTQ Youth thetrevorproject.org |
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Mental Health Organizations, Resources, and Support Groups
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Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Global community of support groups, in person or online, helping participants with addiction issues. smartrecovery.org |
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Information and resources regarding mental health. Learn how to be #Stigmafree nami.org |
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Information and resources for those affected by eating disorders. nationaleatingdisorders.org |
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Recovery, Independence, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE)
Provides intimate partner and sexual assault services, including child therapy. riseadvocacy.org |
Mental Health First Aid +
MHFA for Restaurants A free public education program focusing on early identification and intervention for those struggling with mental health issues. Offered in most US cities. mentalhealthfirstaid.org mentalhealthfirstaid.org/workplace-lp-restaurant/ |
Brooklyn Restoration Corporation Provides free therapy, financial counseling, business counseling and classes, and as well as services connecting participants to Medicaid, all under one roof. restorationplaza.org |
Additional Mental Health Resources
Restaurant Focused Organizations and Communities
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Serving Those Serving (STS) Founded by former bartender, Sarah Webster Norton, Serving Those Serving is an IRS recognized 501c3 charitable organization based out of the Twin Cities area of Minnesota. They are devoted to the social, mental, and physical welfare of the hospitality community. servingthoseserving.org |
Chef's With Issues Founded by food writer and journalist, Kat Kinsman, Chefs with Issues paved the way for the conversation of mental health in the hospitality industry. Chefs with Issues started as an information website and has transformed into a worldwide support group for chefs and industry professionals on Facebook. *The Chefs With Issues website has been taken down. You can find the community on Facebook* |
Ben's Friends Founded by Steve Palmer and Mickey Bakst in honor of their late friend and former chef Ben Murray, Ben's Friends is a support group for hospitality professionals dealing with addiction. Their tagline is "AA without the God". Their support groups are now established in ten cities across America. bensfriendshope.com |
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I Got Your Back A wellness program founded by Sacramento Chef Patrick Mulvaney and adapted to the hospitality industry. Similar to Mental Health First Aid, the I Got Your Back program is a peer-to-peer support program that helps industry professionals watch for signs of distress and provides a safe environment to talk about personal struggles. igotyourback.info |
The Pin Project The Pin Project is a revolutionary project adapted to sober individuals. It is a simple, identifiable symbol that when worn expresses the intention to not drink. Learn to identify the pin and help spread awareness. Pins cost $15 and take approximately 2-3 weeks to receive. Proceeds go to The Pin Foundation, connecting mental health counselors with those in need. thep.in |
Big Table Big Table provides crisis care for industry professionals that require aid with healthcare, therapy, mechanics, lawyers, and even clothing. They currently operate in three cities on the west coast of America. Know someone who may need some assistance? Send them a referral letter. big-table.com |
Additional Restaurant Focused Communities
LGBTQIA+ AND WOMEN-LED COMMUNITIES
12-Step Programs and Support Groups
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Alcohol
Alcoholics Anonymous Gay and Lesbian in AA Women for Sobriety Chefs in Sobriety (Facebook Group) |
Facebook, Reddit, and Online Communities
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Facebook Groups (Chefs and Industry Professionals)
Chefs with Issues Chefs in Sobriety Self Care for the Service Industry Positivity in the Restaurant Industry Website Communities (Mental Health and Sobriety)
Psychology.com Zencare The Mighty Hello Sunday Morning Cafe Re Club Soda |
Facebook Groups
We Do Recover Depression and Anxiety Support Sober Nation Forever35 Sober This Naked Mind Group Sober Mom Online Therapy
Monument (Sobriety Resource) BetterHelp ReGain TeenCounseling TalkSpace ABetterLifeTherapy AbleTo |
