If you’re reading this, you’re likely in a difficult spot with your mental health and should be proud for seeking help. You’re also not alone — about 40% of Sedgwick County residents reported their physical or mental health prevented them from engaging in everyday activities, including work, recreation or self-care. On top of that, about 37.7% of Kansas residents feel their mental health care needs aren’t being met.
No one should have to worry about finding help in their time of need. Fortunately, the Wichita Family Crisis Center offers a 24-hour hotline for immediate crisis intervention and to help residents access referral services. There are also many other local resources in Wichita that can help you or a loved one get needed assistance and improve your well-being.
Wichita Family Crisis Center
The Wichita Family Crisis Center is a private nonprofit that empowers and strengthens families impacted by domestic violence. It operates three locations in Cowley, Sumner and Sedgwick Counties, providing education, advocacy and outreach services to help people increase their support networks and heal from trauma.
The Sedgwick Crisis Center also has an emergency shelter if you need immediate assistance to build a safer life. You can learn more information by contacting the 24-hour hotline.
(316) 267-SAFE
Mental Health Resources for Wichita Residents
If you’re a Wichita resident, you’re surrounded by a supportive mental health community that can help you build a more fulfilling life. The following free, confidential resources can help you access services aligning with your needs:
Stress/Trauma Assistance Team (STAT)
If you’ve been exposed to a traumatic event or disaster, STAT offers support to reduce the event’s emotional impact and accelerate the recovery process. STAT has a team of mental health professionals trained to help children, adolescents, adults and families. You can request assistance by calling COMCARE’s crisis hotline.
Call: (316) 660-7500
Text: CONNECT to 741-741
COMCARE
COMCARE of Sedgwick County helps improve the lives of people struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues. Its Community Crisis Center offers 24-hour access to mental health and suicide prevention resources through its crisis hotline.
Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas (MHASCK)
MHASCK helps adults, youth and families address their mental health and wellness needs through education, advocacy and services such as care coordination and case management. You can contact their warmline to learn about community-based services that best match your needs.
(316) 260-2340
Sedgwick County Suicide Prevention Coalition
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, the Sedgwick County Suicide Prevention Coalition can help. You can call or text COMCARE’s hotline. The hotline always prioritizes callers at risk of suicide.
Mobile Crisis Unit (MCU)
The MCU is offered by COMCARE and provides emergency assessments for people who are at risk of psychiatric hospitalization but can’t travel to the crisis center. When you call COMCARE’s crisis hotline, a representative will dispatch the MCU’s therapist and case manager to your home for assistance.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Kansas
NAMI of Kansas advocates for families and individuals impacted by mental illness by providing a range of helpful resources. You can use this organization to find local mental health care providers or support groups and access education on mental illnesses. For immediate assistance, call their national helpline.
(800) 950-NAMI
Mental Health Assistance Is Always Available
Poor mental health can often make you feel alone, even when there’s an entire community waiting to offer support. Wichita is home to numerous mental health, suicide prevention and substance abuse resources to help its residents access crucial services. All you have to do is pick up the phone.
At Mental Health Hotline, we understand that everyone’s mental health struggles are unique and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to treatment. We partner with mental health care providers nationwide and can connect you with the right one. Reach out today — we’re always ready to help.