COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Below you will find some community resources and helpful links.
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Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, caring counselors are there for you. You are not alone. Dial 988 on your telephone for immediate help.
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211 (Finger Lakes Region lifeline)
Help getting connected with resources for mental healthcare, substance abuse, housing/utility expenses and food programs/benefits
DIAL 211 on phone
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24/7 open access clinic to support people with addiction. Professional services and peer support.You will get linked immediately and leave with a plan in place. 835 W. Main Street.
Call 585-621-1777
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Behavioral Health Access and Crisis Center
Help with mental health and substance abuse without a trip to the emergency room. Open every day, 9am-9pm. 65 Genesee St.
585-368-3950
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PERSON IN CRISIS LINE (PIC TEAM)
Support for people in active mental health crisis where a 911 call to police may not be the appropriate call.
PIC Team is trained to deescalate and respond with trained mental health professionals.
Call 211for this service.
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Call 585-275-8686 for immediate phone support during a mental health crisis, 24-7.
Mobile Crisis Team for children, teens or adults experiencing emotional problems that could lead to an emergency room visit.
585-529-3721
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Other Resources:
If you would like to dive deeper into how to positively engage
in and contribute to challenging interactions, organizations like
the MK Gandhi Institute (585-463-3266) and Partners in Restorative
Initiatives (585-473-0970) offer trainings to the community.
Partners in Restorative Initiatives: pirirochester.org
MK Gandhi Institute for Non-Violence: gandhiinstitute.org
HELPFUL LINKS
Looking for some unique ways to clear your mind and invigorate your senses? Check out these fun ways to calm your chaotic days:
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Learn something new and exciting! Visit Rochester Brainery where you can find many different classes with vast subjects covered:
https://rochesterbrainery.com/
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Need to get out some stress and physically get rid of it? Break some stuff at SMASH USA!
https://ismashusa.com/location/ny-rochester/
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To reduce stress, visit a CAT CAFE! Yes, that's right - sip on some tea while petting cats. More info here:
https://www.pawsitivecatcafe.com/
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