COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Below you will find some community resources and helpful links.
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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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