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Step Up Assistance Program - Step Up For Mental Health

PO Box 477852, Chicago, IL 60647

Eligibility

Restricted to ages 18+

Hours

Mon 10:00am - 6:00pm Tue 10:00am - 6:00pm Wed 10:00am - 6:00pm Thu 10:00am - 6:00pm Fri 10:00am - 6:00pm Sat 11:00am - 4:00pm Sun 11:00am - 3:00pm

Languages

English, Spanish, American Sign Language

Application process

Contact (773) 273-9422, Ext. 1 or complete the online helpline support form to speak with a peer support specialist. If the office is closed when you call, please leave a message or use the contact form on the site: https://www.stepupformentalhealth.org/helpline/

Fees

Free

Service area

Cook County, IL

Description

Helpline: Provides and assists with resources and services for families in need or in crisis through their Helpline. 1:1 Peer Support Chat: Work with a Peer Support Chat Specialist (1 time only for 30 minutes or a Peer Support Facilitator for 4 to 8 Weeks.Education and Peer Support Groups: (Step Up Peer Training Circle) Peer support education workshops, classes, some free webinars, free Google Scholarships, Mental Health First Aid course (Free if grant), adult learning via on-demand video, or live events.Please sign up and register via their website. (Free or small fee for some programming).

Date of Last Formal Update

09/17/2024

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Step Up For Mental Health

Step Up For Mental Health's mission is to support, educate, and provide services to empower families living with the challenges of mental health disorders. They do this by providing a safe place to share stories and find support for others who are dealing with mental health disorders or caring for a family member with a mental illness. They believe that mental health issues impact social issues, including education, homelessness, and poverty. Step Up For Mental Health® strives to match families with resources to help move them toward a more productive life.