Community Resources
Support in Time of Trauma
On Monday, October 25th, 2021, our community experienced a horrible tragedy, one that we continue to grapple with today. Our families, friends and neighbors experienced trauma that no one should ever have to live through. Below are resources to connect you with mental health support and more. If there are additional resources that you would like to add, please contact us.
Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Coping After Mass Violence
Mass violence incidents, where several people are injured and killed, affect everyone in the community. Over time, most people begin to feel better and return to normal routines, but knowing about the impact of mass violence can help you take care of yourself and others. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network offers some helpful information. Learn more
Idaho CareLine 211
Calling 211 connects you to expert, caring help. Every call is completely confidential.
211 es la fuente más completa de información sobre servicios sociales locales.
- Call 211 or 800-926-2588
- Website
Council on Domestic Violence and Victims Assistance
Funds, promotes, and supports quality services to victims of crime throughout Idaho.
- Phone: 208-332-1540
- Email: Info@icdv.idaho.gov
- icdv.idaho.gov
- This link provides a list of providers by region that provide counseling services. Region 3 and Region 4 are in the Treasure Valley.
Disaster Distress Helpline
A toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service.
- Call or text 24/7: 800-985-5990 / TTY 800-846-8517
- samhsa.gov
- Text options are available by texting “TalkWithUs” to 66746
Idaho Crime Victims Compensation (CVC) Program
A government program that helps crime victims and their immediate families with the financial costs of crime.
National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards
Ensuring eligible victims are provided appropriate financial assistance to aid in recovery from the traumatic effects of crime.
Terry Reilly Health Services
A community health center dedicated to providing affordable, accessible care to meet the needs of our community.
- Phone: 208-344-3512
- trhs.org
National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center (NMVVRC)
- Suggestions For Parents – Mass Violence Incidents
- Twelve Self-Help Tips for Coping in the Aftermath of Mass Violence Incidents
- Managing Distress: Grounding Tips For Crime Victims, Survivors And Family Members Of Mass Violence Incidents (MVIs)
- Mindfulness and Meditation to Support Resilience after Mass Violence
- The NMVVRC self-help app, Transcend NMVC, is available on both Apple and Android mobile phones.
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