Crisis Resources:
Crisis Text Line: 24/7 crisis support – text HOME to 741741.
Washington County Crisis Response Unit: 24/7/365 mobile crisis mental health services for adults and children experiencing a crisis. Mobile crisis interventions are face-to-face, short-term, intensive mental health services. Call at 651-275-7400, or email crisisresponse@co.washington.mn.us.
National Suicide Prevention Line: The Lifeline 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. 1-800-273-8255, or 1-800-799-4889 if deaf or hard of hearing. Chat option also available on the website.
Family Pathways: Crisis services including a crisis hotline (800-338-SAFE), food shelves and food delivery for older adults, services and supports for older adults and caregivers, among other programs.
Covid Resources:
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Includes information about symptoms, what to do when sick, case profiles by state, instructions for cloth face coverings, and information for helping communities plan and respond to the epidemic.
Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Resources: Includes health information, testing information, state statistics, and resources for individuals, businesses, and organizations.
Washington County Public Health COVID-19 Resources: Includes health information, county statistics, community resources, business resources, and donation information.
Forest Lake COVID-19 Resources: Includes information on city services, and business and unemployment resources.
Forest Lake Area Schools COVID-19 Response: Includes information on distance learning, technology access, childcare assistance, food and family resources, and cancellations and schedule changes.
Mental Health Resources:
Fast-Tracker for Mental Health services: Tool for locating mental health and/or substance use disorder appointments near you.
Lakes Center for Youth and Families: Counseling, intervention, and enrichment programs for youth and families.