Resources

If you're navigating a mental health crisis, these resources provide guidance and support. You don't have to face this alone.

  • 40 West Assistance & referral Center, 4711 Edmondson Ave.

    Provides food and material assistance to those in need. Staff also provide education and referral to additional resources. Food assistance at the center provides income-eligible clients and their families with food once per month, and require one piece of government-issues ID. For more information, call (410) 233-4357, email info@40west.org, or visit 40west.org

    Bea Gaddy Family Center, 425 N. Chester St.

    The walk-in food pantry is open to the public. Monday, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, you must be registered to vote and a Maryland resident. The center will help you register if you are unregistered. On Thursdays, anyone is eligible to receive food. Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information, call (410) 563-2749, or email beagaddy@bea-gaddy.org.

    Bean & bread, 400 S. Bond Street

    St. Vincent De Paul prgram that offers means and services in housing, mental health, employment, and more. Center open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. breakfast: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Monday to Friday; Lunch: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday. For more information call (410) 662-0500, email info@vincentbaltimore.org, or vincentbaltimore.org.

    Bmore Community Food, 2300 Pennsylvania Ave

    Distributes one box of about 20 pounds of produce per 3 family members for a $10 donation. Reserve your box via their facebook page at facebook.com/food4bmore/. Services is provided for those who are disabled, elderly or otherwise limited in mobility. For more information, call (301) 674-2552.

    City Place on theAvenue, 610 Pennsylvania Ave.

    Provides fresh produce and grocery giveaway until resources are gone every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call (240) 705-4345.

    First Mount Calvary Baptist Food Pantry, 1142 N Fulton Ave

    The church provides prepared meals, food pantry, and food delivery. Prepared meals are offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. Food pantry is offered every 3rd and 4th Friday if each month from 4-6 p.m. Grab-and-go lunches are every Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Home delivery as needed; please call (410) 728-8782 to enroll.

    Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry. 2422 W. Patapsco Ave.

    Provides food, diapers, and formula to those in need. Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call (410) 525-0969, email: flpbaltimore@gmail.com, or visit facebook.com/fishandloacespantry

    Food Rescue Baltimore

    This services provides free food to individuals or families in need. Multiple location which operated on a weekly scheduled (below)

    Monday: East baltimore Medical Center, 1000 E. Eager St. at 4p

    Tuesday: Yo! Baltimore West, 1510 W. Lafayetter Ave, at 12pm; Land of Kush (Tierra de Kush), 840 Eutaw St. at 12:30pm

    Wednesday: Church of the Guardian Angel, 2631 Huntingdon Ave. at 9am; UMAR Boxing, 1217 W. North Ave. at 12pm; Sacred House, 1041 W. Baltimore St. at 3pm.

    Thursday: St. Luke’s on the Avenue, 800 W. 36 St. at 11:30am; Old Major/Historic Pigtown, 900 S. Carey St. at 1:30pm; Access Art in Morrell Park, 2446 washigton Blvd. at 3:30pm

    Friday: Grace Baptist Church, 3201 The Alameda at 11:30pm; Be More Green Food rescue, 2036 W. North Ave. at 12pm.

    Saturday: Northwood Library, 4420 Loch Raven Bldv. at 1:30pm

    For more information, email info@foodrescuebaltimore.org or visit foodrescuebaltimore.org.

    Fransciscan Center Clare’s Kitchen, 101 W. 23rd St.

    Daily meals Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm Dinner’s on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7pm. they help everyone in need. For information, call (410) 467-5340 (press 2 for client services) or email info@fcbmore.org.

  • Baltimore City DHCD Lead Hazard Reduction Program

    Helps identify, reduce, and remove lead hazard in homes. Available for families with a pregnant woman or child under 6 who meet income requirement, and in some cases if a child is in the home part time. Available for owners and renters. A family of four who owns their home with an income under $104,200 is eligible. See website for details. Apply at portal.neighborlysoftware.com/BaltimoreMD/participants. For more information, call (410) 396-3023 or visit dhch.baltimorecity.gov/hho/lead-hazard-reduction.

    The Baltimore Station, 140 W. St.

    Provides free services for veterans through their work-force development and clinical residential programs, including a variety of therapies and counseling, relapse prevention, financial literacy, cooking, legal services, job training, and more. For more information, call (410) 752-4454 X301 or email outreach@baltimorestation.org.

    Catholic Charities Senior Communities, Various Locations

    Affordable communities for adults aged 62 and older offering various level of daily living and health support services. Households of two are eligible for most housing and Urban Development propertied with a gross income of under $48,900, and for tax credit properties under $58,680. for more information, call (667) 600-2280 or visit cc-md.org/senior-communities.

    Civic Works Elder Services, 2701 St. Lo Drive

    Cities for All Ages is a fall-preventing program to make homes safer for adults over the age of 65. Housing Upgrades to Benefit Seniors has social workers and case managers connect older adults to home repair resources to facilitate aging in place. For more information, call (410) 366-8533 or email infor@civicworks.com

    Day Center for Homeless Individuals, 17 Bond St., Westminister, MD

    For individuals over 18 experiencing homelessness. s basic otoiletries like toothbrushes and clothing. Phone and computer available to apply for jobs or programs. The human Service program provides case management, rapid rehousing resources, job opportunities, and more. Open daily 10 a.m. to 8 .m. Dinner serve daily at 6:30 p.m. and lunches occasionally serves on weekend. For more information, call (443) 201-3428.

    Family Support Groups — Catholic Charities

    Provides support groups for families, parents, and children who have a family member with behavioral or mental health concerns. Child care available during sessions. For more information, call (667) 600-3037.

    franciscan Center Eviction Support, 101 W. 23rd St.

    Provides $250 of assistance towards Baltimore City court-ordered evictions. Client must be on the lease, registered with the FC, provide the original version of the eviction, and provide photo ID and receipt and promissory notes. Assistance is available once in a lifetime. For more information, email info@fcbmore.org or visit fcbmore.org

    Harbel Community Organization Inc - Housing Partnership Workshop 5807 Harford Road

    Provides HUD Certified First Time Homebuyer education required for down payment assistance program. Register at Harbel.org. For more information, call (410) 444-9152 Monday to Friday 9a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Housing Navigation & Resource Guide

    List of housing for those who are at risk of or currently experiencing homelessness. Contact the Baltimore City Shelter Hotline to access city-funded Shelters. For more information, call (443) 984-9540 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m or visit PDF.

    House of Ruth Emergency Shelter, 2201 Argonne Drive

    This service is for women and children who are in imminent danger. They offer shelter, safety planning, referal, counseling, and more. 24-hour crisis hotline: (410) 889-7884.

    latino Economic Development Center

    Baltimore: 3500 Boston St., Suite 227/White Oak: 12520 Prosperity Drive, Suite 200, Silver Spring, MD LEDC offers services to Latinos and other undeserved communities to build financial skills. Learn how to build financial security, work towards home ownership, get involved in your building management, or start or expand your small business. For more information, call (202) 540-7400 or visit ledcmetro.org.

    Lifeline Support or Affordable Communications

    The lifeline program provides discounts on phon service, broadband internet, or bundle packages for low-income individuals and families. Consumers can qualify for this service if their income in 135% or less than federal poverty guidlines (ex. A family of four with income below $42,120) and if they participate in certain federal assistance or Tribal assistance program. For more information, visit lifelinesupport.org

    Loving Arms, 5400 Creston Ave.

    Emergency Shelter for youth aged 12 to 24. For more information, call (443) 418-0541 Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
      Call or text: 988
      988lifeline.org
      Support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Interpreters available for 240+ languages.

    • Crisis Text Line
      Text HELLO to 741741
      crisistextline.org
      Free 24/7 support via text with a trained crisis counselor.

    • The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)
      Call: 1-866-488-7386
      Text: START to 678678
      thetrevorproject.org

    • YouthLine (Teens Helping Teens)
      Call: 1-877-968-8491
      Text: teen2teen to 839863
      oregonyouthline.org

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline
      Call: 1-800-799-7233
      Text: START to 88788
      thehotline.org

    • RAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline)
      Call: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
      rainn.org
      Connects to a local service provider in your area.

    • National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
      • Call or text: 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS)
      • mchb.hrsa.gov
      • 24/7 free       support for pregnant and postpartum individuals facing mental health challenges.

    • IASP (International Association for Suicide Prevention)
      Website: www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/
      Global directory of crisis centers affiliated with suicide prevention professionals and organizations.

    • Lifeline International (formerly Lifeline Global Network)
      Website: www.lifeline-international.com
      Global access to mental health and crisis lines, especially in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and parts of Asia-Pacific.

    • Befrienders Worldwide
      Website: www.befrienders.org
      Offers emotional support to prevent suicide in over 30+ countries.
      Lets users search by country to find local hotlines and services.

Many of the services listed here, such as the 988 Lifeline and Crisis Text Line are only available within the U.S.

If you’re outside the U.S. and in need of immediate support, we encourage you to check local resources through:

Your country’s Ministry of Health or emergency services

  • The nearest U.S. embassy or consulate (if you’re a U.S. citizen abroad)

No matter where you are, support is out there.

Practitioners I Recommend:

  • Meagé Clements, LCSW-C, NASM-CPT - The Unbothered Therapist®

    Meagé is a licensed clinical social worker licensed in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Virginia, and a certified personal trainer and wellness coach. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating relationship trauma, estranged family dynamics, social anxiety, work-related stress, burnout, and holistic wellness challenges. Her approach blends trauma-informed education, nervous system regulation, and holistic movement to foster emotional healing, body trust, and resilience.

    Email — Website — Instagram

  • Jade Pryce, LCPC

    Certified Pearman Personality Integrator™

    Jade specializes in anxiety, overthinking, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and personal development. Her approach integrates evidence-based psychological practices with deeper self-reflection to help clients build healthier thought patterns and greater alignment in their lives. Jade is also a Certified Pearman Personality Integrator™, allowing her to offer personality integration assessments and coaching that help individuals understand their personality structure, cognitive patterns, and growth potential. Through this work, clients gain deeper self-awareness, improve decision-making and relationships, and align their strengths with their goals and purpose.

    ‍ ‍ Email — Website

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  • Vivien Buvawala, LCSW-C

    EMDR-Trained & MD SW Board approved supervisor

    With expertise in trauma, substance use and integrative healing, Vivien Buvawala, LCSW-C, helps clients move from surviving to thriving. Drawing on EMDR, Mindfulness, and somatic approaches, she offers a compassionate, evidence-based space for individuals ready to understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful change. Vivien works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, personality and mood disorders, grief, and life transitions. Her practice, Positive Rays Wellness LLC, is grounded in respect, transparency, and the belief that healing is always possible.

    Email — Website — Instagram

  • Nomita Khatri

    Tension and Trauma Release Exercise Practitioner

    As a practitioner of Reiki Usui Level II, I've enjoyed understanding the TRE approach to the brain - it's response to tension and trauma; watching as my life changed with both practices. I am able to be in the ventral vagal state for longer periods of time and know how to meet myself in disassociation and activation. Activation not-out-of-stress being a healthy state to respond to life.

    Email — Website — Instagram

  • Kellan Bacon (They/Them)

    Somatic, Breathwork, Root Cause Therapy

    They specialize in working with those processing adoption, relinquishment, and attachment wounds, as well as early developmental trauma, including experiences from in-utero, birth, and pre-verbal stages. They have a strong focus on supporting queer, trans, and non-binary individuals, and those living with high-masking neurodivergence. They’re practice also holds space for those moving through complex grief, major life transitions, and the impact of intergenerational and ancestral trauma.

    Email — Website — Instagram

  • Shante “Tokyo” Jenkins

    Maryland‑Licensed Massage Therapist

    Shante offers personalized sessions, carefully assessing your muscle tension to create a custom blend of techniques that suit your body's needs. Whether you’re seeking targeted relief, full-body relaxation or want to explore her signature Ashiatsu style, she’s got you covered and you might just experience a blissful “massage high”.

    Email — Website — Instagram

  • Dr. Alexandra Anderson PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, CMTPT

    Physical Therapist, Doctor of Physical Therapy

    is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy with over 6 years of clinical experience, treating in both private-practice and outpatient hospital-based settings.

    Email  — Website — Instagram

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