NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
Hotlines
For a referral to a psychologist in your area, call the American Psychological
Association HelpCenter at 1-800-964-2000. The operator will use your zip code to
locate and connect you with the referral system in your area.
The American Red Cross 1-866-GET-INFO (866-438-4636) is atoll-free national
information, compassion, and support hotline established in response to the terrorist
attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Translation services and TDD lines
for the hearing impaired are part of the new system (800-526-1417 TDD).
Mental Health Association of New York City [1-800-LifeNet (1-800-543-3638);
LifeNet/Spanish (1-877-298-3373); LifeNet/Asian (1-212-254-2731)] is a 24-hour mental
health counseling, information, and referral line to assist those who are experiencing
emotional distress.
National Anxiety Disorder Screening Project (1-888-442-2022) offers free screenings
year-round for depression and anxiety disorders at more than 1200 clinics across the
United States. Call for a site near you.
Safe Horizon [1-866-689-HELP (4357)] is a 24-hour September 11th support hotline for
anyone who needs help recovering from general distress, grief, or the loss of a loved one.
September 11th Support Hotline [1-866-689-HELP (4357)] provides information on
available resources, crisis counseling, and financial assistance. Operators also provide
assistance in English, Spanish (1-877-AYUDESE) and Chinese (1-877-990-8585).
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