NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document
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).
General Health Information
For general public health information relating to 9-11, visit the New York City’s Health
and Mental Hygiene Web site.
Medicare/Medicaid Services
For Medicare, Medicaid, and other eligible beneficiaries living in Lower Manhattan who
are having trouble getting their usual health care and social services for daily living
needs, please call the Medicare, Medicaid and Child Health Plus 24-hour Emergency
Hotline at 1-800-331-7767 (translators available). Parents enrolled in Child Health Plus
can also call this hotline for questions about their health care needs.
Mental Health Providers
For a complete list of New York City Mental Health Providers, click on the
appropriate borough: Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, or Staten Island. These
providers are available to provide services to students, staff and families at no cost.
Therapist Finder is a search engine to help you find a therapist in your area.
Mental Health Resources
American Psychological Association’s Trauma Page provides information from the
APA on coping with trauma and getting professional help.
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