In the wake of the shooting at the Chiefs Celebration Rally, we are keeping updated a list of resources for you and your family as we navigate the days and weeks ahead.
DIAL 988
988 is the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. It is a 24/7 text, call and chat number.
KC Strong
In partnership with United Way of Greater Kansas City the Kansas City Chiefs have launched KC Strong, an emergency response fund supporting victims and their families, violence prevention, mental health services and first responders.
If you or someone you know needs referrals to community resources, please dial 2-1-1 or visit the United Way Resource Directory.
Missouri Mental Health Resources
Comm Care
Comm Care is the region’s mental health resource providing immediate support and connecting the community to a system of providers. You can call them at 888-279-8188.
Missouri Department of Mental Health
If the Kansas City shooting has you shaken, mental health resources are available. Call or text 988 or find help Rediscover Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic 816-988-2739; University Health Kansas City Walk-in Clinic, 300 West 19th Terrace; Swope Behavioral Health 888-279-8188.
Youth Violence Prevention Support Line
Kansas City Youth can now reach out to “Y Chat,” a 24-hour violence prevention support line for youth in crisis. Through the Aim 4 Peace program, an outreach team will respond to calls and texts, engaging youth in comfortable communication. Call or text (816) 799-1720.
Beacon Mental Health
Beacon Mental Health‘s services include mental health, substance use treatment, prevention and wellness activities for Clay, Platte and Ray counties in metropolitan Kansas City, Missouri. Call 816-468-0400
Kansas Mental Health Resources
Johnson County Mental Health
The Johnson County Mental Health Department is on call in the days and weeks ahead to counsel those who have experienced trauma, whether you were at the event or not. They said, “You do not have to navigate those feelings alone. Your emotions are valid and people are here to support you.” Call them 24/7 at 913-268-0156 or 988 or text SHARE to 741-741.
Mental Health America Of The Heartland
Mental Health America of the Heartland is a non-clinical, non-crisis supportive listening, open from 4:00–10:00 p.m., 7 days a week. Local number: 913-281-2251. Their compassionate warm ear line is 866-WARM-EAR or 866-927-6327
PACES
PACES serves Wyandotte County and their crisis and outreach services are there if you, your child or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, personal distress, unusual behaviors, issues with a traumatic event, and more. You can visit their crisis clinic at 7840 Washington Ave., KCK 66112 Crisis Clinic hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Thursday, and 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fridays. Or call their 24/7 Crisis Line at 913-788-4200
