Mental Health resources
National Suicide Prevention Line
CALL +1 800 273 8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
NYCWell
CALL +1 888 692 9355
TEXT ‘WELL’ 65173
CHAT at https://nycwell.cityofnewyork.us/en/get-help-now/chat-with-a-counselor-now/
National Alliance on Mental Illness
More information of Mental Illness
CALL +1 800 950 6264
National Empowerment Center
More information of recovery and empowering those through recovery.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project strives to provide information & support to LGBTQ young people 24/7, all year round.
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
The Emily Program
A national leader in eating disorders The Emily Program approach is based on the belief that individuals are unique and that they intuitively seek meaning, value, and creativity in life.
Crisis Text Line
Text “HELLO” to 741741
Insight Timer App
Free guided meditation, sleep music tracks, yoga flows
We Take Five
5 minute guided meditations for artists
Find a Therapist, Psychologist, or Counselor
ARTIST RESOURCES
Minding the Gap
An organization seeking to advocate for mental health in dance. Minding The Gap offers consulting, counseling, workshops, and resources. Individuals can also receive their mental health first aid training through the organization.
https://www.wearemindingthegap.org
DanceWell Podcast
A health and wellness podcast for dancers. Topics include resilience, stress management, Covid-19, and life transitions.
Entertainment Community Fund- formally known as The Actor's Fund
Are you a professional dancer dealing with significant injury? You’re not alone. As you continue your recovery, you can reach out to the organization for emotional support and other resources. The Dancers’ Resource provides: Individual and group support for dancers dealing with injuries Referrals for health care and health insurance Information and advocacy with workers' compensation and disability insurance Educational seminars on injury prevention, nutrition and wellness, financial planning and more Emergency financial assistance Connection with other dancers to share experiences, resources and advice
https://entertainmentcommunity.org/services-and-programs/dancers-resource
OKAY LET'S UNPACK THIS
The collective effort to normalize the conversation on mental health within the dance community, and provide accessible, and culturally competent resources to dance artists nationwide
Danscend
A mental wellness platform for dancers. Danscend provides workshops for students and educators to promote a healthy wellness space within the studio.