You may be feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, have thoughts of suicide or other feelings. You may be concerned about a loved one or have experienced a traumatic event. There are no qualifications for a “crisis” to talk to our crisis counselors. We are here to help you with anything you don’t want to or can’t handle alone.
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We know life can be tough
A crisis can include:
- Feelings of anxiety or depression
- Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
- A traumatic event, such as a shooting, natural disaster or death of a loved one
- Difficulty with relationships, including parent-child and intimate partner relationships
- Trouble managing life responsibilities, roles or expectations
- Stress about financial hardships
- Difficulty handling death or loss
- And more
We can help you through a crisis, or aid you in supporting a loved one, co-worker or even a stranger through a difficult time. All crisis support through Foundation 2 Crisis Services is free and confidential. We are a trusted support for all people, any time, every time. Call us today.
Experienced a community crisis?
When a traumatic event occurs in our community, neighborhood or workplace, it can be difficult to know what to do next. We can help you and your loved ones after a crisis occurs. A community crisis can include a shooting, natural disaster, death by suicide or other traumatic event.
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We can help you through a crisis, or aid you in supporting a loved one, coworker or even a stranger during a difficult time. All crisis support through Foundation 2 Crisis Services is free and confidential.
Phone
Call and talk to a trained, compassionate crisis counselor any time, 24/7. Call 319-362-2174 or 988.
Text
Don’t feel like talking? Access free, confidential support by text at 988.
Chat
Chat with a counselor on a mobile phone, tablet or desktop. We offer free chat support from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Mobile Crisis Outreach
Talk to a crisis counselor face-to-face when a situation would benefit from in-person support. Our team can come to your home, workplace or other location to talk with you or a loved one. MCO is available in select counties.*
Learn more about available services
Phone, Text & Chat
Free, confidential crisis support is available by phone, text and chat. Our compassionate, nonjudgmental counselors are available 24/7.
Mobile Crisis Outreach
Mobile Crisis Outreach provides in-person crisis support at home, work or other community location. Available in select counties.
Violence Prevention Program
Intervention and prevention for those who have experienced gun violence or are at-risk of experiencing gun violence in Cedar Rapids.
Access Center
24/7, walk-in support for adults experiencing a mental health or substance-use related crisis.
Youth Shelter
24/7/365 care for youth ages 11-17 who need a safe, temporary place to live.
When you call
We know it can be scary to reach out for help. Our caring, compassionate counselors are here to listen and support you, no matter what you’re going through. See what you can expect when you reach out.
Frequently asked questions
Our services are provided at no cost, regardless of income. We appreciate our community partners and donors who help make this possible.
Our services are confidential. This means no one will know you reached out unless you want to tell them. This is true for youth and adults who reach out. If desired, we can help you feel prepared to tell someone in your life what you’re going through. Our Mobile Crisis Outreach teams wear regular clothes and arrive in an unmarked car.
When you reach out to our crisis counselors, they will do everything they can to listen to what you’re going through and support you in a way that’s helpful to you. Many people feel better after talking about their situation with our caring, knowledgeable counselors. Sometimes, further support is needed to help keep you safe. If our crisis counselor believes you are in immediate danger of hurting yourself or others, it may be necessary to coordinate with additional emergency support including Mobile Crisis Outreach or 911. This will be done with your knowledge while talking with the crisis counselor.
People reach out for many different reasons. We define a crisis as any stress or pressure that has become too great for you to cope with alone. This means different things to each person. It can include things like thoughts of suicide, divorce, illness or a series of smaller problems that have continued to compound. If you feel that you need support for what you’re experiencing, we’re here for you.
It’s important to check in with your loved ones. Making conversations about mental health and wellness part of regular conversation can make it easier to respond when a crisis occurs. If you notice someone’s behavior is concerning or has changed, ask them how they’re doing. Express your concerns. Offer support that you feel is appropriate.
If someone shares that they have having thoughts of suicide, know how to respond. Stay calm and listen to what they have to say. It’s also a good idea to get support for yourself as you help them navigate their thoughts. You can reach out to our crisis counselors at 988 or 319-362-2174. Learn more about how to respond here.
We do not put limits on the number of times you can access support. If we are no longer the best fit and a higher level of support is needed, we can help you navigate that step. We do not respond to unsafe situations that pose a danger to clients or our staff.