Mental Health & Well Being

If you are in crisis and need support,
call the Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 24/7, at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Or text “MT” to 741741

These are unprecedented times and with that can come a myriad of emotions - anger, fear, uncertainty, sadness, anxiety, worry and more. These are all very real and valid feelings, in both adults and children. Working through these emotions and coping with these stresses make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.

Do you recognize any of these in yourself?

Feelings of numbness, disbelief, anxiety or fear.
Changes in appetite, energy, and activity levels.
Difficulty concentrating.
Difficulty sleeping or nightmares and upsetting thoughts and images.
Physical reactions, such as headaches, body pains, stomach problems, and skin rashes.
Worsening of chronic health problems.
Anger or short-temper.
Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs.

Ways to help you cope.

Take care of your body – Try to eat healthy well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
Connect with others – Share your concerns and how you are feeling with a friend or family member. Maintain healthy relationships, and build a strong support system.
Take breaks– Make time to unwind and remind yourself that strong feelings will fade. Try taking in deep breaths. Try to do activities you usually enjoy.
Stay informed – Be aware that there may be rumors during a crisis, especially on social media. Always check your sources and turn to reliable sources of information like your local government authorities.
Avoid too much exposure to news – Try to do enjoyable activities and return to normal life as much as possible and check for updates between breaks.
Seek help when needed – If distress impacts activities of your daily life for several days or weeks, talk to a clergy member, counselor, or doctor.

ASK A MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL

Do you have a question or concern about mental health? You are a not alone. You now have the opportunity to ask a mental health professional your question or questions in complete confidence with your privacy intact. Click here to ask your questions!

If you are an uninsured Montanan in search of assistance or don't know where to turn for help,
scroll down for information on how to access FREE mental health resources.

Help is available!

Bozeman Health, Western Montana Mental Health Center, and Help Center have collaborated to create the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic (BHUCC). Through BHUCC, Montanans will have immediate access to mental health professionals virtually or via walk-in services. This, regardless of level of distress, age or ability to pay.

406-556-6500

A Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center is open in Bozeman. This clinic is equipped to address Urgent Care Behavioral Health issues to include mental health and substance use.

Bozeman Hope House
699 Farmhouse Lane
Bozeman, MT
406-556-6500
Hope House is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Services are available to all Montanans.

The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic is committed to reducing unnecessary psychiatric
emergency room visits and lengthy wait times to initiate treatment.

Services offered:

A safe space for individuals and families
Crisis interventions, psychiatric evaluations and clinical assessments
‘On-the- spot’ brief counseling
Brief medication management services (excluding controlled substances)
Care Coordination - referrals and links to community resources
Peer support

Where to start:

If you are in crisis, and need immediate assistance, call 800-273-8255 Or text “MT” to 741741
If you are insured, call the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic to begin the process.

BHUCC is a walk in clinic; however, during the COVID-19 crisis it is encouraged that individuals continue to practice social distancing. If possible, call the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic for any questions.

No Insurance, No Problem!

Thanks to the hard and tireless work of the staff at the Western Montana Mental Health Center, Bozeman Health, the Bozeman Health Foundation, and The Help Center, the barrier of not being insured has been removed. That’s right, as an uninsured Montanan, help is here. If you, or a family member, do not have insurance, but feel as though you need to chat with someone, follow the instructions below to get the process started.

Call Western Montana Mental Health Center
- Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, 406-556-6501
- Off hours and weekends, call the Help Center at 211 or 406-586-3333
Ask to speak with someone in/with Urgent Care.
You will then either speak with a Care Coordinator at that time or be advised they will be contacted by one. This generally to be within 24 hours.
When speaking with the Care Coordinator, advise them that you are uninsured.
If you not heard from Care Coordinator within 48 hours, reach out to WMMHC Area Director, Michael Foust, LCSW, at: mfoust2@wmmhc.org

If you should have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@guiderelieffund.com

All communication is confidential.

If you feel as though you need to speak with someone immediately, the Help Center provides crisis counseling, advocacy, information, outreach, support, and services to clientele in a safe, confidential environment.
The Help Center phones are open 24/7/365.

Reach the Help Center by dialing 211.

Additional Resources

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Distress Helpline call 1-800-985-5990, or text TalkWithUs to 66746
Visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline or call 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224

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