Parenting is a Hard Job

Places to contact when you need immediate help. These services are free.

National Parent Helpline (you may have to leave message):
1-855-4A Parent  (1-855-427-2736)

Parents Anonymous: Strengthening families and advocating for better services
1-909-621-6184

Boys Town National Hotline: Trained counselors are available 24 hours a day/7 days a week for parents or kids in times of stress or just for information.
1-800-448-3000

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Having a child with a disability like ADHD, Autism, or a physical health issue can be extra stressful. The Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support for people in any kind of distress. Prevention and crisis resources are also available.
1-800-273-8255

Center for Parent Information and Resources: Support for parents of children with disabilities.
A phone number is not available, but contact information is available on their website.

Head Start and Early Head Start: Early learning and in-home family education.
1-304-267-3595