Crisis Text Line
Text with a trained volunteer crisis counselor for free, confidential support with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or an overwhelming moment.
Text HOME to 741741SUPPORT BEYOND THE BOND
Legal trouble can affect every part of life. This page connects Mississippi families with trusted help for a crisis, mental health, recovery, safety, food, housing, legal aid, and reentry.
FREE • CONFIDENTIAL • AVAILABLE 24/7
TRUSTED PLACES TO START
Choose the type of support you need. Each listing connects to an independent national, state, or nonprofit resource.
MENTAL HEALTH & CRISIS SUPPORT
Text with a trained volunteer crisis counselor for free, confidential support with anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or an overwhelming moment.
Text HOME to 741741Free, confidential support for Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and the people who care about them. VA enrollment is not required.
Dial 988, then press 1Find local mental-health providers, crisis services, and Mobile Crisis Response Teams available throughout all 82 Mississippi counties.
Local help across MississippiSUBSTANCE USE & RECOVERY
National treatment referral and information support for individuals and families dealing with mental-health or substance-use concerns. Help is available in English and Spanish.
1-800-662-HELP (4357)Search a confidential federal directory for mental-health and substance-use treatment facilities near you and learn what to expect from treatment.
Search by locationFAMILY SAFETY & BASIC NEEDS
Free, confidential, 24/7 support, safety planning, and local resources for anyone experiencing relationship abuse.
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)A free, confidential statewide referral service for food, stable housing, utility assistance, health care, employment, childcare, veteran services, and other local needs.
Dial 211Learn about SNAP food benefits and other programs that help eligible Mississippi families meet basic needs.
Mississippi assistance programsLEGAL AID & REENTRY
Free civil legal assistance may be available to eligible low-income residents. Services and eligibility depend on the type of legal issue and location.
1-800-498-1804The Mississippi Department of Corrections provides documentation and resource information for housing, clothing, identification, work, health, and other needs after release.
Plan the next stepsIMPORTANT REMINDERS
Keep court paperwork together and contact your attorney or the court if anything is unclear.
Complete required check-ins and notify your bail agent promptly if your phone number or address changes.
A crisis, relapse, housing problem, or missed appointment is easier to address before it becomes an emergency.
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR BOND?