24-HOUR HOTLINES/ TEXT LINES
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988 or 800-273-TALK (800-273-8255)
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The Lifeline provides 24-hour, free, confidential support.
Text “BADGE” to 741741 to be connected to a law enforcement peer for support.
CALL 2 TALK
Text “C2T” to 741741 to be connected. A mental health, emotional support, and suicide prevention program run by Mass211. 24/7 support, as a National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Crisis Center, partnered with Crisis Text Line to respond by text. https:/
NAMI Massachusetts: Helpline
(617)704-6264 or (800-370-9085)
Provides information and resources to help people navigate the mental health system and related systems of care, and problem solve in difficult circumstances. It is staffed by people with experience navigating the system for themselves or a family member. Available Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm.
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COPLINE
800-COPLINE (800-267-5463)
Copline offers 24/7 trained peer support and referrals for continued assistance. They are dedicated to serving active and retired law enforcement officers and their loved ones.
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Safe Call Now
(206) 459-3020
Safe Call Now is a confidential 24-hour crisis referral service for public safety and emergency services personnel.
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PTSD Coach Mobile App
This is a safe, easy way to learn whether stress and depression might be affecting you. Using this service is completely voluntary, confidential, and anonymous. No information will be shared with anyone, including the Massachusetts Coalition of Police (MASS C.O.P.)
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In-Patient Services
McLean Hospital LEADER Program
(617) 855-3141 (available 24/7)
The LEADER (Law Enforcement, Active Duty, Emergency Responder) Program at McLean Hospital provides specialized mental health and addiction services, designed specifically for men and women in uniform. Located at 115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478
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On-Site Academy
978-874-0177
The On-Site Academy is a non-profit residential treatment and training center for critical incident stress management. They serve emergency service workers who are in distress. Their program is for all law enforcement, fire service, EMS, or other human service personnel who are themselves temporarily overwhelmed by the stress of their jobs, what they have seen, and what they have been through. Located at 219 Bragg Hill Rd. Westminster, MA 01473
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Brattleboro Retreat: Uniformed Service ProgramTM
Two Levels of Care- Partial Hospital and Intensive Outpatient- 802-258-3700. Located at Anna Marsh Lane, P.O. Box 803 Brattleboro, VT 05302
Healthcare Professionals and First Responders | Brattleboro Retreat
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Shatterproof First Responders Program
FHE Health
505 Federal Hwy #2 Deerfield Beach, Florida 33441
1-844-299-0618.
Local Contact is Sonny Silva, National Outreach Coordinator 508-951-1690.
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Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Westborough, MA Phone 508-329-6300. Provides In-Patient services for First Responders with their FRST(First Responder Specialized Treatment) program. Can be contacted for confidential assessments 24 hours a day/7 days a week at 508-329-6300. www.
Clearbrook Massachusetts: Residential Mental Health Care/ Addiction Treatment
Baldwinville, MA 800-582-6241. Inpatient Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment for First Responders.
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Outpatient Services
HRI Hospital – Ascend Partial Hospitalization Program
833-378-7377 or 24/7 Call Center 617-390-1320 to speak with an Intake Coordinator.
The Ascend Program provides mental health services that fit the needs of black, indigenous, and women of color (BIWOC), including multilingual clients and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Located at 227 Babcock St, Brookline, MA 02446.
Advocates – Mental Health Services for Law Enforcement Outpatient Counseling
Adriana Davis-Tarantino at ATarantino@
Law Enforcement Outpatient Counseling
Offers confidential outpatient mental health services exclusively for law enforcement provided by licensed clinicians who have experience working with police officer. Located at 1881 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701.
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Westborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Westborough, MA Phone 508-329-6300.
Provides outpatient services for First Responders with their FRST(First Responder Specialized Treatment) program. Can be contacted for confidential assessments 24 hours a day/7 days a week at 508-329-6300. www.
Veteran Resources
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-8255— Press 1, also can Text 838255
Confidential and Available 24/7
Home Base Program
(617)724-5202
Provides world-class clinical care, support, and wellness programs to Veterans, Service Members, and Families.
Other Resources
Mass C.O.P. Peer Support Quiz
This is a safe, easy way to learn whether stress and depression might be affecting you. Using this service is completely voluntary, confidential, and anonymous. No information will be shared with anyone, including the Massachusetts Coalition of Police (MASS C.O.P.)
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Blue H.E.L.P.
Offering comfort and honor to the families who have lost an officer to suicide is necessary to maintain the credibility of the thin blue line. All officers, regardless of method of death, deserve thanks; all families deserve your support. “Suicide should be pursued as relentlessly as any other cop killer; together, publicly and, with unabating courage” -Karen Solomon, Co-Founder
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1st Help
Associated with Blue H.E.L.P.
An online questionnaire that directs first responders to organizations and resources that can assist them in the areas of mental health, peer support, and financial assistance.
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International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Provides training for individuals interested in becoming a part of a crisis management team, or for an organization that is dedicated to helping individuals or groups recover from incidents.
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Massachusetts Peer Support Network (MPSN)
If you need assistance, Network members are on call 24/7 at 508-820-2000. Their mission is to provide peer assistance to all emergency service personnel within the Commonwealth before, during, or after a critical incident, regardless of race, gender, or age.
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Certified First Responder Counselors
A list of certified First Responder Counselor’s may be found at www.
CISM TEAMS
Boston Police CISM/Peer Support:
Sgt Joe King Coordinator 617.594.9313
Essex County CISM Team:
Control Chief: Chief Thomas Griffin, Peabody Police Department 978-375-7214
Greater Boston Law Enforcement CISM Team:
Control Chief: Deputy Chief Steven DeMarco, MIT Police Department 617-719-7439
Metro LEC Peer Support and CISM Team:
Control Chief: Chief William Smith, Holbrook Police Department 781-316-6340
NEMLEC Peer Support and CISM Team:
Control Chief: Chief Thomas Griffin, Peabody Police Department 978-375-7214
SEMLEC Law Enforcement Team:
Rob Swartz, Coordinator 508 -658 –2478
Western Mass CISM Team:
Deb Clapp, Lisa Herringshaw. 413-586-6065
MA Peer Support Networks; Massachusetts Peer Support Network State Coordinators:
Charlie Popp 617.967.4141 or Jim Leary 508.404.7301 or David Clemons, Director of Operations/DFS/CISM liaison 978.567.3179.
- District 6 Greater Lowell CISM Team Mike Curran / Tom Greenhalgh, Coordinators 1.800.614.CISM
- District 7 Central Mass CISM Team Bill Bernhard, Coordinator 508.387.0937
- District 8 Montachusett CISM Team Scott Mentzer, Coordinator 508.899.0055
- Districts 9,10,11,12 Western MA CISM Team Linda Moriarty, Coordinator 413.586.6065
- District 13 Boston Fire -MetroFire CISM Peer Support Team Charlie Popp, Coordinator Dick Ryan, Coordinator 617.343.2880
- District 14 Concord/Carlisle CISM David Flannery, Coordinator 978.369.1442
- Additional Teams Serving The Network – WINGS CISM Kathy Minehan, Coordinator 617.416.0773
Governing Laws
MGL Chapter 233 Section 200: Crisis Intervention Services for emergency service provider; confidentiality of information. General Law – Part III, Title II, Chapter 233, Section 20 O (malegislature.gov)
MGL Chapter 253 Section 118 of 2020 AN ACT RELATIVE TO JUSTICE, EQUITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN LAW ENFORCEMENT IN THE COMMONWEALTH. Session Law – Acts of 2020 Chapter 253 (malegislature.gov)