If you or someone else is experiencing an emergency, use the resources below to get immediate help. For non-emergency housing questions, please contact I&R CARES during normal business hours.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency or someone is in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.
Free, confidential, and compassionate support is available 24 hours a day for anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, or substance use concerns.
Free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day for anyone experiencing emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or concerns related to substance use.
Confidential support for Veterans, service members, National Guard, Reserve members, and their families.
Free, confidential treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use concerns.
Connect with national hotlines for specialized assistance, advocacy, safety planning, and resources.
Free expert guidance for poison emergencies and medication questions.
Confidential support, safety planning, and local resources for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
Local community resources, advocacy programs, child safety networks, and direct contacts for resident emergencies.
For reporting non-critical incidents in Columbus, Ohio.
Local fire safety services, inspections, and inquiries.
Advocacy, child welfare support, and reporting hotline.
Current resident assistance outside business hours.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. Do not rely on email or online forms for emergency situations. The resources listed above are for crisis support and are not a substitute for emergency services.
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