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Housing
If you need support with housing, view the following resources as a place to start.
HOUSING RESOURCES GUIDE |
Visit Centre County's Housing and Resources guide for housing questions. Also visit the Centre County housing authority website here.
And email: info@CentreCountyHousingAuthority.com [from page 44 of the mental health services book] If you are homeless call Housing Transitions at: (814) 237-5508. If you are homeless youth under the age of 18 and/or have nowhere to go, call the Youth Service Bureau at: (814) 234-2100. If you are fleeing a domestic violence household, call Centre Safe at: (814) 234-5050. They can provide free and confidential services, emergency housing, and assistance with housing searches. If you are at risk of homeless or facing eviction, call the Centre County Office of Adult Services at: (814) 355-6768. |
housing transitions |
Housing Transitions is an independent, non-profit organization providing housing programs and supportive services to those in need throughout Centre County.
Visit: https://housingtransitions.org |
Eagle View Enhanced Mental Health Personal Care Home |
Eagle View Personal Care Home is a state licensed facility designed to meet the needs of individuals who are diagnosed with both mental and physical health conditions.
Visit the website here. |
Food
Organizations throughout Centre County provide options for children, adults, families, and students who are unable to afford food, unable to cook for themselves, or need emergency food.
LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES |
Centre County Citizens
There are food pantries available throughout Centre County, with physical locations in State College, Bellefonte, Centre Hall, Beech Creek, Aaronsburg, Snow Shoe, and Philipsburg. Click here to view a list of food pantries compiled by the Centre County Government. Emergency food boxes filled with nonperishable items can be picked up at Centre County YMCA branches in Bellefonte, Philipsburg, Spring Mills, and State College, as well as Progress Grange in Centre Hall and St. Peter’s UCC in Rebersburg. Penn State Students Food is available to any Penn State student with a valid student ID through The Lions Pantry. United Way Contact the United Way State College for help with food. Visit https://www.ccunitedway.org/ or look for a description on our Find Services page under Crisis Services. |
Meal Delivery Services |
State College Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels delivers meals to homebound people in the State College area who are elderly, chronically ill, convalescing, or have a serious mental illness. Apply for meals here. Centre County Office of Aging Centre County delivers hot meals to homebound people outside of the State College school district. To receive in-home meals, call the Centre County Office of Aging at (814) 355-6716. An intake form will be taken and a care manager will call to set up an appointment for a home visit. |
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YMCA Anti Hunger Programs
The YMCA of Centre County runs a handful of anti-hunger programs for community members in need. To learn about all of their programs, visit their website. Centre Church Visit the Centre Church for a free food giveaway. |
Mental Health Readings
Here are several books and articles we think are noteworthy.
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ABOUT ANOSOGNOSIAThe online book, I am not sick, I do not need help! by author Dr. Xavier Amador is made available from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) and can help with the topic of Anosognosia, which is about how a person views their illness.
https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Common-with-Mental-Illness/Anosognosia (the book is listed for online viewing on the above link’s navigation to the left of the screen). Not understanding you are sick (anosognosia) is a symptom of some mental health disorders. Try your local book retailer for a print copy. Author Dr. Xavier Amador gives a TedX talk on his experience regarding recovery and his brother: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXxytf6kfPM and a NAMI interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQTGPcCNIYc |
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coping with a traumatic eventClick here to learn more about coping with trauma and stress by viewing the CDC's factsheet.
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Committees
Here are various committees and related resources that we think are worthwhile exploring.
communities that care
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Our mission is to promote the healthy development of young people through high-quality implementation of CTC PLUS, Guiding Good Choices, and other preventive interventions. Visit here.
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youth services bureau |
Once upon a time, when a Centre County youth got in trouble and ended up in court, a judge’s only option was to send the child far from home for help. Judge R. Paul Campbell and other dedicated volunteers founded the Youth Service Bureau in 1968 so young people could get help in our own community.
Visit their website here here. |
jana marie (youth) |
Since our incorporation in February 2012, Jana Marie Foundation has devoted its energy to opening minds and saving lives through educational programming and community mobilization to empower young people in the Centre County region.
Visit the Jana Marie Foundation's website here. |
student assistance program (sAP) (Youth) |
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Student Assistance Program (SAP) is designed to assist school personnel in identifying issues including alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and mental health issues which pose a barrier to a student’s success. The primary goal of the Student Assistance Program (SAP) is to help students overcome these barriers in order that they may achieve, remain in school, and advance.
Visit this page to learn more. Or visit the official site here. |
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
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The Community Support Program (CSP) of Pennsylvania is a coalition of mental health consumers, family members and professionals working to help adults with serious mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders live successfully in the community. The statewide coalition links CSP nationally with regional and local CSP's throughout the State.
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suicide prevention task force |
You can learn more about the Suicide Prevention Task Force here.
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mhcc flyer and postcardClick here for digital versions of MHCC flyers and postcards to spread the word about our site. If you'd like paper copies to distribute, please reach out to us!
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Suicide Prevention guideClick here to access a guide for suicide prevention, from the Jana Marie Foundation.
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Mental health services guideClick here to access a free comprehensive guide to mental health services for interested individuals and families. The guide covers nearly every mental health service and opportunity available in Centre County from public outpatient agencies to community support programs. This is the latest edition of the book released by the Centre County Government.
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Network of care for behavioral health |
Visit: https://centre.pa.networkofcare.org/mh/
for more resources in Centre County. |
Employment
For support with employment view the following resources.
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MENTAL HEALTH EMPLOYMENT GUIDEClick here to access the Centre County Employment Resource Guide for individuals with mental health and/or physical Disabilities. This guide serves as a valuable reference point while job-hunting, and covers necessary actions prior to applying to jobs including setting up a bank account, verifying identity, writing a cover letter/resume, and transportation to and from work.
Learn about OVR services at: https://www.dli.pa.gov/Individuals/Disability-Services/ovr/Pages/Employment-Services-for-People-with-Disabilities.aspx |
Transportation
There are several options for public transportation in Centre County.
centre county
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CATA Services for State College and surrounding areas.
County Van Services for Centre County.
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Trainings
Here are educational programs relating to mental health.
MENTAL HEALTH
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Jana Marie has courses to help inform the public about mental health related information.
They also have a video series Candid Conversations about mental health. |
centre safe |
Whether the abuse happened recently or decades ago, it can have a big impact on your life now. Our free and confidential support groups can help you strengthen community among survivors, learn and share skills for coping, and find ways to move beyond the abuse.
Centre Safe is available to provide groups, training, presentations, consultation, materials and programs around a variety of topics for your school, business, faith group, class, organization, or other type of community group. |
LGBTQ+
For information about LGBTQQ+ .
centre lgbt+ |
The mission of Centre LGBTQA+ Support Network is to bring the community together through LGBTQA education, advocacy and activities in the Centre region.
Click here to visit the webpage. |
ar healthPhone: 570-322-8448 |
The area's only LGBTQ+ health clinic
Compassionate care in a welcoming environment. Home visits may be available if you're homebound. Our physician is certified by OutCare and has completed the National LGBTQ Health Curriculum. Click here to visit their website. |
OFF CAMPUS AND NATIONAL LGBTQ+ RESOURCES |
Visit here for links to local, regional, national, and federal resources that focus on issues of sexuality and gender, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and ally issues.
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Pennsylvania LGBTQ Organization Directory |
Support Groups
Find people to connect with.
Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers' Association |
Pennsylvania Mental Health Consumers' Association (PMHCA) is a state-wide member organization dedicated to the support of all people who seek aid for recovery from a mental illness at any stage in their journey. PMHCA also provides training to individuals in such areas as Mental Health Advance Directives, Peer Support, LGBTQI+ Issues, and other training.
Visit the website here. |
Senior center |
With six Centre County Senior Centers, one is close to you! These centers offer a variety of consumer-driven programming: Social, Education, Exercise, Wellness, Nutrition, Travel, and Recreation. Engage in activities and connect with old and new friends!
Visit the website here. |
grief connections support groups |
Our Mission is to collaborate with individuals and local grief organizations to provide both personal and professional resources for grief support.
Visit: https://www.griefconnection.org/general for information about these following grief support groups: Centre Crossings Hospice Support Group Family Hospice Support Group Grieving in God’s Embrace formerly Life After Loss Stories of Loss: A Grief Education and Support Group Tides |
mental health services
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Found in the Mental Health Services book on page 51.
The Compassionate Friends HEART - Helping Empty Arms Recover Together Grief and Loss Support Group Jana Marie: For Survivors of Suicide Support Group |
Senior Services
For seniors, here are resources in the County for activities and friendship.
the friendship line |
The Friendship Line is both a crisis intervention center and a line for routine, even daily, phone calls that provide emotional support and well-being check-ins. The line has never gone unanswered since 1973, and is free to people 60 and over, anyone 18 and over who is diagnosed with a disability, and to caregivers of those groups. If you're in need of mental health support, information on resources, or just want to talk, call the Friendship Line anytime, day or night, 7-days a week, at 1-800-971-0016.
Download their PDF here. |
senior centers |
The Center County government lists six Senior Centers in the county. Click here to view the list.
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ymca |
The YMCA has programs for active older adults. Visit their page here.
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centre region active adult center |
The Center Region Active Adult Center can be found at the Nittany Mall. Visit here for more information.
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PA Link |
PA Link to Aging and Disability is a program intended to help seniors and individuals with disabilities understand what services are available in the community and help them navigate through this oftentimes frustrating system.
Learn more about PA Link here. |
Crisis
If you are in crisis, here are several resources that will help you.
national suicide prevention lifeline |
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
1-800-273-TALK (8255) *press 1 for veterans or 988 (this is a new number which is the same as the above) Text 'PA' to 741-741 Click here for the September 2022 guide for suicide prevention, from the Jana Marie Foundation. |
crisis text line |
Crisis Text Line is the FREE, 24/7, confidential text message service for people in crisis.
https://www.crisistextline.org/ Text HOME to 741741 in the United States. |
centre county crisis intervention services, CENTRE FOR COMMUNITY RESOURCES |
The Walk-in Center is available similar to the crisis line, and provides necessary supports and resources in their safe and confidential location. It is now available at:
2100 East College Avenue that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Center for Community Resources also provides mobile crisis intervention services for individuals who may be having a mental health crisis. This support is available to anyone in Centre County. Please contact the crisis line at 1-800-643-5432 to request this service 24 hours, 7 days a week. Crisis workers can help you navigate all of the options for treatment and support and assist with referrals. Please view their website here: https://centrecountypa.gov/593/CrisisEmergency-Services |
centre helps
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Since 1972, Centre Helps has operated a hotline- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Call 1-800-494-2500 for 24/7/365 crisis support and short-term counseling with trained staff or (814) 235-1890 or (814) 237-5855 for support with basic needs Or walk in at 410 South Fraser Street in State College Weekdays, 9AM - 6PM. |
center for community resources |
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, visit our walk-in center at:
2100 East College Avenue, Suite A, State College, PA 16801. Their crisis line is 1-800-643-5432. They also have a website here. |
youth service bureau325 West Aaron Drive
State College, Pennsylvania 16803 Phone: (814) 237-5731 Voicemail: (814) 237-2224 Fax: (814) 237-2228 info@ccysb.com |
If this is an emergency, or you are in crisis, please contact our youth shelter 24/7 hotline at
814-234-2100. You can also text the National Runaway Safeline at 66008. If you suspect child abuse or neglect in the state of PA, report it to Childline. You can call Childline 24/7 at 1-800-932-0313. For more information, please visit this webpage. |
Veterans
Mental Health support services available specifically for veterans.
For more veteran resources, please refer to pages 36 - 39 of the Centre County 2022 Mental Health Services Guide, available here as a pdf download.
For more veteran resources, please refer to pages 36 - 39 of the Centre County 2022 Mental Health Services Guide, available here as a pdf download.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs |
centre county veterans affairs |
The Centre County Veterans Affairs Office assists Veterans and eligible dependents in applying for federal, state and county benefits. We advocate for Veterans and assist with all aspects of applying for benefits. Additionally, we may refer Veterans and dependents to other federal, state, county agencies and organizations that might further assist them in solving their problems or answering their questions.
Click here to visit their website. |
Looking for mental health support? Click here to find services.