Resources

“It is the mission of the Newtown Police Department to protect and serve our community while honoring our badge, our integrity, and the public trust.  Working together with the community we will seek justice for all, while holding ourselves and others accountable for their actions under the color of law.” 

Western Connecticut Coalition (WCTC), promotes behavioral health across all stages of life, working to improve mental health, prevent substance misuse, and connect individuals with vital resources.  Serving 43 towns in Northwestern CT, WCTC unites volunteers, citizens, and prevention professionals to coordinate services, maximizing funding efficiency, and foster sustainable partnerships.

Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying the Al-Anon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their individual situations, whether or not the alcoholic admits the existence of a drinking problem or seeks help.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a worldwide fellowship of men and women who help each other to stay sober. They offer the same help to anyone who has a drinking problem and wants to do something about it. Since they are all alcoholics themselves, they have a special understanding of each other. They know what the illness feels like – and they have learned how to recover from it in AA.

The Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Answering Line provides confidential support, information, and resources for individuals struggling with substance abuse.  Whether you need help finding a meeting, speaking with someone who understands, or simply seeking guidance, the NA Answering Line is available 24/7 to connect you with support.  RECOVERY is possible - you don't have to navigate it alone.

The Nar-Anon Family Groups are a worldwide fellowship for those affected by someone else’s addiction. As a twelve-step program, we offer our help by sharing our experience, strength, and hope.

We will carry the message of hope throughout the world to those affected by the addiction of someone near to them. 

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

2-1-1 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day, seven days a week online and over the phone. 2-1-1 is fully certified in crisis intervention by the American Association of Suicidology and is certified by The Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (AIRS). AIRS is the professional association for over 1,200 community Information and Referral (I&R) providers.

NAMI CT is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of all people in Connecticut affected by mental illness. For over 38 years, in collaboration with their nine local affiliates, they work to change public attitudes about mental illness and offer support, education and advocacy programs at the state and local levels.

We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 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 in the United States.