Below are trusted local and national resources for crisis support, aging, caregiving, grief, LGBTQ+ support, and more. These services are not affiliated with my practice but may be valuable as you seek support.
24/7 Crisis Lines
- Jefferson County Crisis Line: (360) 385-0321
- Clallam County Crisis Line: (360) 452-4500
- Kitsap County Crisis Line: (360) 479-3033
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741-741 (Free, confidential, 24/7)
Aging & Elder Support
- Olympic Area Agency on Aging (O3A)
Advocacy and resources for seniors and caregivers in Jefferson County
(866) 720-4863 • https://www.o3a.org - Senior Information & Assistance – Jefferson County
Connects older adults to housing, meals, transportation, and in-home care
(360) 385-2552 • https://www.o3a.org - Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA)
Washington State resource for adult protective services and long-term care
https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa - Senior Planet (by AARP)
Technology classes and online community for older adults
https://www.seniorplanet.org
Caregiver Support
- Family Caregiver Support Program (O3A)
Offers support groups, respite services, and coaching for unpaid caregivers
(866) 720-4863 • https://www.o3a.org - Alzheimer’s Association – Washington State Chapter
Dementia and Alzheimer’s support for families and caregivers
24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900 • https://www.alz.org/alzwa - Well Spouse Association
Peer support for individuals caring for a chronically ill partner
https://www.wellspouse.org
Grief, Loss & End-of-Life Support
- Hospice Foundation of America
Resources for grief, caregiving, and end-of-life decision-making
https://www.hospicefoundation.org - The Dougy Center
Grief support and education for children, teens, and families
https://www.dougy.org - What’s Your Grief
Accessible education and community for navigating grief
https://whatsyourgrief.com
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Crime Victim Advocacy
- Dove House Advocacy Services
Confidential crisis intervention and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and general crime in Port Townsend and East Jefferson County.
Office: (360) 385-5292 • Crisis Line: (360) 385-5291
Email: info@dovehousejc.org
1045 10th Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
http://www.dovehousejc.org
LGBTQ+ Support
- The Trevor Project
Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth (24/7)
Call: 1-866-488-7386 • Text: START to 678-678
https://www.thetrevorproject.org - Lifelong
Health and wellness services for LGBTQ+ individuals and those living with HIV
https://www.lifelong.org - PFLAG
Education and support for LGBTQ+ people and their families
https://www.pflag.org - GLMA Provider Directory
Find LGBTQ+-affirming healthcare professionals
https://www.glma.org
Mental Health & Recovery Services
- Discovery Behavioral Health
Community mental health and wellness services in East Jefferson County
(360) 385-0321 • 884 W. Park Street, Port Townsend, WA
https://www.discoverybh.org - Safe Harbor Recovery Center
Peer-based recovery and substance use support
(360) 385-3866 • 686 Lake Street, Suite 400, Port Townsend, WA
Community Support
- OlyCAP (Olympic Community Action Programs)
Assistance with housing, utilities, food access, and transportation
(360) 385-2571 • 803 W. Park Avenue, Port Townsend, WA
http://test.olycap.org - DCFS – Department of Children, Youth, and Families (Port Townsend)
Child protection services and family support
(360) 379-4330 • (888) 801-6627 • After Hours: (800) 562-5624
915 Sheridan Street, Suite 201, Port Townsend, WA
https://www.dcyf.wa.gov