Resources for Free & Immediate Help
Colorado Crisis Services & the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line
The 988 Colorado Mental Health Line is available for free, immediate, human support at any time. If you or someone you know is struggling with an emotional, mental health, or substance use concern, call, text, or live chat with 988 today or go to 988colorado.com.
Crisis can take many forms for many different people. Don't know where to start? Start Here.
When a farmer and rancher is facing a crisis, it can create an emotional toll on every aspect of life. From paying bills, to feeding their children, caring for the livestock and crops, retirement options, and even what they will be able to leave their heirs, the worry and anxiety can be overwhelming. The agricultural community has always come together to help our neighbors in a time of need and that is what this effort is all about: pulling together to help others through this stressful time. Please reach out to the Colorado Crisis Services if you, or someone you love, is struggling.
AgriStress Helpline
The AgriStress Helpline® is a free and confidential crisis and support line that you can call or text 24/7. Phone calls have interpretation available in 160 languages, and text message services are available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese. The helpline is answered by trained professionals who can offer support and help you find mental health and agriculture-related resources in your area.
We know that agriculture is unique – that is why our crisis specialists have received training on the factors that impact people working in agriculture.
988 is also always available for free, confidential mental health support. However, the Agristress Helpline may be particularly helpful for farmers and ranchers.
Colorado Agricultural Addiction and Mental Health Program (CAAMHP)
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Finances, Drought, Commodities Market, Politics, Legacy. What’s overwhelming you? It’s a really hard time to be in agriculture right now, but WE ARE HERE TO HELP. You don’t have to go it alone.
CAAMHP provides members of our agricultural and rural communities with six free sessions to an ag friendly, licensed behavioral health professional. It’s anonymous and in many cases, can be accessed remotely.
Mental Health Resources
The Colorado Department of Agriculture has compiled a list of mental health and other resources available in Colorado and across the US.
Please use the searchable format below to find the resources you're looking for.
If you are a provider and would like to be added to this resource, please email us at cda_info@state.co.us.
Additional Resources:
- When Someone Is at Risk: How to talk to someone who may be struggling with depression or anxiety
- Risk Factors and Warning Signs: While there is no single cause for suicide, there are risk factors and warning signs which may increase likelihood of an attempt. Learning them can save lives.
An effort by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, Colorado Farm Bureau, Colorado State University Extension, Rocky Mountain Farmers Union, and the Colorado Department of Human Services
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Behavioral Health Working Group
The Agricultural Behavioral Health Working Group is tasked with supporting CDA and the Behavioral Health Administration in identifying gaps and compiling best practices for providing behavioral health care to agricultural communities.
Sign up for updates from the working group on the right.