Our Mental Health Ministry includes the parishes of: St. Mark, St. Robert Bellarmine, St. Jude, St. George, and St. John LaLande
East of KC Mental Health Ministry
Supporting You When Life Feels Heavy
Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ, Galatians 6:2
Emergency Help
In an emergency, call 911
or 988 The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: The 988 Lifeline provides free, 24/7, and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
Call or text 988 to be connected with a trained crisis counselor.
Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, 988 Lifeline counselors are available to support you.
Immediate Assistance
Comprehensive Mental Health Services
(816) 254-3652
Beacon Mental Health Services
816-468-0400
Immediate or Urgent Help
In a 911 emergency you may request a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) officer.
These officers are trained to recognize and de-escalate mental health crises.
Locally, they partner with Comprehensive Mental Health Services.
In Blue Springs, the CIT department also has a Community and Youth Outreach Unit that provides crisis intervention and referrals for youth.
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, confidential, text-based mental health support and crisis intervention for anyone experiencing stress, anxiety, loneliness, bullying, substance use, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and more.
Text “HOME” to 741-741 to be connected with a crisis counselor.
Upcoming Events
We Are Here For You
Our collaborative parish mental health ministry is a group of parishes providing welcoming locations for individuals and families to come for mental and spiritual support, accompaniment, education, and growth.
See the events page for upcoming sessions and programs throughout our and local parishes.
