Crisis Resources
If you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, please dial 911!
Ohio School Safety Center - School Tipline
Visit Website | Phone: 1-844-723-3764
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Visit Website | Phone: Dial 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (800-273-8255)
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, ABUSE, and SEXUAL ASSAULT RESOURCES
National Child Abuse Hotline
- 1-800-4-A-CHILD (800-422-4453)
National Domestic Violence Hotline
- 1-800-799-SAFE (800-799-7233); or
- 1-800-787-3224 (hearing impaired)
Ohio Domestic Violence Network
- 1-800-934-9840
National Sexual Assault Hotline
- 1-800-656-HOPE (800-656-4673)
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
- 1-800-656-HOPE (800-656-4673)
Ohio Sexual Violence Helpline
- 1-844-644-6435
LOCAL RESOURCES
Van Wert County Child Protective Services
Visit Website | 419-238-5430
Van Wert Toll Free: 1-800-830-0953
Children Services is responsible for providing services to keep children safe and in their own homes when possible, and to reunify as quickly as possible when children cannot remain at home. Report abuse and neglect by calling 419-238-5430. Emergency calls outside of agency hours should be directed to the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Office at 419-238-3866 or the Van Wert City Police Department at 419-238-2462.
Van Wert County Adult Protective Services
Visit Website | 419-238-5430 ext. 0
Van Wert Toll Free: 1-800-830-0953
Adult Protective Services help vulnerable adults age 60 and older who are abused, neglected, or exploited. Report abuse and neglect by calling 419-238-5430, option 0 and speaking with the Worker of the Day.
Van Wert County Family and Children First
Visit Website | 419-238-0648 ext. 4109
Ohio Family and Children First (OFCF) is a partnership of state and local government, communities and families that enhances the well-being of Ohio’s children and families by building community capacity, coordinating systems and services, and engaging families. OFCF's vision is for every child and family to thrive and succeed within healthy communities.
Westwood Behavioral Health Center
Visit Website | (419) 238-3434
Westwood Behavioral Health Center provides mental health, prevention, alcohol & drug treatment and recovery services in the Van Wert area.
Van Wert County Probation and Juvenile Office | Visit Website
TREATMENT RESOURCES
Westwood Behavioral Health Center
Visit Website | (419) 238-3434
Westwood Behavioral Health Center provides mental health, prevention, alcohol & drug treatment and recovery services in the Van Wert area.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public.
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Visit Website - click "Get Involved", then click "Find Members in Your Area"
Addiction Center - Underage Drinking
Visit Website | (855) 889-3942