Crisis Resources
Jesus said: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30
Whatever your crisis, there are resources and loving people who can help you:
Addictions
We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. (The Second of 12 Steps)
Substance Abuse Resources of Northern Kentucky (859)431-1077
North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292
For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.
Catholic Charities (859)581-8974
For assistance with mental health and substance abuse services.
St. Elizabeth Drug Treatment (859)301-5966
Guiding you from rehab to recovery.
For 24/7 Treatment Help Call:(877) 655-5116
Alcoholism
“We admitted that we were powerless over (name your problem) — that our lives had become unmanageable.” (The First of 12 Steps)
Alcoholics Anonymous of Northern Kentucky (859) 491-7181
Al-Anon Resources of Northern Kentucky (859) 277-1877
St. Elizabeth Alcohol Treatment (859)301-5966
North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292
Alzheimer’s Disease
My son, be steadfast in honoring your father; do not grieve him as long as he lives. Even if his mind fails, be considerate of him; do not revile him because you are in your prime. Kindness to a father will not be forgotten; it will serve as a sin offering—it will take lasting root. In time of trouble it will be recalled to your advantage, like warmth upon frost it will melt away your sins.” (Sirach 3:12-15)
Find help for those dealing with the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease for a loved one:
Counseling
North Key Community Care (859) 331-3292
For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Covington (859)581-8974
St. Elizabeth Behavioral Health (859)301-5900
Death of a Loved One
Delinquent/Troubled Child
Divorce
Dealing with Marriage Difficulties 877-212-7317
Domestic Violence
Women’s Crisis Center (859)491-3335
Providing crisis intervention services to victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse and rape.
St. Elizabeth Domestic Violence Program (859)572-3618
Elderly Issues
Adult Protective Services (859) 292-6550
to report abuse or neglect (including self-neglect)
Northern Kentucky Area Development District (859) 283-1885
in-home case managed services (meals light housekeeping, bathing help…)
Legal Aid (859) 431-8200
Guardianship Counseling, Limited Power of Atty, Bill Paying…
Catholic Charities (859) 581-8974
End of Life Issues
Catholic teaching on:
End of life issues
Financial Crisis
Local Saint Vincent de Paul Society (859)341-3219
For rent assistance, utility assistance, clothing vouchers, food assistance, and medical equipment assistance.
Gambling Problems
We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him. (The Third of 12 Steps)
Homeless
Welcome House of Northern Kentucky (859)431-8717
For individuals and families who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Homosexual (Same Sex) Attraction
What does the Church teach about same sex marriages?
Infertility
Marriage Difficulties
Mental Health
Mental Health of Southwest OH Support Groups Clearinghouse
St. Elizabeth Medical Center Resource Links (859)655-7400
North Key Community Care (859)331-3292
For assistance with mental health care and substance use disorders.
Catholic Charities (859)581-8974
Natural Disaster
Red Cross (513)579-3000
Catholic Charities (859)581-8974
Overeating / Eating disorders
Overeaters Anonymous of Greater Cincinnati (513) 921-1922
Pornography
It is not easy for man, wounded by sin, to maintain moral balance. Christ’s gift of salvation offers us the grace necessary to persevere in the pursuit of the virtues. Everyone should always ask for this grace of light and strength, frequent the sacraments, cooperate with the Holy Spirit, and follow his calls to love what is good and shun evil. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 1811)
The Harmful Effects of Pornography
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops speak out on Pornography
Post-Abortion Healing
Project Rachel: Post Abortion Reconciliation and Healing (859)392-1547
Pregnancy Crisis
A voice was heard in Ramah, wailing and loud lamentation, Rachel weeping for her children; she refused to be consoled, because they were no more. (Mat 1:18)
Option Line: 1-800-395-HELP
Unplanned Pregnancy Help Centers
Crisis Pregnancy Centers in Kentucky (859)391-1725
Elizabeth New Life Center (Southern Ohio)
Catholic Charities (859)581-8974
Suicide
Finding himself in the midst of the (spiritual) battlefield man has to struggle to do what is right, and it is at great cost to himself, and aided by God’s grace, that he succeeds in achieving his own inner integrity. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 409)
Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK
Suicide Prevention Resource List
What does the Catechism of the Catholic Church say about suicide?
The Spiritual Struggle
St. Paul wrote: “I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate.” (Rom 7:15)
Catholics receive spiritual strength from Christ through Prayer, meditating on God’s Word;and through the Sacraments .
“Christ now acts through the sacraments he instituted to communicate his grace.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, par. 1084)
“While he is in the flesh, man cannot help but have at least some light sins. But … if you take them for light when you weigh them, tremble when you count them. A number of light objects makes a great mass; a number of drops fills a river; a number of grains makes a heap. What then is our hope? Above all, confession.” (St. Augustine, 354-430 A.D, as quoted in the Catechism of the Catholic Church)
“So I ask you not to lose heart… be strengthened with might through his Spirit… that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have power to comprehend… what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” Eph 3:13-19
For additional spiritual guidance in time of need, click on “Answers to Life’s Difficult Questions.”