Mental Health Champions Club
The Mental Health Champions Club is an Athletes for Hope initiative that is using the power of sports to bring wellness, kindness, and self-care tips to our community members through education.
Become a Mental Health Champion here.
Mental Health Resource Hub
From crisis hotlines, to how to support teammates, to tips on how to stay mindful, there are so many resources available to support mental health. Our resource hub will be frequently updated with new content and events with our Athlete Ambassadors. If you would like to contribute an additional resource, please let us know here.
Athlete Mental Health Resource Guide
AFH created the Athlete Mental Health Resource Guide to help athletes of all levels support their teammates and pay attention to when others may be struggling.
Therapy 101 Resource Guide
AFH created the Therapy 101 Resource Guide in collaboration with ES Therapy to highlight the accessibility & availability of current mental health resources to athletes of all levels.
QPR Suicide Prevention Training
AFH is proud to offer free suicide prevention training through the QPR Institute. If you are a current athlete, retired athlete or coach, please sign up here.
Feel Good Tips & Tricks
In 2021, AFH hosted “Feel Good Fridays” on social media where AFH Athletes and staff shared tips and tricks on how to manage stress, anxiety and maintain mindfulness. Check them out below!
Other Resources
If someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please call the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) hotline 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) M-F 10am-8pm Eastern or info@nami.org.
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline
1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727)
Get general information on mental health and locate treatment services in your area.
Speak to a live person Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the National
Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24 hours a day,
7 days a week to those experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance use, and other mental health crises.
*Please note the original lifeline number (1-800-273-8255) will always remain available to those experiencing emotional distress
NCTSN’s Self-Care Strategies Handout
View it here.
Text STEVE to 741741
If you are a young person of color who is feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious, please
know you can text STEVE to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor 24/7. The
link for additional information is located here, including a PDF and JPG version of this
information for social media use: httns//www.stevefundora/crisisteytline.
Athlete EDGE® at EDCare
Eating disorders can impact both an athlete’s sport performance and life beyond their sport, leading to mental, emotional, and physical concerns. Athlete EDGE® at EDCare provides intensive, compassionate eating disorder treatment from professionals who understand the world of sport and the unique challenges athletes face. This specialized program is designed to support athletes in achieving recovery while maintaining their athletic goals. EDCare is in-network with most major insurances and offers affordable housing accommodations. Assessments are free and confidential. To learn more, call (303) 771-0861 or visit www.athleteEDGE.care