Mental Health

Need Immediate Help in A Crisis?

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call, chat, or text 988 if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health crisis, and get connected to a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

1 in 5 U.S. Adults experience mental illness each year and only half of them receive treatment.

Local Resources

A red MTA bus with Goffstown appearing on the front lighted banner.Need a Ride? Let MTA pick you up!

Call 603-623-8801 (option "2") for free transportation options.

Manchester Transit Authority (MTA) provides on-demand service now available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Make a reservation directly with Manchester Transit Authority as early as 1 week prior, and at least 24 hours in advance.

Rides to medical appointments, riders with disabilities, and those age 62+ receive priority booking. Service will be provided on a first come first serve basis and will be available "curb to curb" from any location in the Town of Goffstown to any other location in the Town of Goffstown or any medical facility in the City of Manchester or Town of Bedford. All buses are ADA-accessible.

For more information contact Planning and Economic Development Director Jo Ann Duffy, at 603-497-8990 x118.

National Resources

  • American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) -  Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988. AFSP is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
  • Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741  Provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
  • The National Alliance on Mental Illness "Take the Moment" campaign shines a spotlight on their free education programs, seminars, presentations, support groups, and peer-support helplines. 
    • How to support the children and young people in my life with a mental health condition? NAMI Basics A free, six-session education program for parents, caregivers, and other family members who provide care for youth (ages 22 and younger).
    • How do I support a loved one with a mental health condition? 
      • NAMI Family-to-Family A free, eight-session educational program for family, significant others, and friends.
      • NAMI Family & Friends A free 90-minute or four-hour seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to support them best.
    • How to support the military members in my life with a mental health condition? NAMI Homefront A free, six-session program for families, caregivers, and friends of military members and veterans.
    • Changing the attitudes and stigma surrounding mental health conditions. NAMI In Our Own Voice Free presentations that provide a personal perspective of mental health conditions, as leaders with lived experience talk openly about what it's like to have a mental health condition.
    • I need a safe place to learn about my mental health journey. NAMI Peer-to-Peer A free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to understand themselves and their recovery better.
    • I want to find a safe mental health community. NAMI Support Groups NAMI support groups are free peer-led and allow participants to share their experiences and gain support from other attendees.
    • I need someone to talk to right now! Call 1-800-950-6264, available Monday Through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET.
      • 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. Text "HelpLine" to 62640, or chat.
      • The NAMI Teen & Young Adult HelpLine offers a direct connection with another young person who shares similar experiences and is prepared to offer information, resources, and support. Text “Friend” to 62640 or chat. 
  • Mental Health in America's theme for 2024 is "Where to Start: Mental Health in a Changing World.” "In a world that is constantly evolving, it can be overwhelming to navigate the various challenges and changes happening around us. The pressures of work, relationships, and societal factors, like politics, climate change, and the economy, can significantly impact our mental well-being, sometimes even more than we realize." Worksheets, interactive and DIY Tools to help build a coping toolbox to better manage stress, difficult emotions, and challenging situations.
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 
    • Find treatment near you. Learn about treatment options and health care professionals that can help with mental health, drug, and alcohol issues.
    • Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7 crisis counseling for emotional distress related to a disaster. 1-800-985-5990
    • SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month


Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a cornerstone of addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions. Join us in May in normalizing the practice of taking moments to prioritize mental health care without guilt or shame. #MentalHealthMonth

Library Events

The Library collaborated with Makin' It Happen in November 2024 to provide the following programs. Please follow the library calendar, social media, and monthly newsletters for similar events in the future.

  • It's Real: Teens and Mental Health in-person event for ages 14-18 and their guardians.
  • Talk Saves Lives Suicide Prevention Training virtual event for adults ages 18 years or older.