Housing, Food & Basic Needs
Resources for housing, food, utilities, transportation and other daily needs that can affect emotional wellbeing.
Understanding This
Mental-health support does not exist separately from everyday life. Housing insecurity, hunger, utility shutoffs, transportation problems and financial pressure can create or intensify emotional distress. Community resource networks can help address these needs.
Common Support Needs
Housing assistance
Food assistance
Utility help
Transportation
Health care
Insurance information
Local social-service referrals
Where to Start
- Call 211 or use the SAGE 211 resource record.
- CDC's mental-health resource guide points to federal benefit and care resources.
- SAMHSA can help locate behavioral-health treatment.
Related SAGE Resources
Trusted Sources
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CDC — Mental Health Resources
https://www.cdc.gov/mental-health/caring/
211
https://www.211.org/
Information checked: 2026-09-28