Animal welfare and veterinary professionals face uniquely high risks of compassion fatigue, burnout, and suicide due to daily exposure to animal trauma and euthanasia, stress from the inability to meet community needs, and challenging interactions with community members who often don’t fully understand the work we do. The listing below connect you to a variety of resources from crisis lines, to support services, and financial programs.
Not One More Vet- Mental health services for veterinary professionals
211maine.org – Comprehensive listing of mental health, crisis and support services across Maine. Call 211, text your zip code to 898-211 or email info@211maine.org This resource can also help connect you with local heating, housing, and financial programs.
NAMI Maine Resource Database- searchable database of providers and support services
Crisis Support Helplines:
- Maine Crisis Line: 888-568-1112
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
- Statewide Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-866-834-4357
- Sexual Assault Support: 1-800-871-7741
- Teen Text Line: Youth support on a variety of topics: 207-515-8398
- Intentional Peer Support Warmline: Support from those with lived experience with mental health conditions: 866-771-9276
- The FrontLine WarmLine: Supports for health care workers and first responders: (207) 221-8196 or 866-367-4440
Jessica Dolce- 7 Ways to Support Mental Health in the Animal Welfare Community
Compassion in Balance- National resource list
State of Maine Financial Assistance Programs
