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Referrals & Resources
A list of Support Groups and Ministries in both the CT Area and National Scroll List
Disclaimer: All the sites on this page are simply ‘suggestions’ and are NOT endorsements. We realize that not every source is for everyone. Therefore we strongly suggest each person use their own discretion based upon their own needs and comfort when contacting these ministries. Please always seek professional help when in an emergency!
SUICIDE THOUGHTS
STOP! Before you do anything- Please consider that there are those who care about YOU! Right now your problems may seem overwhelming and bigger than you can handle. But problems CAN be solved. There ARE answers! Please don’t give up. Get help! Call your local crisis hotline. Don’t make a permanent decision for a temporary problem. Click here now and allow someone who cares to help you find a better solution. SuicideHotlines.com Or Call the Nationwide Hotline NOW! 1-800-273-8255
This list is updated regularly. If you are looking for something specific, we are willing to offer several “options” that may be able to assist you. Please e-mail and tell us what type of referral you are looking for. hope@restoringhopeministries.org Scroll Down
ADHD Support
Compassionate Support Help and encouragement for Christians and their family members who struggle with Attention Deficit Disorder http://www.christianadhd.com/main.html
ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE
Brooklyn Teen Challenge A Residential Program for Men & Women 444 Clinton Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11238 Phone: 718-789-1414 www.teenchallengebrooklyn.com Email: Info@TeenChallengeBrooklyn.com Search for a Teen Challenge Center near you… National Web site: www.teenchallengeusa.com REFOCUS MINISTRY (A Residential Program for Women) 830 Connecticut Ave. Bridgeport, CT 06607 Phone: 203-332-6747 Fax: 203-334-4201 Email: info@refocusoutreach.org www.refocusoutreach.org Pacific Hills A residential and outpatient recovery program for addictions http://www.pachills.com/
DISABILITIES
Joni & Friends Offers help for the disabled person, their family and friends. Encouragement to help you cope. http://www.joniandfriends.org/
DIVORCE ISSUES
Catholic Family Counseling Hamden, CT 203-230-2460 DivorceCare for Adults http://www.divorcecare.com/ 1-800-489-7778 DivorceCare for Kids http://www.dc4k.org/ 1-800-489-7778 DivorceCare for Kids - location in CT Black Rock Congregational Church, Stamford CT Starting Sept. 17, 2010 203-322-6975 http://www.brcc.org/index.html
GRIEF
Widow’s Walk Ministries “A ministry of encouragement and comfort to those who mourn the loss of a spouse” Jane White E-mail: nonnie_woman@hotmail.com Widow’s Walk Devotional
JUVENILE OFFENDERS
Prison Fellowship Ministries Chuck Colsen’s ministry outreach to prisoners and their families. National Web-site: www.pfm.org
CHRISTIAN LEGAL SERVICES
The following links provide legal services for Christians whose religious rights have been infringed upon either in the work place, school, or other. Some services are free, some are not, but these links can also direct you to other legal resources for your need. The Rutherford Institute www.rutherford.org Alliance Defense Fund American Center for Law and Justice
MARRIAGE
Restore Ministries International "A Marriage Restoration Ministry designed to meet the needs of Women" www.restorem.org
PORNOGRAPHIC ADDICTION
Setting the Captives Free Program This ministry offers free courses and online mentoring to help you gain victory over your problems. Way of Purity Course www.settingcaptivesfree.com/course/ Door of Hope Course www.settingcaptivesfree.com/door_hope/
PRISON MINISTRIES
Prison Fellowship Ministries Chuck Colsen’s ministry outreach to prisoners and their families. National Web-site: www.pfm.org
RETREAT CENTERS
Singing Hills Christian Conference Center Nestled in the hills of New Hampshire www.singinghills.net
TEENAGE PREGNANCY & ABORTION RECOVERY
You had plans for your life. Having a baby wasn’t one of them. Don’t face tough decisions alone. There is help!
Hope For Life Unexpectedly expecting? Let us help. 126 Main St. * Cheshire, CT 06410 Phone: 203-271-2730 www.hopepregnancycenterct.org SafeHaven Ministries A place for healing after the trauma of abortion. Offers help to the mother, father or any other person effected by an abortion. http://www.safehavenministries.com/
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