Social Services

Throughout the year many people struggle with mental health crisis especially during the winter months. If you or anyone you know is suffering from a mental health crisis, domestic abuse, child abuse/neglect, elder abuse/neglect please call the appropriate numbers provided below. If you are in need of immediate assistance please dial 911.

Domestic Violence Services:
Legal support, counseling, shelter, and other help
Agency: Domestic Violence Service Center
Hotline Number: 570-823-7312 or 1-800-424-5600

Elder Abuse Services:
Counseling, shelter and protective services for older victims
and their families
Agency: Area Agency on Aging (Bureau for Aging)
Hotline Number: 570-822-1158 or 1-800-252-1512

Child Abuse Services:
Counseling, information and referral services for abused and
neglected children and their families
Agency: Luzerne County Children & Youth or Childline
Hotline Number: 570-826-8710 or 1-800-932-0313

Crisis Support

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please dial 211 from your cell phone or 570-829-1341. You can also text your zip code to TXT 211.