Resources Available for Those Affected by the Apalachee High School Shooting on September 4, 2024.
Welcome to the Love Will Prevail Center for Healing Virtual Resilience Center. This center provides links to those affected by the Apalachee High School Shooting that occurred on September 4, 2024. This will include local, state and national resources to aid in the recovery of this trauma. Resources include Victim & Social Services, Social Connection & Empowerment, Health & Wellness, and Managing Grief & Trauma.
If you are in a mental health crisis, and need to talk to someone immediately:
Call the Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7: 1 (800) 985-5990
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: call 988 or 988 Lifeline
Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741
Georgia Crisis and Access Line – 1.800.715.4225 – GCAL
Public Safety
Barrow County Sheriff Office BCSO
Barrow County Fire Department BCFD
Winder Police Department WPD
Local Resources
Mental Health
Ministry Village
If you are seeking mental health counseling fill out the referral sheet and someone will contact you to make an appointment with one of our seven counseling agency partners. Those affected by the Apalachee High School shooting are currently receiving services at no cost.
Ministry Village- Counseling Referrals
Local Behavioral Health Hospitals – Inpatient and Outpatient Possibilities
Northeast Georgia Medical Center – 770.219.3800 – Offered at multiple locations, including Braselton
Laurelwood (part of NGMC) is located in Gainesville. https://www.nghs.com/mental-health-services Call 770.219.2888 or 1.800.848.3649 for assessments
Summit Ridge Hospital – 678.442.5858 https://www.summitridgehospital.net/ FREE assessments 24/7
Lakeview Behavioral Health – 1.877.659.4255 - https://www.lakeviewbehavioralhealth.com/- Walk ins
welcome 24/7
View Point Health – 678.209.2411 – https://www.myviewpointhealth.org/- 24/7 access to care
For resources offered by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
This includes victim compensation program, Victim Helplines, Resources to support children and other victims, and the victim assistance division.
Resilient Northeast Georgia
Resilient Northeast Georgia coalition focuses on creating a stronger and more adaptive behavioral health system of care through the development of trauma-informed community infrastructure. For resources that are available to those affected by trauma:
Barrow County Family Connection
Barrow County Family Connection brings together partners and community members to figure out the best way to help our kids and families thrive. We discuss our vision for our community, assess the needs in our county, then decide how we can best work together to meet those needs. For resources available from them:
Barrow County School System
For Information on family engagement, school health and safety, and more about the Barrow County Schools and how the resources available to those affected by the shooting.
First Responders
Available assistance for the first responders that have been affected by the shooting at Apalachee High School and/or other traumas.
2nd Alarm Project
The 2nd Alarm Project® is a nonprofit organization that offers comprehensive, evidence-based resiliency programs and services to support the mental health of first responders. Additional information can be found on their website and free mobile app. 2nd Alarm Project
First Responders Hope
The First Responder Hope Line works to ensure that our community’s first responders have access to a lifeline of support, allowing you to speak confidentially with trained specialists anytime. Call: 1-866-4FL-HERO First Responders Hope
Barrow Community Foundation
The Barrow Community Foundation works to connect the community through connection and collaboration. For possible scholarships, education and more. Community Foundation
St. Vincent De Paul
For financial support for housing, utilities, food and other basic needs for families who lost wages due to school closings following the shooting. St Vincent De Paul
Faith Based Services
Ministry Village
Ministry Village has partnered with over 20 local churches to offer faith-based services for those seeking answers and more. You can email info@barrowministryvillage.org if you are seeking a church that wants to help you connect to God in your healing.
Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. CR
Food and Clothing Ministries
Spirit of Sharing
Spirit of Sharing is a nonprofit ministry located in Winder that has food and clothing available to those struggling from this crisis. They conduct a monthly food distribution, as well as have a local store with limited hours. SOS
House of Bread Food Pantry: Bethlehem FUMC House of Bread distributes food boxes on the 1st Saturday of the month from 9:30 -11:30 AM. BFUMC
Advantage Behavioral Health
Advantage Behavioral Health Systems provides person-centered treatment and recovery support to individuals and families experiencing behavioral health challenges, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and addictive diseases. ABHS
National Center for Victims of Crime, Victim Connect Resource Center
VictimConnect Resource Center (VCRC) is a weekday phone, chat, and text-based referral helpline for all victims of crime in the United States and its territories that provides emotional support, information, and individualized referrals. Call or text: 1-855-484-2846, or chat confidentially and anonymously with a victim assistance specialist using VictimChat Connect
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
The NAMI Helpline is a free, confidential nationwide service that provides one-on-one emotional support, mental health information and resources needed to tackle tough challenges that you, your family or friends are facing. Or, you can look through self-help online resources to find your answers. NAMI
Call: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Text: NAMI to 62640 Available Monday Through Friday, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM ET
Education Materials
12 self help tips for coping in the aftermath or mass violence
Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Other Traumatic Event: Managing Stress
Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth after the Recent Shooting
Teacher Training Module: Supporting Grieving Students in Schools
Self-Care Strategies for Teachers and Providers
Psychological Impact of the Recent Shooting
Talking to your Children About the Shooting