Her Emergency Support Library 🚨

Emergency Support & Resources for Black Women Navigating Difficult Moments aka “Barely Holding On”.

HerDiaryStudiio is a space for reflection and community, but sometimes life asks for immediate help beyond what a community can provide. The resources below connect you with trained professionals, support networks, and assistance programs.

If you are in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services.

Mental Health & Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 (U.S.)

Available 24/7 for emotional distress, crisis support, and mental health help.

You do not have to be suicidal to call. You can reach out if you feel overwhelmed, unsafe, or emotionally exhausted.

Therapy for Black Girls

Website: therapyforblackgirls.com

A directory specifically designed to help Black women find culturally competent therapists and mental health professionals.

BEAM: beam.community

Offers mental health education, peer support resources, and crisis tools centered on Black communities.

The Loveland Foundation: thelovelandfoundation.org

Provides financial assistance for therapy sessions for Black women and girls.

Domestic Violence Support

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call: 1-800-799-7233

Text: START to 88788

Available 24/7 for anyone experiencing abuse or unsafe living situations. They can help with safety planning, shelter resources, and emotional support.

National Domestic Workers Alliance: www.domesticworkers.org

Provides advocacy, resources, and occasionally emergency funds for women working in domestic or caregiving roles.

The National Black Women’s Justice Institute: www.nbwji.org

Supports Black women navigating systemic challenges and advocacy needs.

Sexual Assault Support

RAINN

Call: 800-656-HOPE

Website: rainn.org

Provides confidential support for survivors of sexual assault and can connect you with local counseling and resources.

Food Assistance

WIC

Supports pregnant women, mothers, and young children with food assistance, nutrition education, and health referrals.

Website: wic.fns.usda.gov

SNAP

Helps individuals and families afford groceries during difficult financial periods.

Website: fns.usda.gov/snap

Housing, Bills & Local Assistance

• United Way – 211 Resource Line

Dial 211 or visit 211.org.

This service connects people with local resources for:

• emergency housing

• food banks

• utility assistance

• childcare support

• financial help

They search resources based on your location.

For Black Mothers in Need of Support

You can also find help through:

• local WIC offices

• community health clinics

• mutual aid groups in your area

Many communities offer diaper banks, childcare support, and parenting assistance programs.

This space exists so no Black Woman feels like she has to suffer in silence.

If you are struggling, you are not weak for seeking help.

Sometimes the bravest thing we can do is reach for support instead of carrying everything alone.

Take what you need from this emergency support library.

Share it with another sister if she needs it.

Also, Let me know if you want this as a PDF. I’ll whip one up for free.

P.S. If you know of any other resources, please share with your sister.

Examples but not limited to:

• verified mutual aid funds

• job opportunities

• housing leads

• childcare resources

You are not alone here. 🤎

Eye Love You Always, Black Woman. ♥️