Mental Health is a priority in Wauwatosa's 2023-2027 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). Visit our CHIP to learn how you can get involved in making Wauwatosa a healthier community.

City of Wauwatosa Social Workers

The City of Wauwatosa has three social workers to help address mental health concerns in our community. There is one social worker shared across the Health, Police, and Fire Departments, and two youth mental health social workers who assist youth through partnerships with our public and private schools.

Our social workers can assist with resource navigation, treatment access, and overall mental health outcomes. If you or someone you know needs assistance with resources or treatment, please visit our social work webpage to learn more.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, or substance use crisis.

People of all ages who need help for themselves or a loved one can access the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by:

• Calling 988 (multiple languages)
• Sending a text message to 988 (English only)
• Using the chat feature at 988lifeline.org(link is external) (English only)

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is the new name for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which has been available since 2005.

Mental Health Resources

• Wauwatosa Mental Health Resource Guide
• Well Badger Resource Center: Children's Mental and Behavioral Health Resource Navigator
• Wauwatosa Youth Commission Mental Health Resource Flyer - is a resource created by Wauwatosa youth with the mental health needs of youth in mind.
• Milwaukee County Safety Net Clinic 2021 Referral Directory - is a comprehensive listing of services in Milwaukee County, including Mental Health Resources.
• Youth Mental Health Resource Guide - from the Wauwatosa School District TEAMS Initiative.
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
• Prevent Suicide Greater Milwaukee - is a community coalition providing resources and support to reduce the number of attempted and completed suicides in Milwaukee County.

Mental Health Training Opportunities

Learn to recognize the risk factors and warning signs associated with suicidal thoughts and how to offer hope and help with QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Training.  Available to parents, friends, teachers, ministers, medical and mental health professionals – anyone who wants to know more about keeping the ones they care about from dying by suicide.  QPR Training is led by a Certified QPR Gatekeeper Trainer.

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