Buffalo H.O.P.E. Resource Center & Helpline - Buffalo Urban League

1359 Jefferson Avenue Buffalo, NY 14208 www.buffalourbanleague.org/
Emotional Support Helpline
716-250-2478

Primary Services
Comprehensive Information and Referral, General Crisis Intervention Hotlines, In Person Crisis Intervention, Job Information

Description
Provides information, psychoeducation, coping skills education, wrap-around supports, assessments, and referrals/linkage to resources for anyone in need through a free and confidential helpline and resource center, with the goal of empowering City of Buffalo residents to explore their options as they recover from recent traumatic events.

Staff are readily available to talk, listen, provide emotional support, and teach stress reduction techniques and positive coping strategies via helpline or in person at the resource center, with no appointment necessary. Staff can also provide assessment and referrals/linkages to housing information, jobs, and any further community resources needed.

Hours
Resource Center: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm; Saturday, usually 9am-4pm, but may vary; call to confirm Saturday hours.

Helpline: Monday-Saturday, 8am-6:30pm.

Eligibility
Anyone in need of support.

Service Area: City of Buffalo.

Intake Process
Call the helpline or walk in to the resource center; no appointment necessary.

Program Fees
Free.

Date of Official Change
Jul 07, 2023