STL Recovers

Health Resources

Healthcare, medication and mental health resources for individuals affected by the tornado.

Medication and Prescriptions

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross can help to replace lost prescription medications, prescription glasses, etc.  Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS for further assistance.

Emergency Waiver

As of 5/22/2025, there is an emergency waiver issued by the Missouri Board of Pharmacy to assist those in need of critical prescription medications following the tornadoes on May 16.

Mental Health Support

Crisis Counseling

Crisis counseling is available through the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH): 

  • Call or text: 1-800-985-5990
  • En español: Llama o envía un mensaje de texto 1-800-985-5990 presiona "2."
  • For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Callers: Please text or call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 using your preferred Relay provider.

Additional Mental Health Resources

Additional Resources

Domestic and Family Violence Help
Listings of organizations that can help with leaving domestic or family violence situations, finding housing, childcare, counseling, legal support, and safety plans for City of St. Louis residents.

Food Help
Food banks and free meals in the St. Louis area.

Healthcare Help
Resources for low cost health care for insured and underinsured people and recent immigrants.

Help for New Americans
Help resources for new Americans provided by local organizations: legal support, resettlement help, community resources and more.

Mental Health Help
If you are in the City of St. Louis and struggling with a mental health issue, these resources can help.

Substance Use and Opioid Use Help
If you or a loved one are struggling with substance use in the City of St. Louis, these resources can help.

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