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  • River Valley Pregnancy Medical Center logo

    1st Choice Pregnancy Medical Center

    Address:

    4622 Grand Avenue
    Fort Smith, AR 72904
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 484-5244

    Pregnancy testing, counseling, education, support, and referrals.

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  • 988 Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis

    988 Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis

    Phone:
    988

    Lifeline ofrece 24/7, servicios gratuitos en español, y no es necesario hablar inglés si usted necesita ayuda.

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  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Phone:
    988

    The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States

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  • Al-Anon Family Groups logo

    Al-Anon Family Groups

    Phone:
    (479) 441-9705

    Rehabilitation support groups for children, teens, family, and friends of alcoholics

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  • Alcoholics Anonymous logo

    Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

    Address:

    1209 North B Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 783-0123

    Helps alcoholics achieve and maintain sobriety.

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  • Antioch Youth & Family logo

    Antioch for Youth And Family

    Address:

    1122 North 11th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72902
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 459-0669

    Food pantry and youth development services in the greater Fort Smith area.

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  • Arkansas Crisis Center logo

    Arkansas Crisis Center

    Phone:
    (888) 274-7472

    Confidential and anonymous intervention and counseling and links to resources in the caller's area.  Their goal is zero suicides in Arkansas by 2025.

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  • Arkansas Law Help

    Arkansas Law Help

    Phone:
    (888) 540-2941

    Information, resources, and links to legal assistance.

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  • Arkansas State Library Logo

    Arkansas State Library

    Address:

    900 West Capitol, Suite 100
    Little Rock, AR 72201
    United States

    Phone:
    (501) 682-2053

    The Arkansas State Library provides library and information services to state government as well as to citizens statewide through support and coordination of public library services.

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  • UAFS Boreham Library logo

    Boreham Library (UA Fort Smith)

    Address:

    5210 Grand Avenue
    Fort Smith, AR 72913
    United States

    Boreham Library is the campus library at the University of Arkansas -- Fort Smith.  Fort Smith Public Library cardholders may use their library card to check out materials at Boreham Library.

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  • Career Ready Fort Smith

    Career Ready Fort Smith

    In partnership with the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith and the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce, Career Ready Fort Smith is a resource for those located within Sebastian, Crawford, and Franklin County, AR, as well as Le Flore and Sequoyah County, OK.

    Our career portal will connect you to positions located throughout our region. If you’re currently employed or relocating and looking for opportunity, interested in returning to work or making your first jump into a career – the career portal will connect you. Search below to see what is available.

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  • Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline 1-800-482-5964

    Child Abuse Hotline-Arkansas

    Phone:
    (844) SAVE-A-Child (728-3224), (800) 482-5964

    If you suspect child abuse and neglect in Arkansas, call 1-844-SAVE-A-Child (1-844-728-3224)

  • OKDHS Abuse & Neglect hotline

    Child Abuse Hotline-Oklahoma

    Phone:
    (800) 522-3511

    If you suspect abuse or neglect in Oklahoma, contact the Oklahoma Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-522-3511

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  • Childhelp logo

    Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

    Phone:
    (800) 4-A-Child (422-4453)

    The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors.  Assistance is offered in over 170 languages.  The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.

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  • City of Fort Smith logo

    City Of Fort Smith

    Address:

    623 Garrison Avenue
    3rd Floor, Room 315
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 784-2201

    The official website for the City of Fort Smith offers resources and information for residents, businesses, and visitors.

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  • Community Dental Clinic

    Community Dental Clinic

    Address:

    3428 Armour Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72914
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 782-6021

    Provides basic dental services to low income families who live in Crawford or Sebastian counties.

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  • Community Rescue Mission logo

    Community Rescue Mission

    Address:

    301 North F Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 782-1443

    Faith-based organization providing safe shelter, meals, and support for men, women, and families.

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  • Community Services Clearinghouse logo

    Community Services Clearinghouse

    Address:

    4420 Wheeler Avenue
    Fort Smith, AR 72902
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 782-5074

    Offers food pantry, Backpacks for Kids program, and other services for individuals facing emergency situations.

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  • Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council logo

    Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council

    Address:

    1617 South Zero Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 785-2303

    Improves the lives and encourages self-sufficiency of low-income individuals and families through services such as utility assistance, weatherization, home ownership, regional food bank, and dental clinic.

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  • Crisis Text Line logo

    Crisis Text Line

    Anyone who is feeling depressed or suicidal can text HOME to 741741. A crisis worker will text back immediately and offer support and assistance by text.

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  • Fort Smith Adult Education Center logo

    Fort Smith Adult Education Center

    Address:

    501 South 20th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 785-1232

    Offers a wide range of classes that are available to area residents 18 and over.  Flexible class schedules including day and evening sessions to meet the unique needs of adult learners.

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  • Fort Smith Crisis Intervention Center logo

    Fort Smith Crisis Intervention Center

    Address:

    5603 South 14th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (800) 359-0056

    End domestic violence and sexual assault through services, education and prevention programs to empower women, men, and children to live free of fear and harm.

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  • Gamblers Anonymous logo

    Gamblers Anonymous

    Help compulsive gamblers stop gambling and assist others who want to stop gambling.

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  • Good Samaritan Clinic logo

    Good Samaritan Clinic

    Phone:
    (479) 783-0233

    Offers affordable medical care, x-rays, and lab services to the uninsured and underinsured.

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  • Heart to Heart logo

    Heart To Heart Pregnancy Support Center

    Address:

    417 South 16th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 452-2260

    Faith-based ministry assisting women, men, and families who are experiencing or have experienced a crisis pregnancy.

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  • Hope Campus Logo

    Hope Campus

    Address:

    301 South E Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 668-4764

    Meals, shelter, and services such as shower facilities, hygiene assistance, medical care, counseling, veterans' services, and education for homeless and low-income individuals.

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  • LGBT National Hotline 1-888-843-4564

    LGBT National Hotline

    Phone:
    (888) 843-4564

    Telephone, email, and online support for all ages about coming out issues, gender identity, relationship concerns, bullying, workplace issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety and safer sex information, and more.  They also maintain a 15,000-resource database.

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  • LGBT National Senior Hotline 1-888-234-7243

    LGBT National Senior Hotline

    Phone:
    (888) 243-7243

    Telephone support as well as factual information and referrals to local sources for seniors.  Provides seniors the ability to talk with trained peer support volunteers about issues including isolation, relationship concerns, bullying, family concerns, HIV/AIDS, and more.  The hotline offers a caring, non-judgmental person to talk with.

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  • LGBT National Youth Hotline 1-800-246-7743

    LGBT National Youth Hotline

    Phone:
    (800) 246-7743

    Telephone, email, and online support for teens and young adults up to age 25 about coming out issues, gender identity, relationship concerns, parent issues, school problems, HIV/AIDS anxiety and safer sex information, and more.  They also maintain a 15,000-resource database.

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  • Literacy Council of Western Arkansas

    Literacy Council Of Western Arkansas

    Address:

    300 South 11th
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 783-2665

    Helps adults gain basic skills in reading, writing, and math.  Also offers English as a Second Language and citizenship classes.

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  • love is respect.org logo

    loveisrespect (National Dating Abuse Hotline)

    Phone:
    (866) 331-9474 or Text LOVEIS to 22522

    Highly-trained advocates offer support, information, and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. They also provide information and support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, service providers, and members of law enforcement. Free and confidential phone, live chat, and texting services are available 24/7/365.

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  • NAMI logo

    NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) HelpLine

    Phone:
    (800) 950-6264 or text Helpline to 62640

    HelpLine staff and volunteers answer questions about mental health issues. Available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.

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  • Nar-Anon Family Groups logo

    Nar-Anon Family Groups

    Fellowship and support for family and friends of addicts.

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  • Narcotics Anonymous logo

    Narcotics Anonymous (NA)

    Phone:
    (888) 501-1607

    Fellowship of recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

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  • National Center for Missing and Exploited Children logo

    National Center For Missing & Exploited Children

    Phone:
    (800) THE-LOST (843-5678)

    The nation's clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization, abuse, abduction, and exploitation.

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  • National Council on Problem Gambling logo

    National Council on Problem Gambling Helpline

    Phone:
    Call or Text (800) 522-4700

    A single access point for those seeking help for a gambling problem.  Calls are confidential and the hotline is open 24/7.

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  • National Domestic Violence Hotline logo

    National Domestic Violence Hotline

    Phone:
    (800) 799-SAFE (7233) TTY (800) 787-3224

    Highly trained advocates are available 24/7/365 to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.

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  • National Drug Helpline logo

    National Drug Helpline

    Phone:
    (844) 289-0879

    The National Drug Helpline offers 24/7 drug and alcohol help to those struggling with addiction and seeking information regarding treatment and recovery.

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  • National Human Trafficking Hotline logo

    National Human Trafficking Hotline

    Phone:
    (888) 373-7888 or text 233733

    The National Human Trafficking Hotline is a national anti-trafficking hotline serving victims and survivors of human trafficking and the anti-trafficking community in the United States. The hotline is available 24/7/365 in over 200 languages.

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  • National Runaway Safeline logo

    National Runaway Safeline

    Phone:
    (800) RUNAWAY (786-2929)

    The National Runaway Safeline is ready to listen to anyone who is thinking of running away or already has run away.  Services are confidential and nonjudgemental.

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  • NEDA logo

    NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) Helpline

    Phone:
    (800) 931-2237 or text NEDA to 741741

    THE NEDA Helpline offers support, resources, and information on treatment options for eating disorders for individuals and their loved ones.  is available Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT.

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  • Option Line logo

    OptionLine

    Phone:
    Text HELPLINE to 313131 or call (800) 712-4357

    OptionLine offers free, confidential help and information about pregnancy signs and symptoms, information on options, and referral to local assistance.

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  • RAINN logo

    RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline

    Phone:
    (800) 656-HOPE (4673)

    RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. They created and operate the free National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. The hotline is available 24/7 and calls are confidential.

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  • Logo for River Valley Regional Food Bank

    River Valley Regional Food Bank

    Address:

    1617 South Zero Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72918
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 785-0582

    Distributes food from local and national producers and grocers to nearly 190 partner agencies.

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  • S.A.F.E. Alternatives logo

    S.A.F.E. Alternatives (National Self-Injury Hotline)

    Phone:
    (800) DON’T-CUT (366-8288)

    S.A.F.E. Alternatives is a nationally recognized treatment approach, professional network, and educational resource base, committed to helping individuals achieve an end to self-injurious behavior.

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  • Safe School Helpline logo

    Safe School Helpline

    Phone:
    (800) 41-VOICE (418-6423) Ext 359 or text TIPS to 66746

    Use the Safe School Helpline to report threats of violence, depression, and illegal activity that could harm children in Fort Smith Public Schools. Calls are private, confidential, and anonymous. Available 24/7.

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  • Salvation Army logo

    Salvation Army

    Address:

    301 North 6th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 783-6145

    Offers shelter and needs assistance through their mission to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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  • SAMHSA National Helpline logo

    SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) Helpline

    Phone:
    (800) 662-HELP (4357) TTY (800) 487-4889

    SAMHSA’s Helpline is a confidential, free, 24/7/365 service for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. They provide referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also request free publications and other information. English and Spanish is available.

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  • Sebastian County Arkansas logo

    Sebastian County

    Address:

    35 South 6 Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 783-6139

    The official website for Sebastian County, Arkansas, offering information on elections, property assessment and taxes, detention center, and courts.

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  • Old law books on a bookshelf

    Sebastian County Law Library

    Address:

    100 North 16th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 783-4730

    The Sebastian County Law Library offers access to print and electronic legal information including LexisNexis and Westlaw.  It is open to the public.

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  • Sex Addicts Anonymous logo

    Sex Addicts Anonymous

    A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other so that they may overcome their sexual addiction and help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency.

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  • State of Arkansas logo

    State Of Arkansas

    Address:

    1515 West 7th Street
    Suite 2014
    Little Rock, AR 72201
    United States

    Phone:
    (501) 682-1105

    The official website for the State of Arkansas offers information for citizens, businesses, and visitors.

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  • Teen line logo

    Teen Line

    Phone:
    Text TEEN to 839863 or call (800) 852-8336

    Teen Line is a confidential hotline for teens who want to talk to other teens who understand. Teen Line is available every night from 8 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. (CST).

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  • The Hope Chest logo

    The Hope Chest

    Address:

    717 North 4th Street
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 452-1240

    Free clothing and small household items for families and individuals in need.

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  • The Next Step Homeless Services logo

    The Next Step Homeless Services

    Address:

    123 North 6th Street
    Suite 200
    Fort Smith, AR 72901
    United States

    Phone:
    (479) 782-5433

    Day shelter offering hot meals, individual case management, job counseling, psychological assessment, life skills training, bicycle rental, telephone and messaging access, mail service, budgeting classes, anger management classes, and housing search assistance.

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  • Trans Lifeline

    Trans Lifeline

    Phone:
    (877) 565-8860

    Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid. Need to talk? Call! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. We’re available 9 a.m.-4 a.m. CST. Volunteers may be available during off hours.

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  • The Trevor Project logo

    Trevor Project TrevorLifeline

    Phone:
    (866) 488-7386 or Text START to 678678

    The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. TrevorLifeline is available 24/7. Trevor Text is available Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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  • UAMS logo

    University Of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Library (UAMS)

    Address:

    4301 West Markham Street
    Little Rock, AR 72205
    United States

    Phone:
    (501) 686-7000

    The UAMS Library provides medical information to UAMS faculty, students, and staff, as well as health professionals in Arkansas.  The Library is open to the public and offers a number of medical resources written for laypeople.

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