New Frontier Treatment Center

• 24 hour emergency number (775) 427-4040

General Services

• Drug & Alcohol treatment (775) 423-1412
• 28 bed program
• Mental health issues
• Co-occurring disorders
• Issues uncomfortable seeking help for
• Treat Children, Youth, and Families
• Child welfare cases
• Residential gambling program
• Federals funds, state funds, grants, donations
• Primary health, mental health, and substance abuse health
• Medication Management
• 24/7 food pantry – emergency (775) 427-4040
• Infant and toddler supplies
• Thursday Adolescent Group – 12-17 years of age – Free of charge
• Emergency hot meals
• Family communication drug/violence program
• Partner with DCFS and the Police Department to adopt a family at Christmas
• Screenings for Alcohol Awareness Week (April) at CCHS and CCJH
• Limited money for transportation
• Grant for school clothing and shoes
• Bi-lingual services
• “Rooms for Ruth”

Churchill County Social Services’ goal is to facilitate the self-sufficiency of program recipients.

Our emergency, temporary assistance programs provide for the health and welfare of eligible county residents. Individuals and families have opportunities to develop, grow, and prosper as valued, respected residents of the community. Our community is welcoming and responsive and offers opportunities and respect for all residents through:

• Active faith community
• Affordable housing
• Diverse economy
• Drug-free and safe living
• Family oriented services
• Informal support networks
• Livable wage jobs
• Quality education
• Recreational opportunities
• Skilled workforce

Learn more about the programs and services provided by the county to assist Churchill County residents in need:

• General Assistance Rent and Utilities
• Indigent Services
• Homeless Housing Assistance
• Public Guardianship
• Discount Prescription Program
• Low-Income Apartment & Food Program Referrals
• Holiday Services

Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday
11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Child Abuse

Individuals throughout Nevada can call Crisis Call Center’s 24-hour crisis line at (775) 784-8090 to report child abuse or neglect, elder abuse and neglect, or disabled adult abuse or neglect. Incoming calls during normal business hours are transferred to the appropriate agency, and after-hours reports are taken by Crisis Call Center staff for all overnight, weekend and holiday hours. All reports are turned over to Division of Child and Family Services, Child Protective Services or law enforcement in the appropriate county depending on the level of urgency involved.

If you have any questions, please call Crisis Call Center at (775) 784-8090 or 1 (800) 992-5757 or click here.

Child Abuse Indicators

There are various forms of abuse and harm that can be inflicted on children. Click here to see indicators for the various forms of child abuse. If you have witnessed an act of child abuse or you suspect a child is being abused, please call (775) 784-8090 or 1 (800) 992-5757 to file a report and help end the violence.

Reporting Elder Abuse and Neglect

To report Elder Abuse/Neglect 24 hours a day, please call (775) 784-8090 or 1 (800) 992-5757

Individuals throughout Nevada can call the 24-hour Crisis Lines to report elder abuse or neglect. Calls taken during normal business hours will be transferred to the appropriate agency. The Center handles all overnight, weekend, and holiday reporting. Assessments are made to determine the immediate degree of danger to the senior involved. Depending on severity, reports are turned over to the Division for Aging Services or the appropriate law enforcement agency. Reports are also taken for child abuse or neglect and disabled adult abuse and neglect.

Elder abuse may include physical abuse, neglect, psychological or emotional abuse, financial exploitation, or self-neglect.

• For indicators and signs of elder abuse, click here.

– Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group Information

– Suicide Prevention Training

Suicide Prevention

As a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network, Crisis Call Center offers free and confidential support, intervention, and information for individuals throughout Nevada seeking help for themselves or their loved ones who are experiencing suicidal thoughts or crisis-related issues.

     – Are you a suicide attempt survivor?
     – Have you lost a loved one to suicide?
     – Do you support suicide prevention?
     – Share your story on the Lifeline Gallery and help others connect to help and hope.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need immediate assistance, please dial: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)

All calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline are answered by local crisis centers belonging to the national network. Crisis Call Center is proud to be a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network.

Although suicide prevention is the primary mission of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, people can call the Lifeline for many reasons:

The life of each and every individual has meaning and value. Individually, our lives have a huge influence on a great many people. The loss of a life by suicide impacts an entire community. By knowing the signs and helping someone who is suicidal, you have done more for that person and your community than you will ever know.

Suicide Warning Signs

Click here to view the verbal, behavioral, and environmental warning signs of someone who may be contemplating suicide.

Suicide Lethality Scale

Click here to view the Suicide Lethality Scale.

Understanding And Helping The Suicidal Individual

Be Aware Of The Warning Signs
If you or someone you know exhibits any of the following signs, seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional, calling Crisis Call Center at (775) 784-8090 or 1 (800) 273-8255, or by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1 (800) 273-8255.

– Threatening to hurt or kill oneself or talking about wanting to hurt or kill oneself.
– Looking for ways to kill oneself by seeking access to firearms, pills, or other means.
– Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person.
– Feeling hopeless.
– Feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge.
– Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking.
– Feeling trapped, like there’s no way out.
– Increasing alcohol or drug use.
– Withdrawing from friends, family, and society.
– Feeling anxious, agitated, or unable to sleep or sleeping all the time.
– Experiencing dramatic mood changes.
– Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose in life.

How do you remember the warning signs of suicide? Here’s a mnemonic device that can help you remember the basic signs:
IS PATH WARM?
Ideation
Substance Abuse

Purposelessness
Anxiety
Trapped
Hopelessness

Withdrawl
Anger
Recklessness
Mood Change

Are You Or Is Someone You Love At Risk Of Suicide?

Suicide Is 100% Preventable If You Know The Signs And Take Action.
– Be aware. Learn the warning signs.
– Get involved. Become available. Show interest and support.
– Ask if he/she is thinking about suicide.
– Be direct. Talk openly and freely about suicide.
– Be willing to listen. Allow for expression of feelings. Accept the feelings.
– Be non-judgmental. Don’t debate whether suicide is right or wrong, or feelings are good or bad. Don’t lecture on the value of life.
– Don’t dare him/her to do it.
– Don’t give advice by making decisions for someone else, or by telling them to behave differently.
– Don’t ask “why”? This encourages defensiveness.
– Offer empathy, not sympathy.
– Don’t act shocked. This creates distance.
– Don’t be sworn to secrecy. Seek support.
– Offer hope that alternatives are available, do not offer glib reassurance; it only proves you don’t understand.
– Take action! Remove means! Get help from individuals or agencies specializing in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Be Aware of Feelings, Thoughts, and Behaviors
Nearly everyone, at some time in his or her life, thinks about suicide. Almost everyone decides to live because they come to realize that the crisis is temporary, but death is not. On the other hand, people in the midst of a crisis often perceive their dilemma as inescapable and feel an utter loss of control. Frequently, they:

– Can’t stop the pain.
– Can’t think clearly.
– Can’t make decisions.
– Can’t see any way out.
– Can’t sleep, eat or work.
– Can’t get out of the depression.
– Can’t make the sadness go away.
– Can’t see the possibility of change.
– Can’t see themselves as worthwhile.
– Can’t get someone’s attention.
– Can’t seem to get control.

If you are concerned about a family member or friend, show you care and ask the question: Do you feel suicidal? Trust your gut instincts, and if you’re concerned, help get the person to support services that can help. If the person can’t open up to you, find someone else who can talk with that person. If you are unsure but still concerned, call the Crisis Call Center to speak with one of our trained volunteers today.

Don’t delay. Your concern could save a life. Call 1 (800) 273-8255.