The organizations below offer tools, support and more for those struggling with mental health and substance abuse.
Ben’s Friends
A peer support group for food and beverage professionals struggling with substance abuse or addiction.
https://www.bensfriendshope.com/
CHART
The Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers promotes mental wellness in the industry through webinars, conferences and publications.
https://www.chart.org/
Mental Health First Aid
A skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues. Training follows the ALGEE guidelines (Assess for risk; Listen nonjudgmentally; Give reassurance and information; Encourage professional help; Encourage self-help and other support strategies).
https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/
Restaurant After Hours
Resource center for mental health and addiction recovery services founded by Chef Zia Sheikh, a hospitality veteran with first-hand experience.
https://www.restaurantafterhours.org/
Organizational Wellness and Learning Systems (OWLS)
Tools, programs and resources for hospitality trainers to create a healthy work culture, led by Dr. Joel Bennett.
https://organizationalwellness.com/
Serving Those Serving
A nonprofit dedicated to supporting hospitality workers and promoting their mental wellness; offers employee assistance resources for addiction.
https://servingthoseserving.org/
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