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Digital & Self-Guided Support Tools 

Kansas City offers programs that help residents build healthier habits at their own pace.

Kansas City offers free, confidential mental health tools:

  • ePrevention – Quick, anonymous screening to help you identify substance use habits.
  • Connections App – 24/7 recovery support through community forums, daily check-ins, virtual meetings, and bilingual resources to help users stay connected.
  • Companion App – Helps caregivers stay informed, connected, and organized while supporting loved ones with mental health or substance challenges.
  • CredibleMind – Offers reliable mental health tools, and the Kansas City site adds local peer support and recovery resources for every stage of healing

ePrevention

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If you believe alcohol or drug use may be affecting your life, this free and anonymous ePrevention screening tool can help you get clarity. This quick, confidential questionnaire uses clinically validated questions to help you reflect on your habits and receive guidance, strategies, and referral options based on your results. These tools are available at no cost to Kansas City residents and can be used privately at any time.

You may find this tool helpful if you’ve thought:

  • “Why can’t I stop after one drink or hit?”
  • “I feel like I’m planning my day around using.”
  • “I’m hiding how much I use.”
  • “I’m just curious if this is normal.”

This tool is:

  • Completely anonymous
  • Fast (usually under 2 minutes)
  • Judgment-free 
  • A first step toward understanding your habits and getting support 

Access: 

Look here to access the ePrevention screening tool.

Connections App

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The Connections app gives you real-time support, community, and tools to help you stay grounded and moving forward in your recovery. The app offers a mix of 24/7 peer support, daily check-ins, virtual meetings, and practical resources that help you stay connected between appointments or treatment visits. 

What Connections offers:

  • 24/7 Peer Support Specialists who can encourage you and help escalate concerns when needed
  • A supportive recovery community where you can join group discussions and share experiences
  • Daily check-ins and goal tracking to help you build routines and celebrate milestones
  • Virtual meetings and recovery resources you can access anytime
  • Available in English and Spanish

Access:

Who it's for: 

  • Anyone in recovery, thinking about recovery, or wanting additional support between visits with a provider.  

Companion App

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Supporting someone with mental health or substance-use challenges can be emotionally heavy and confusing. The Companion app gives caregivers a place to learn, connect, stay organized, and get support from people who understand what you’re going through.  

What Companion offers: 

  • A caregiver community where you can talk with others who’ve faced similar challenges
  • A growing resource library with guidance on treatment, communication, medications, and what to expect
  • Daily reflections and encouragement to help you stay grounded during difficult moments
  • Planning and organization tools, including journaling, event tracking, and surveys
  • Direct messaging with staff for additional support when you need answers or guidance

Who it’s for:

  • Family members, friends, and caregivers supporting a loved one experiencing mental health or substance-use challenges.

Access: Download the Companion App.

Credible Minds

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CredibleMind is a digital mental well-being platform that provides reliable, easy-to-understand information and self-guided tools for improving mental health. It helps individuals learn skills for stress management, emotional balance, and resilience—without requiring a visit to a provider. 

Key features include: 

  • Evidence-Based Learning Modules: Short lessons, articles, expert videos, and guided exercises on topics like anxiety, depression, stress, sleep, and emotional wellness. 
  • Personalized Recommendations: Tools and resources tailored to each user’s needs and learning style. 
  • Self-Guided Activities: Practices such as mindfulness, coping skills, relaxation exercises, and behavioral change tips. 
  • Community-Trusted Information: All materials are reviewed by mental health experts to ensure accuracy and accessibility. 

Who it’s for: 
Anyone looking to improve their mental health, explore self-care strategies, or learn more about emotional wellness in a private, self-paced way. 

Access: Kansas City Health Department’s CredibleMind site.