The nonprofit organization Project Sleep recently introduced The Sleep Helpline™, a national helpline to guide you through sleep-related challenges. Let’s explore what the Sleep Helpline offers and how it can assist you.
What is the Sleep Helpline?
The Sleep Helpline is a professionally staffed helpline providing free, personalized, confidential support and resources for people facing sleep issues and sleep disorders.
It is run by Project Sleep, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about sleep health, sleep equity and sleep disorders.
The helpline is funded by donors and sponsors including Jazz Pharmaceuticals and Harmony Biosciences.
Who the Sleep Helpline aims to support
Designed to assist a diverse range of people, the Sleep Helpline supports those uncertain about having a sleep-related condition, individuals already diagnosed with a sleep disorder, loved ones and caregivers seeking support, health care providers looking for resources, educators, social workers, and anyone seeking information about sleep disorders.
How the Sleep Helpline can assist you
The Sleep Helpline aims to be a comprehensive resource for anyone dealing with sleep-related challenges. Here’s how they can assist:
- Help you communicate with your health care team.
- Provide information about sleep disorder symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
- Offer guidance from diagnosis to treatment and assist with navigating daily living.
- Provide free educational materials about sleep disorders.
- Connect you to resources, patient organizations and assistance programs.
How to reach out
When you contact the Sleep Helpline, you’ll connect with a resource specialist who will listen, provide information and resources about sleep disorders, and connect you to certified sleep centers and patient support organizations. There are several ways to get in touch:
- Phone: Call 1-800-819-2043 to speak with a resource specialist.
- Email: Send your queries or concerns to [email protected].
- Online Form: Submit a form on the website at project-sleep.com/helpline/.