RESOURCES
Crisis and Helplines
In the event of an emergency, always 911!
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, 988 is a no-judgement, free, and confidential help line available 24/7/365.
Call, Text, or Chat.
TTY users can use their preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988
This crisis line is available 24/7 and offers a diverse range of support resources from professional crisis counselors.
1-800-4AChild (1-800-422-4453)
Text: 1-800-422-4453
1-888-373-7888. You can reach the Hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in more than 200 languages. All calls are confidential and answered live by highly trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates.
Looking for a caring, qualified responder? Many responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs are veterans.
1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678). Law enforcement will provide technical assistance after a missing child report has been made. Each case is tailored to help ensure all available search and recovery methods are used.
Available by phone, text, or online chat. Services are also available in Spanish and for TTY.
800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text "START" to 88788
TTY 800-787-3224
Available by phone and online chat for survivors and their loved ones. Services are free, confidential, and available 24/7 at 800-656-HOPE (4673).
Additional Support
This resource is a confidential and anonymous "one stop shop" for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories, OR connect with SAMHSA's National Helpline:
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Text your 5-digit ZIP Code to 435748 (HELP4U). Reply HELP to reach an information specialist
TTY 1-800-487-4889
If you are pregnant or just had a baby and in need of mental health support, call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (833-852-6262)
For additional resources about the emotional changes that women experience during and after pregnancy click the button!
National Alliance on Mental Illness is a free, nationwide peer-support service
They provide information, resource referrals, and support to people living with mental health conditions, their caregivers, and mental health providers
Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7/365 crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters
Call or Text 1-800-985-5990
Deaf/Hard of Hearing ASL users can call the hotline via their videophone-enabled device or click on "ASL Now" to connect directly with crisis counselors fluent in ASL
Are you or someone you know struggling with suicide ideation or had an attempt?
Have you experienced the loss of a loved one due to the completion of suicide?
Are you in need of support?
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a great resource to help you and/or the ones you love!
Break the Stigma!
If you need help finding food or paying for housing or other essential services, use the 211 website or call the hotline to speak to someone who can help!