Crisis Hotlines

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, or are worried about a friend or loved one, it is crucial to reach out for help or go immediately to your local hospital. Crisis hotlines offer immediate, confidential support from trained professionals ready to listen and provide guidance. Available 24/7 to offer hope and support, these resources can help you navigate your feelings and connect you with the support you need. Remember, you don’t have to face this alone—there are people who care and want to help you through this difficult time.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Crisis Hotlines

Crisis Text Line (U.S.A.): Text CONNECT to 741741. https://www.crisistextline.org/textline/
Crisis Text Line (Canada): Text HOME to 686868 to text with a trained Crisis Responder. https://www.crisistextline.ca/
Depression Hotline:
Veteran's Crisis Hotline

Suicide Hotlines (US)

National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-2433
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) – available 24/7
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in Spanish 1-800-799-4889
National Suicide Prevention Text line: 1-800-799-4889
Suicide Hotlines by State– a comprehensive list of suicide hotlines by state
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Options for Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255

Veterans Crisis Hotlines

Military Helpline: 1-888-HLP-4-VET ( 1-888-457-4838) – Anonymous, free help for veterans, members of the military, and their families.
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-4AID-VET (1877-424-3838).
VA National Caregiver Support Line: 1-855-260-3274 (M-F 8am-11pm, Sat 10:30am-6pm).
Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, press 1 (text 838255) or Confidential Veterans Chat with a counselor.
Veterans Crisis Line
(800) 273-8255, PRESS 1
Or, Text 838255

"Warm Lines"

Warmlines are for when you need someone to talk to but are not in crisis: http://warmline.org/. This site lists warmlines by state.

Parent Hotlines

Parent Hotline: 1-800-840-6537. Parent Hotline is a website dedicated to helping families who are in a crisis situation.

Associations & Institutes

Please note that information and resources on this website are not intended to be medical or health advice and shall not be understood or construed as such. Information on this website is not a substitute for medical advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.