Crisis Hotlines
If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, please contact a hotline below or go immediately to your local hospital.
Crisis Hotlines
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Crisis Text Line (U.S.A.): Text CONNECT to 741741. https://www.crisistextline.org/textline/
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Crisis Text Line (Canada): Text HOME to 686868 to text with a trained Crisis Responder. https://www.crisistextline.ca/
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Depression Hotline: 1-630-482-9696
Suicide Hotlines (US)
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National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-2433
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) – available 24/7
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in Spanish 1-800-799-4889
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National Suicide Prevention Text line: 1-800-799-4889
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Suicide Hotlines by State– a comprehensive list of suicide hotlines by state
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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
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Military Helpline: 1-888-HLP-4-VET ( 1-888-457-4838) – Anonymous, free help for veterans, members of the military, and their families.
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National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-4AID-VET (1877-424-3838).
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VA National Caregiver Support Line: 1-855-260-3274 (M-F 8am-11pm, Sat 10:30am-6pm).
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Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, press 1 (text 838255) or Confidential Veterans Chat with a counselor.
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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.