National Crisis Hotlines
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call 800-273-TALK (8255) If you or someone you know is in crisis—whether they are considering suicide or not—please call the toll-free Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) to speak with a trained crisis counselor 24/7. En Español: (888) 628-9454 Also available via online chat. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline connects you with a crisis center in the Lifeline network closest to your location. Your call will be answered by a trained crisis worker who will listen empathetically and without judgment. The crisis worker will work to ensure that you feel safe and help identify options and information about mental health services in your area. Your call is confidential and free. Crisis Text Line – Text NAMI to 741-741 Connect with a trained crisis counselor to receive free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 800-799-SAFE (7233) Trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to provide confidential support to anyone experiencing domestic violence or seeking resources and information. Help is available in Spanish and other languages. En Español: (800) 787−3224 Also available via online chat. National Sexual Assault Hotline – Call 800-656-HOPE (4673) Connect with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area that offers access to a range of free services. Crisis chat support is available at Online Hotline. Free help, 24/7. TREVOR PROJECT The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth. Phone: (866) 488-7386 Also available via text and online chat. TRANS LIFELINE Trans Lifeline is a hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs members of the trans community might have. Phone: (877) 565-8860 VETERANS CRISIS LINE The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Phone: (800)-273-8255 Press 1 Also available via text message or online chat. PLANNED PARENTHOOD Get live answers from a free Planned Parenthood expert. Chat is staffed by health educators, not doctors or nurses. They can give you factual information but cannot make a diagnosis, offer medical advice or provide counseling. Available via online chat. NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ALCOHOLISM AND DRUG DEPENDENCE NCADD Affiliates offer a range of services. You will find their professional team ready and prepared to listen. They will provide information, help you to assess your situation and, if indicated, work with you to refer you to the most appropriate resources in your community.Phone: (800) 622-2255 NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION NEDA is the leading non-profit in the field of eating disorders, reaching millions of individuals and families every year.Phone: (800) 931-2237 Also available via text message and online chat. |