Crisis Hotlines, Text Message, Chat Services
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: dial 9-8-8
- The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” or “Start” to 741 741
- Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7, confidential text message service for people in crisis.
- Your Life Your Voice is a website provided by the Boys Town National Hotline organization and provides youth and families the opportunity to ask their questions via phone, text, chat or email.
The Steve Fund: Text STEVE to 741741
- The Steve Fund is the nation’s leading organization focused on supporting the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color through the promotion of programs and strategies that build understanding and assistance for the mental and emotional health.
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
- The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth.
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
- Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education.
