If you or someone you care about is in a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to talk with a caring, trained counselor. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7. (Please note that (800) 273-8255, the existing number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, remains operational and will automatically route callers to 988.)
Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug abuse, or need someone to talk to, there are resources available for you. You are not alone.
Suicide Prevention Resources – Help is here for you
United States Suicide Prevention Resources
If you are experiencing a crisis in the United States, below are some crisis hotlines to support you.
911
If you or your loved one are facing an emergency situation, and need help immediately, please dial 911.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
If you are feeling distressed and need to talk to a skilled counselor, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
For Veterans, press 1
En Español, oprima el 2
If you’d prefer to chat online, click here to talk to a trained counselor.
Veterans Crisis Line
Connect with Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline and online chat. Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255, or click here to chat online.
Vets4Warriors
Call 1-855-838-8255 for 24/7 confidential peer support, supporting every member of the US military community.
988 Lifeline
This is a 24/7 Crisis Hotline. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.
Crisis Text Line
Text TALK to 741-741 to talk to a trained counselor when your crisis has you non-verbal.
Trevor Project
Click here to chat online. Call 1-866-488-7386 or text 678678 to chat with trained counselors who understand the challenges LGBTQ+ young people face; this hotline is available 24/7.
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Hotline (Substance Abuse)
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357), 24/7 free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and substance use disorders, prevention and recovery.
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) to talk to a trained staff who can provide you confidential crisis support.
Lines for Life
Call 503-575-3764 during weekdays from 10am to 7pm PT for support if you’re feeling the emotional impacts of racist violence and microaggressions, as well as immigration struggles and other cross-cultural issues.
Call Blackline
Call 1-800-604-5841 for peer support, counseling, reporting of mistreatment, witnessing and affirming the lived experiences of those most impacted by systemic oppression, prioritizing BIPOC individuals.
Canadian Suicide Prevention Resources
If you are experiencing a crisis, below are crisis lines in your province or territory.
211 Alberta
Call 2-1-1 or text INFO to 2-1-1 for crisis support and virtual services available 24/7.
British Columbia Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions
Call 310-Mental Health at 310-6789 anytime for emotional support or information on mental health services.
Manitoba Klinic Crisis Line
Call 1-888-322-3019 for crisis support. Manitoba also offers Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
New Brunswick Addiction and Mental Health Helpline
Call 1-866-355-5550 toll-free, 24/7 for provincial addiction and mental health support. Available for New Brunswick residents of all ages, and is available in English and French.
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Call 811 to access Healthline nurses, available 24/7 to listen, provide support and connect you to health services in your area.
Government of Northwest Territories
Hope for Wellness Help Line offers counseling and crisis intervention to all indigenous people across Canada. Call 1-855-242-3310 to talk to a counselor, they are available 24/7. If you’d prefer to chat live, click here to connect with a counselor.
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Call 1-888-429-8167 toll-free if you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis. They are available 24/7.
Government of Nunavut
Nunavut offers several resources including anonymous and confidential telephone support 24/7 at 1-800-265-3333. Free telephone counseling by the GN’s Department of Health at 1-888-648-0070. Youths can text 778-783-0177 or chat online here.
Government of Ontario
Call ConnexOntario Helpline at 1-866-531-2600 (toll-free) or live chat online here. For information and referral for community, government, social and health services, call 2-1-1.
Government of Prince Edward Island
Need help now? Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983, and talk to a trained mental health professional 24/7.
Government of Quebec
Call 8-1-1 for free confidential telephone consultation with a psychosocial worker. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Government of Saskatchewan
Call or text 9-8-8 to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Hotline.
Government of Yukon
Call 867-456-3838 or 1-866-456-3838 (toll free) for mental health and substance use support. Phone line available Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
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