Immediate Support

Free, confidential crisis resources

All resources below are free to use and available around the clock. You do not need to be in immediate danger to reach out.

Call or Text

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Lifeline connects you with a trained counselor from a local crisis center. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in English and Spanish. Free and confidential.

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Text

Crisis Text Line

Prefer to text? Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor via text message — no phone call required. Free, 24/7, confidential support.

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International

International Crisis Centres

Outside the US? The International Association for Suicide Prevention maintains a directory of crisis centers in over 70 countries. Find local support wherever you are.

🌍 Find a Crisis Centre
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