Help lines and links
Current October 7, 2024.
For informational purposes only. Inclusion doesn’t indicate endorsement of information or source.
In an emergency call 911
National 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (https://988lifeline.org/): 988 is a 3-digit code to call or text. Currently call services are in English and en Español, and they use Language Line Solutions to provide translation services in over 240 additional languages. Text and chat, are in English and en Español only. TTY: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988. They have 988 ASL Videophone.
Crisis Text Line (https://www.crisistextline.org/): Text HOME to 741741. Texto en Español AYUDA al 741741. Online chat, in English only. WhatsApp in English and en Español.
National Child Abuse Hotline (https://childhelphotline.org/): Call or text 1-800-422-4453, or online chat. Interpretation services for 170 languages.
National Sexual Assault Hotline (https://www.rainn.org/): Call 1-800-656-4673 or online chat, in English and en Español. Housed in RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
National Domestic Violence Hotline (https://www.thehotline.org/): Call 1-800-799-7233. Text START to 88788. Online chat. Language line used for over 140 languages.
National Human Trafficking Hotline (https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en): Call 1-888-373-7888. TTY: 711. Text 233733. Online chat. All services in English and en Español; translation services for additional 200 languages.
National Runaway and Homeless Youth Hotline (https://www.1800runaway.org/): Call or text 1-800-786-2929. Online chat. Email through website. Forum on website.
National Mental Health and Substance Abuse Hotline (https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline): Call 1-800-662-4357 or TTY: 1-800-487-4889, in English and en Español.
Gang Involvement: If you are in of need support or trying to leave, we haven’t been able to find a USA national hotline. There are often local/regional areas that have programs you can reach out to. And, while not specific to gangs, the Crisis Text Line may be of assistance.
There is no way to include all hotlines/weblinks; that said, for yourself/others, if needed and as you safely can, reach out to these/other crisis/information/other sources, for whatever you may need. If what you need is not available in your area, if you can, reach out to someone. Also, the listed websites/numbers, and usually others like them, are for if you are worried about someone else.
Note: Some things to consider when using hotlines or mental health/wellness apps/online services.
• How do they protect my privacy? Are there steps I can take to protect my privacy?
• Are they ethical in their practices?
• What is the benefit/cost/risk of using them?