These organizations offer free, confidential support 24/7. Whether you’re in crisis, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for trusted information, any of these services can be a safe first step.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. The 988 Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining local care and resources with national standards and best practices.
211 is an easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers to information about critical health and human services available in their community. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
A single access point for everyday needs and in times of crisis, 211 can offer access to services including: Basic Human Needs Resources (food, clothing, shelter, financial assistance); Physical and Mental Health Resources; Employment Support; Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities; and Support for Children, Youth, and Families.
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is a safe, nonjudgmental and inclusive space for those concerned about or affected by child abuse. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is not a reporting line for child abuse, nor is it connected to emergency services or a replacement for 911.
To report suspected child abuse or neglect in Louisiana, call 855-4LA-KIDS (855-452-5437). If you suspect a Louisiana child is being abused, neglected, sexually abused, or is a victim of juvenile sex trafficking, call toll-free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All calls are confidential.
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.
Contacts to the Hotline can expect highly-trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention, information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages.
If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive 24/7, confidential support. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. To reach responders, dial 988 then press 1, chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.
The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. They provide information and support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round.
NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness – the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA envisions that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health and substance use conditions receive care, achieve well-being, and thrive.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call the suicide hotline at 988 or go to your nearest emergency department.
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