Mental Health Crisis Aid
1. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
- Description: A 24/7 national helpline offering free, confidential support for individuals in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
- Contact: Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for chat support.
2. The Trevor Project
- Description: Dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth under 25, offering crisis intervention and suicide prevention services.
- Contact: Call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or chat at thetrevorproject.org.
3. Trans Lifeline
- Description: A peer support service for transgender individuals, offering assistance in crisis situations.
- Contact: Call 1-877-565-8860 (U.S.) or 1-877-330-6366 (Canada).
- Website: translifeline.org
4. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now 988)
- Description: Offers free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24/7.
- Contact: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
- Note: Transitioned to 988 in July 2022 for easier access. TIME
5. SAMHSA National Helpline
- Description: Provides 24/7 free, confidential assistance for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
- Contact: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit samhsa.gov.
6. Crisis Text Line
- Description: Offers free, 24/7 support via text for individuals in crisis.
- Contact: Text HELLO to 741741.
- Website: crisistextline.org
7. National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Description: Provides confidential support for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
- Contact: Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788.
- Website: thehotline.org
8. National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) Helpline
- Description: Offers support for individuals affected by eating disorders.
- Contact: Call 1-800-931-2237 or text NEDA to 741741.
- Website: nationaleatingdisorders.org
9. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline
- Description: Provides immediate crisis counseling for individuals affected by natural or human-caused disasters.
- Contact: Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.
- Website: samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
10. United Way 211
- Description: Connects individuals to a variety of community services, including mental health resources.
- Contact: Call 211 or visit 211.org.
- Note: Available in most U.S. states; services may vary by location.
11. Veterans Crisis Line
- Description: Provides confidential support for veterans in crisis and their families and friends.
- Contact: Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and press 1, text 838255, or chat at veteranscrisisline.net.
12. Crisis Support (Verywell Mind)
- Description: Offers a comprehensive list of crisis hotlines and resources for various mental health issues.
- Website: verywellmind.com/crisis-support-6666353
13. Mental Health America (MHA)
- Description: Provides resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Website: mhanational.org
14. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine
- Description: Offers free, confidential support and information on mental health issues.
- Contact: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or visit nami.org.
15. Helping Survivors
Description: An organization dedicated to providing information and connecting survivors of sexual assault, abuse, and trauma with helpful resources, including legal assistance.
Disclaimer: Submitting a form for legal help on their website may result in follow-up contact from a partnered legal team. Please note that engaging with a legal team could involve legal fees.
Website: HelpingSurvivors.org
16. Find A Helpline
- Description: A directory of verified helplines for various mental health and emotional struggles.
- Website: findahelpline.com
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