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988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network and crisis counseling and mental health referrals are available day and night.

The Lifeline responds 24/7 to calls, chats or texts from anyone who needs support for suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, and connects those in need with trained crisis counselors. The Lifeline provides support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network and crisis counseling and mental health referrals are available day and night.

The Lifeline responds 24/7 to calls, chats or texts from anyone who needs support for suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, and connects those in need with trained crisis counselors. The Lifeline provides support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

Spanish language services available


P: 988
P: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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Open Hours

  • Available 24 hours a day

Fees & Insurance

  • Services are free

Language Services

  • Language services available
  • Spanish-speaking staff available
  • Phone services are available in English and Spanish, with language line services for most other languages. Text and Chat services are available in English.

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