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In an emergency, call 911. In crisis, call or text 988.All crisis resources

Crisis resources

Help right now, without needing the right words

You do not need insurance, an appointment, a diagnosis, or a plan to use any of these lines. You also do not have to be sure your situation counts as an emergency. If you are not okay, that is reason enough to call.

About an overdose

If you suspect an opioid overdose, call 911 immediately, give naloxone if it is available, and stay with the person until help arrives. Naloxone buys time and does not replace emergency medical care. See our harm reduction and overdose prevention page.

  • Medical emergency or immediate danger

    911

    Call 911 if someone is unresponsive, not breathing, turning blue or grey, having a seizure, or if anyone is in immediate danger. Say the word “overdose” and describe what you can see. You are protected by Good Samaritan laws in many states when you call for help during an overdose.

    Call 911
  • Crisis support, 24/7

    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    For thoughts of suicide, a mental health crisis, or a substance use crisis when you need someone right now. Free, confidential, and available by call, text, or online chat, with interpretation in many languages.

    Call or text 988
  • Veterans, service members, and their families

    Veterans Crisis Line

    A dedicated line for veterans and those who served. You can also text 838255 or chat online. You do not need to be enrolled in VA benefits to use it.

    Dial 988, then press 1
  • Treatment referrals and information, 24/7

    SAMHSA National Helpline

    A free, confidential treatment referral and information service in English and Spanish. Staff can help you find services that fit your situation. It is a referral line, not a crisis line.

    1-800-662-4357
  • Crisis support by text

    Crisis Text Line

    If talking out loud is not possible, text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained crisis counselor. Standard message rates may apply.

    Text HOME to 741741

  • LGBTQ+ young people in crisis

    The Trevor Project

    Crisis support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning young people, available by phone, text, and online chat.

    1-866-488-7386
  • Pregnancy and after birth

    National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

    Support for pregnant and new parents who are struggling with mental health or substance use concerns. Free and confidential, with interpretation available.

    1-833-852-6262

Not an emergency?

There is still something to do next

If you are safe right now, the next step can be smaller: reading about your options, looking up a meeting, or finding out what treatment might cost.

Calls are answered by Find Your Recovery, our free treatment matching partner. This is not a crisis line: call 911 for a medical emergency, or call or text 988 for crisis support.

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