National Crisis & Emergency Hotlines

Direct national resources for immediate life safety, mental health crisis, and vulnerable population protection.

In any emergency, call 911 immediately.

Mental health crisis? Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) · Available 24/7 · 988lifeline.org

In any life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. Never rely on digital messaging or platform assistance during active physical crises.

For mental health emergencies, emotional distress, or suicidal crisis, dial or text 988. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline operates 24/7/365, is free, and confidential.

Child Abuse Hotline (Childhelp): 1-800-422-4453. Dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child abuse.

Eldercare Locator (Administration for Community Living): 1-800-677-1116. Connects older adults and caregivers to trustworthy local support services.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text "START" to 88788 for confidential 24/7 support.