USA - HELP LINES
URGENT SUPPORT
IF LIFE IS IN IMMEDIATE DANGER CALL 911
211 Get Connected. Get Help: Call 211
Helpline to find resources and support for non-life threatening emergencies. Helpline staff can direct your enquiry, provide referral pathways and assist in finding the most suitable social supports for those in crisis.
Available 24/7
*text and chat service also available
Boys Town National Helpline: 1800 448 3000
Crisis support and counselling for kids, teens and young adults in America.
Available 24/7
*text chat available: Text VOICE to 20121
Available 24/7
*Email support also available
Response within 48 hours
National Suicide Prevention Line: 1800 273 8255
Crisis support and counselling for anyone living in America. Support for those thinking of suicide or worried about a loved one.
Available 24/7
*web chat also available 24/7
National Runaway Safeline: 1800 786 2929
Support for young people contemplating running away from home or who have already left home. Support also available to those experiencing bullying.
Available 24/7
*web chat and email support also available
Crisis text Line: Text 741741 (US + Canada)
Crisis counselling via text for anyone living in America or Canada.
Available 24/7
*facebook message service also available
DOMESTIC ABUSE &
SEXUAL ASSAULT
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
1800 799 7233
Free confidential support for survivors of domestic violence and abuse.
Available 24/7
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800 656 4673
Confidential support, advice and referrals to victims of Sexual assault.
Available 24/7
*web chat also available