Crisis Hotlines and Emergency Resources

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911, 988, or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are feeling overwhelmed or in distress but are not in immediate danger, the resources below provide confidential support, crisis intervention, and guidance o help you navigate difficult moments. Trained professionals are available to listen, offer support, and help you identify appropriate next steps based on your needs. These services are available throughout Massachusetts and nationwide, ensuring access to help regardless of location. Some of these hotlines can be accessed by phone, text, or online chat, allowing you to choose the method of communication that feels most comfortable and accessible to you. All listed resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Suicide 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 / 988

The Trevor Project: (Suicide Hotline LGBTQ Youth) - (866) 488-7386

Domestic Violence 

National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233

New Hope, Inc: (800) 323-4673

The Network/La Red: (Domestic Violence LGBTQ community): (800) 832-1901

Child Abuse

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 422-4453

Runaway 

National Runaway Safeline: (800) 786-2929

Sexual Abuse 

National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673

Substance Abuse 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline: (800) 662-4357

Trans

Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860

Veterans 

Veterans Crisis Line: 988, then press 1

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