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🆘 If there is immediate physical danger
Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
988 is for emotional crisis and mental health emergencies. If there is active violence, a weapon, an overdose, or any immediate physical danger to yourself or someone else — call 911 first. Do not wait.For emotional crisis — thoughts of suicide, overwhelming despair, or feeling unsafe — call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line). Both are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Immediate Crisis Support
Available 24/7. You don't need to be in immediate danger to call — these lines are here for overwhelm, panic, despair, or when you just need someone who won't judge.
Try: “I’m a caregiver and I’m overwhelmed. I don’t know what to do next. Can you stay with me for a minute?”
Available 24/7. Free, confidential crisis support for people experiencing mental health-related distress — including overwhelm, suicidal thoughts, or hopelessness. You can also chat online at 988lifeline.org.
Available 24/7. Text-based crisis support. If you'd rather text than talk, this line connects you with a trained crisis counselor. All conversations are confidential.
Available 24/7. SAMHSA's National Helpline provides free referrals to local mental health treatment, support groups, and community services. Free and confidential, in English and Spanish.
Available in most states, many languages. 211 connects you with local mental health services, respite care, financial assistance, and other community resources near you. If you're not in immediate crisis but urgently need practical help — a counselor referral, a respite program, emergency childcare — 211 is often the fastest path. Also available at 211.org.
