If you're in danger or in crisis, start here.
These lines are free, answer every hour of every day, and none of them needs an account, an explanation, or a perfect story. You can just call.
Immediate danger · right now
Someone is in immediate danger
Call 911Fire, medical emergency, violence happening now — call 911 first.
Crisis · thoughts of suicide · overwhelm
You're in crisis, or you're worried about someone who is
Call or text 988The 988 Lifeline is there for suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or a crisis you can't name yet. Not sure which line you need? 988 is always a safe call — they'll help you figure out the rest.
Domestic violence
You're not safe at home
1‑800‑799‑7233The National Domestic Violence Hotline. Confidential, judgment-free, and they'll meet you exactly where you are — including "I just want to talk it through."
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The lines above work everywhere, every hour of every day — you never need to pick anything to use them. If you tell us your area, we’ll add the local community line for it. Your area stays on your device; nothing is sent or saved anywhere else.
Nothing here asks who you are, and nothing you share is sent anywhere — your area stays on your device. Reaching out is the strong move, not the weak one.
Not an emergency — but you still need help?
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