Question 1

Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741

Accepted Answer

In a crisis?

Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.

Free 24/7 support at your fingertips.
https://www.crisistextline.org/

Question 2

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 988

Accepted Answer

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

https://988lifeline.org/

Call: 988

Question 3

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline | 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)

Accepted Answer

24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish

Pregnancy and a new baby can bring a range of emotions. Many new moms feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or exhausted at different times during their pregnancy or after the baby is born.

Sometimes these feelings go away on their own. But if these feelings last for more than two weeks, and make it hard to carry out daily tasks, like caring for themselves or their family, a mom may have perinatal depression or anxiety. These are common and treatable health conditions during or after pregnancy. And that's why a new mom, or those supporting them, should reach out right away for help.

https://mchb.hrsa.gov/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline

Question 4

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration | (800) 662-HELP (4357)

Accepted Answer

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365 day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.

(800) 622-4357

Samhsa.gov

Question 5

National Domestic Violence Hotline | (800) 799-SAFE (7233)

Accepted Answer

At the National Domestic Violence Hotline, our highly trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to talk confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.

The Hotline provides lifesaving tools and immediate support to empower victims and survivors to find safety and live free of abuse. We also provide support to friends and family members who are concerned about a loved one. Resources and help can be found by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing may use TTY 1-800-787-3224. Additionally, advocates who are Deaf are available 24/7 through the National Deaf Hotline by video phone at 1-855-812-1001, Instant Messenger (DeafHotline) or email (nationaldeafhotline@adwas.org).

If it’s not safe for you to call, or if you don’t feel comfortable doing so, another option for getting direct help is to use our live chat service here on this website. You’ll receive the same one-on-one, real-time, confidential support from a trained advocate as you would on the phone. Chat is available every day from 24/7/365. El chat en español está disponible de 12 p.m. a 6 p.m. Hora Central.

(800) 799-7233

TheHotline.org

Question 6

National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline | (800) 656-HOPE (4673)

Accepted Answer

When you call 800.656.HOPE (4673), you’ll be routed to a local RAINN affiliate organization based on the first six digits of your phone number. Cell phone callers have the option to enter the ZIP code of their current location to more accurately locate the nearest sexual assault service provider.

https://hotline.rainn.org/online

Calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline gives you access to a range of free services including:
Confidential support from a trained staff member
Support finding a local health facility that is trained to care for survivors of sexual assault and offers services like sexual assault forensic exams
Someone to help you talk through what happened
Local resources that can assist with your next steps toward healing and recovery
Referrals for long term support in your area
Information about the laws in your community
Basic information about medical concerns

The National Sexual Assault Hotline is a safe, confidential service. When you call the hotline, only the first six numbers of the phone number are used to route the call, and your complete phone number is never stored in our system. Most states do have laws that require local staff to contact authorities in certain situations, like if there is a child or vulnerable adult who is in danger.

Question 7

Fireside Project – Psychedelic Support Hotline | Call or text 62-FIRESIDE

Accepted Answer

OPEN EVERYDAY 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM PT | CALL OR TEXT | DOWNLOAD THE APP

WHAT WE DO:
We offer free, confidential, non-clinical emotional support by phone and text message to people in the midst of psychedelic experiences, people exploring the meaning of past psychedelic experiences, and people who are supporting others have psychedelic experiences.

The Line is staffed by compassionate, diverse, rigorously trained volunteers who listen deeply and from a place of non-judgment. They are trained to be with you, with care.

WHAT WE DON’T DO:
We do not provide medical care, medical assessment, psychotherapy, or any form of clinical support. People who think they may be having a medical emergency should call 911.

We also do not provide support to people who are actively suicidal. Such callers should call 988.

(623) 473-7433
FiresideProject.org

Question 8

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine | (800) 950-NAMI (6264)

Accepted Answer

During this difficult time, the NAMI HelpLine is here for you. HelpLine volunteers are working to answer questions, offer support and provide practical next steps. The resources on this page provide information to address many needs and concerns.
Let’s stay connected, call or email the NAMI HelpLine today.

The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health conditions, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. HelpLine staff and volunteers are experienced, well-trained and able to provide guidance.

To contact the NAMI HelpLine, please call 800-950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., ET, or send an email to info@nami.org.
The HelpLine Online Knowledge and Resource Center is available and offers an extensive library of valuable information and answers to our most frequently asked questions.

Unfortunately, the NAMI HelpLine is unable to provide mental health counseling, advice, personal advocacy or referrals to mental health providers or lawyers. The NAMI HelpLine does not individual casework, legal representations or any type of individual advocacy.
The NAMI HelpLine is not a hot line, crisis line or suicide prevention line.

Question 9

LGBT National Hotline | (888) 843-4564

Accepted Answer

You're in the Right Place | Care Before Crisis

All of our support volunteers identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ family, and are here to serve the entire community, by providing free & confidential peer-support, information, and local resources through national hotlines and online programs.

OUR SERVICES ARE ALWAYS FREE & CONFIDENTIAL
All LGBTQIA+ volunteer peer support

A safe space
Respect to those who seek our help
Acceptance and affirmation
Supportive listening, not advice
Answers to factual questions
Resources locally, nationally, and internationally

We do this every day we are open through our hotlines, online chat programs, email services, and publicly accessible online databases of resources.

Hotline Hours:
Mon-Fri:
1 PM - 9 PM/pacific time
4 PM - Midnight/eastern time

Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 P/eastern time
https://lgbthotline.org/

Question 10

LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline | 888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT)

Accepted Answer

WHETHER YOU ARE 13 OR 83,
WE WILL BE HERE FOR YOU
Each person is on their own journey, and how to come out, or if to come out, is a very individual choice.

Coming out can mean different things to different people. Everything starts with coming out to yourself, and that can take time and support. We are here to provide you with that support.  For some people, coming out can also include friends and family. But each person gets to make those choices in their own time.

While we never tell someone whether they should come out, we are here with you to think about those big decisions and to provide the care and safe space you deserve.

WE GOT YOU! WE'RE GLAD YOU FOUND US. NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE ON YOUR JOURNEY, WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.

Our highly trained & dedicated LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to provide free & confidential services.

We offer support, information, and local resources throughout the United States and beyond.

We don't report calls to outside organizations.

https://lgbthotline.org/coming-out-hotline/

We answer all of our own calls, we don't outsource.
HOURS
Mon - Fri:
1 PM - 9 PM/pacific time
4 PM - Midnight/eastern time

Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 PM/eastern time

Question 11

LGBT National Youth Talkline | 800-246-7743

Accepted Answer

We provide a confidential safe space where callers of any age can speak about sexual orientation or gender identity/expression issues. This includes coming out issues, relationship concerns, family, bullying, school issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.

Sometimes you just need to be heard. We're here. You deserve respect, support, affirmation, and acceptance.

We don't give advice, and we never tell you what you should do. Ultimately, those choices are yours to make, but we are here to help you on your journey.

Our highly trained & dedicated LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to provide free & confidential services.

We offer support, information, and local resources throughout the United States and beyond.

We don't report calls to outside organizations.

https://lgbthotline.org/youth-talkline/

We answer all of our own calls, we don't outsource.
HOURS
Mon - Fri:
1 PM - 9 PM/pacific time
4 PM - Midnight/eastern time

Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 PM/eastern time

Question 12

LGBT National Senior Hotline | 888-234-7243

Accepted Answer

On the LGBT National Senior Hotline, we provide a confidential safe space where callers of any age can speak about sexual orientation or gender identity/expression issues. This includes coming out issues, relationship concerns, elder abuse, family dynamics, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.

Sometimes you just need to be heard. We're here. You deserve respect, support, affirmation, and acceptance.

We don't give advice, and we never tell you what you should do. Ultimately, those choices are yours to make, but we are here to help you on your journey.

Our highly trained & dedicated LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to provide free & confidential services.

We offer support, information, and local resources throughout the United States and beyond.

We don't report calls to outside organizations.

https://lgbthotline.org/senior-hotline/

We answer all of our own calls, we don't outsource.
HOURS
Mon - Fri:
1 PM - 9 PM/pacific time
4 PM - Midnight/eastern time

Sat:
9 AM - 2 PM/pacific time
Noon - 5 PM/eastern time

Question 13

PFLAG Resources and Support Networks

Accepted Answer

The hotlines listed below provide services to callers across the country. If you’re looking for a local support network, also contact one of PFLAG’s more than 400 chapters in the United States.

https://pflag.org/resource/support-hotlines/

https://pflag.org/findachapter/

https://pflag.org/meetings/?f-topic%5B%5D=virtual

Question 14

Veterans Crisis Line | (800) 273-8255

Accepted Answer

Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves. No matter what you are experiencing, there is support for getting your life back on track. A trained responder will answer your call, text, or chat and ask you a few questions. You can decide how much you want to share. Feeling anxious or alone and thinking about suicide are some of the signs that a Veteran may be in crisis.

(800) 273-8255, Press 1

https://www.veteranscrisisline.net

Question 15

Postpartum Support International (PSI) Helpline (English & Spanish) | 800-944-4773

Accepted Answer

Call or Text our HelpLine
Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
English & Spanish

Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773

The HelpLine is not a crisis hotline and does not handle emergencies. 
Leave a confidential message any time, and a trained and caring volunteer will return your call or text. Our volunteers return messages between 8am-11pm EST.
They will listen, answer questions, offer encouragement and connect you with local resources as needed.

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/

Connect with a PSI Support Volunteer | https://webapp.icarol.com/pub/InitIntake.aspx?org=137966&ver=59017

Question 16

Postpartum Support International (PSI) | ONLINE SUPPORT MEETINGS

Accepted Answer

Our groups are conducted using a peer-to-peer support model and are not intended for those experiencing a mental health crisis. Please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988 if you are in need of crisis support.

What to expect:
All of our groups are FREE and virtual.

Our groups are 90 minutes (1.5 hours) in length. The first ~30 minutes is providing information, education, and establishing group guidelines. The next ~60 minutes is “talk time,” in which group members share and talk with each other. Group members must be present for the group guidelines before joining in the discussion or “talk time.”

What’s Next
Review details about our 50+ different support groups on the page below.  Or click the button to go directly to the registration page.

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

Question 17

Local Support Groups at Anna Jaques (AJH) Birth Center

Accepted Answer

Groups and Supports Include: Baby and Me, Breastfeeding Classes, Infant CPR, Newborn Care, Childbirth Education, Sibling Classes, Car Seat Safety, Bereavement Support and more.

https://www.ajh.org/community/classes-and-support-groups

if you are in need of

Support...

Immediate

CRISIS & SUPPORT RESOURCES

Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | 988

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline | 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration | (800) 662-HELP (4357)

National Domestic Violence Hotline | (800) 799-SAFE (7233)

National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline | (800) 656-HOPE (4673)

Fireside Project – Psychedelic Support Hotline | Call or text 62-FIRESIDE

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine | (800) 950-NAMI (6264)

LGBT National Hotline | (888) 843-4564

LGBT National Coming Out Support Hotline | 888-688-5428 (888-OUT-LGBT)

LGBT National Youth Talkline | 800-246-7743

LGBT National Senior Hotline | 888-234-7243

PFLAG Resources and Support Networks

Veterans Crisis Line | (800) 273-8255

Postpartum Support International (PSI) Helpline (English & Spanish) | 800-944-4773

Postpartum Support International (PSI) | ONLINE SUPPORT MEETINGS

Local Support Groups at Anna Jaques (AJH) Birth Center