Crisis Hotlines and Information
If you or someone you know are in an emergency situation, please call 9-1-1.
| National Suicide Prevention Lifeline | Dial or Text 988 |
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If you or someone you know are experiencing thoughts of suicide, having a mental health crisis, experiencing emotional distress, and/or struggling with substance abuse issues, you may call or text 988 and talk with trained mental health professional 24/7.
| Crisis Text Line | Text 741741 |
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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. This text line can provide support when you are in emotional distress and/or suffering from self-injurious behaviors, eating disorders, and/or substance use.
| National Sexual Assault Hotline | 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) |
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Anyone affected by sexual assault, whether it happened to you or someone you care about, can find support on the National Sexual Assault Hotline. You can also visit online.rainn.org to receive support via confidential online chat.
| National Human Tracking Hotline | 1-888-373-7888 or Text 233733 |
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Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery. This crime occurs when a trafficker uses force, fraud or coercion to control another person for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or soliciting labor or services against his/her will. If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Human Trafficking Hotline toll-free hotline, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-373-7888 to speak with a specially trained Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocate. Support is provided in more than 200 languages. We are here to listen and connect you with the help you need to stay safe.
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services | 1-800-662-4357 (HELP) |
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If you are someone you know is struggling with substance and/or alcohol abuse, you can call this number to get treatment and referral information.
| Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline | 1-800-422-4453 or Text 1-800-422-4453 |
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If you are a witness to or a victim of child abuse there is a huge benefit to making the report yourself. Being able to tell your story first hand gives the child care worker much better information than if it came from someone not involved. Your story can save a life. Counselors are available to talk through child abuse situations if you have questions or need support. They can also help find resources and services available to you and/or loved one.
| National Domestic Violence Hotline | 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or TEXT: 88788 |
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If you are in an abusive relationship or even if you are unsure, you may contact this hotline 24/7. You may also contact this hotline if you believe you are the abusive partner and/or if you are concerned about someone you know being in an abusive relationship. It is important to know that not all abuse ends with bruises, and there are many forms of abuse, including emotional abuse.
Click here to learn more about types and warning signs.
| The Trevor Project | 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 |
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If you are experiencing an emotional crisis and/or emotional distress, our trained counselors understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face.They will listen without judgment. All of your conversations are confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you’d like. They can also help with referrals and resources.
| National Eating Disorder Association | Call or TEXT: 800-931-2237 |
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Contact the NEDA Helpline for support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder. Helpline volunteers are trained to help you find the support and information you need.
| Teen Line | Call 800-852-8336 or Text 839863. Open from 6pm to 10pm PST. |
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If you want to talk with another teen about what is going on in your life to seek support and resources, the teen line may be a good option for you. This is NOT for emergency situations.
| California Parent & Youth Helpline | 1-855-427-2736 |
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Call and get support with pressures that have been caused by COVID-19. Trained counselors will provide support, as well as referrals and resources for you and your family.
Local Access and Crisis Lines
Below, you will find local access and crisis lines. You may call these numbers to get support with navigating resources, referrals, and programs that are available in your region.
- San Diego Access and Crisis Line: 1-888-724-7240 and live chat
- Imperial Valley Helpline Crisis Center: 1-760-352-7873
- Los Angeles Access and Crisis Line: 1-800-854-7771 (Text LA to 741741)
- Sacramento County Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-916-875-1055
- Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services: 1-855-278-4204 (text RENEW to 741741)
- Riverside HELPLine: 1-951-686-4357
