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Talk to someone about suicide concerns

Call or text 9-8-8 if you are thinking about suicide, worried about someone else, or unsure whether what you are experiencing is related to suicide.

Published by 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline

How can this help me?

Call or text 988 to reach the helpline, available 24 hours a day, every day.

Who is it for?

People seeking information or support on this topic. Check each program’s conditions.

Check who is eligible

This is a crisis support service. If there is an immediate threat to life, contact local emergency services.

Decisions and current requirements come from 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline.

Your next step

Read the source page, then contact the responsible organization if you need help understanding whether its service applies to you.

Visit 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline

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