Crisis & Immediate Help

The nation's primary crisis lifeline providing 24/7, free, confidential support. Call or text 988 to connect with trained counselors who understand what you're going through. Available in English and Spanish.

Samaritans provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support as part of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Founded in 1974, they offer the Hey Sam youth text line, grief support services for suicide loss survivors, and community education programs throughout Massachusetts.

Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Perfect for those who prefer texting over talking.

The leading suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Call, text, or chat 24/7 with trained counselors who understand. Safe space for all identities.

A grassroots hotline and microgrants organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis. By trans people, for trans people.

Free, confidential support for Veterans and their loved ones, 24/7/365. Press 1 after dialing 988. Chat and text options available.

24/7 crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Multilingual support available.

24/7 crisis line for children, teens, and families. Trained counselors help with any issue including abuse, anger, depression, school problems, and more.

24/7 crisis services for runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth and families. Provides crisis intervention, referrals, and resources.

The only accredited 24-hour toll-free crisis line for people aged 60+. Provides crisis support, information, and referrals for lonely or isolated seniors.

Spanish-speaking support available by pressing 2 after dialing 988. ASL services available for deaf and hard of hearing via video relay.