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Hotlines

​​​​​​​​Crisis Text Line

Having a hard time? Need some support? Crisis text line is a free 24/7 text support. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from a secure online platform. 

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress and offers prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Call today and get connected, or visit the website for more information. 

Teen Line

Do you need help working something out? Do you want to talk to someone who understands, like another teen? The Teen Line is here to help!  The toll-free hotline is available from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., and the text line is available from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ+) ​

The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth. If you are a young person in crisis, or just need a safe and judgment-free place to talk, text or call today. 

  • Text START to 678-678

  • Call 1-866-488-7386, 24 hours a day 

  • Instagram: @trevorproject

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