National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 Deaf and Hard of Hearing servicesService

People who are Deaf or hard of hearing can reach 988 by an ASL videophone. TTY users can use a relay service or dial 711 and then 988.

988 Lifeline ChatService

You can chat online with a live counselor. The counselor listens, asks about your safety, and may share support or resources.

988 Spanish-language servicesService

Spanish-speaking counselors are there by phone, text, and chat. You do not need to speak English to get help.

988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineService

You can call, text, or chat with a counselor about a mental health crisis, emotional distress, drug or alcohol worries, or thoughts of suicide. The counselor will ask if you are safe, listen, and share resources that might help.

Crisis LineService

Veterans, service members, and their loved ones can reach Veterans Crisis Line responders through 988. You can call, text, or chat.

Disaster Distress HelplineService

This is a crisis counseling line for people feeling upset after a natural or human-caused disaster. You can call or text 1-800-985-5990.

Volunteer or work at a local 988 centerProgram

Local contact centers in the 988 network use trained staff and volunteers. You can contact your local center to ask about openings.