988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Resource Name:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis Line - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Eligibility
The Lifeline is available for everyone, is free, and confidential
Site Service Area
Nationwide
Other Information
Specialization
- Hispanic/Latino Community
- Deaf or hard-of-hearing
- Veteran
Payment
- Free / no cost to everyone
Crisis lines provide immediate support to help ensure a person's safety and help them take the next steps toward resolving a problem.
Crisis intervention hotlines/helplines are available through telephone, email, chat, text or other communication methods.
MORE INFORMATION
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a 24/7, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. If you need help, please dial 988.
The line provides immediate assistance to anyone seeking mental health services. Call for yourself, or someone you care about. All calls are free and confidential. Service also includes a Veterans Crisis Line.
Features a chat function called "Lifeline Chat" for those who would prefer to receive services over a computer. Chat is available 24/7.
Includes specific resources for Spanish speaking, veterans, deaf, hard of hearing, hearing loss, disaster survivors, youth, loss, LGBTQ, and attempt survivors crisis line.
Last Update
04/07/2026
Providing organization
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline