Needing Crisis Support?
Crisis lines provide a vital source of immediate support, offering a safe and confidential space for individuals to express their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Whether someone is experiencing emotional distress, feeling overwhelmed, or facing a mental health crisis, these services connect callers with trained professionals who listen with empathy and understanding. They not only help de-escalate moments of intense stress but also guide individuals toward appropriate resources and next steps for ongoing support. Simply knowing that someone is available to talk, anytime, can offer comfort and reassurance when it’s needed most.
Crisis support lines
988
If you're in crisis, you can contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. You can get help by calling or texting 988 or chatting online.
Cop Line
24/7 confidential hotline for law enforcement. Calls are answered by a peer support counselor.
You can call them at 800-267-5463 or use their online email form.
A crisis and support line for adults who are 60 or older or have disabilities.
You can call them at 800-971-0016.
A crisis and support line for adults who are 60 or older or have disabilities.
You can call them at 800-971-0016.
This 24-hour hotline focuses on supporting young people in crisis who are LGBTQIA2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, two-spirit, and more).
To reach the Trevor Project Lifeline:
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Call 1-866-488-7386
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Text 678-678
LGBTQI+ Youth Subnetwork
LGBTQIA2S+ teens and young adults ages 13-24 can call or text 988 and choose option 3 to reach the LGBTQI+ Youth Subnetwork.
You can also chat online.
Trans Lifeline
This 24/7 peer support hotline supports transgender people experiencing a crisis.
You can reach the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860.
Veterans Resources
The Veterans Crisis Line is for veterans and their families, which includes anyone who has ever served in the armed forces, guard, or reserves. You can reach this helpline by calling or texting 988 and choosing option 1.
You can also text a Veterans Affairs responder at 838-255 or chat online.
Washington Poison Center
The Washington Poison Center is a 24/7 confidential line that serves as the primary resource for poison treatment, education, and prevention. Call 800-222-1222 to reach specially trained nurses, pharmacists, and poison specialists in your local area to prevent harm from poisoning.
Services are available in 240 languages and for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. TTY users, dial 711 to reach the Washington Relay Service.