Helpline & Suicide Prevention Resources

Here are some helpline and suicide prevention resources available for those in need:

United States:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or 988 (24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress)
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (connects you with a trained crisis counselor via text)
• The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 (support for LGBTQ+ youth)
• Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, or text 838255

Canada:

• Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645
• Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868

United Kingdom:

• Samaritans: 116 123 (24/7 support for anyone in distress)
• Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258 (free, confidential support via text)

Australia:

• Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention)
• Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 (for young people aged 5 to 25)

International:

• International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP): iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ (provides a directory of suicide crisis lines around the world)
• Befrienders Worldwide: befrienders.org (global network of helplines offering emotional support)

If you or someone you know is in crisis, these resources can provide immediate help and support.