Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
The national suicide hotline it is not first responder specific, but they will talk to anyone who needs help.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
Anyone can Call/Text/Online Chat 24/7 in English & Spanish; this new three-digit dialing code will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, where they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.
Crisis Text Line: 741-741
A service that allows people in crisis to speak with a trained crisis counselor by texting “Start” , “Home”, or “Help”
Safe Call Now: 1-206-459-3020 OR 1-877-230-6060
A 24/7 help line staffed by first responders for first responders and their family members. They can assist with treatment options for responders who are suffering from mental health, substance abuse and other personal issues.
Fire/EMS Helpline (Share the Load): 1-888-731-FIRE (3473)
A program run by the National Volunteer Fire Council. They have a help line, text based help service, and have collected a list of many good resources for people looking for help and support.
CopLine (Law Enforcement Only): 1-800-267-5463
A confidential helpline for members of US law enforcement.
Their website Copline.org also has additional information on help and resources.
Cop2Cop: 1-866-COP-2COP (1-866-267-2267)
A 24/7 hotline based in NJ staffed by retired officers who are licensed Clinical Social Workers, known as Cop Clinicians, and specifically trained Mental Health professionals, along with volunteer retired officers who are trained as peer supporters.
Veterans Crisis Line (Military & Veterans only): 1-800-273-8255 & press 1
A crisis line specifically for Military and Veterans of the US armed forces.
Veterans Crisis Text Line (Military & Veterans only): 838255
A service that allows Military/Veterans in crisis to speak with a trained crisis counselor by texting as much or as little as they would like to start the conversation.
Frontline Helpline: 1-866-676-7500
Run by Frontline Responder Services. Offer 24/7 coverage with first responder call-takers.
Kristin Brooks Hopeline: 1-800-442-4673
A national (USA) hotline for people suffering from mental health issues.
Trevor Project Crisis Hotline: Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text 678-678
A national 24 hour LGBTQ+ Crisis Hotline.
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
This lifeline provides 24/7 peer support for the trans community- run by and for the trans people.
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
Call or Text this number 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster.
Emergency Service: 911
A national number for emergency services