988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline is now active across the United States. This new, shorter telephone number was created to make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services.
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. The Lifeline was launched by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Vibrant Emotional Health on January 1, 2005. The Lifeline is independently evaluated by a federally-funded investigation team from Columbia University’s Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, and receives ongoing consultation and guidance from national suicide prevention experts and consumer advocates.
*Please note: The previous 1-800-273-TALK (8255) number will continue to function indefinitely.