The 988 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. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

• First, you’ll hear a message telling you you’ve reached the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

• They will play you a little hold music while we connect you.

• A skilled, trained crisis worker at the Lifeline network crisis center closest to you will answer the phone.

• This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and share any resources that may be helpful.

• If you want a more detailed explanation of what happens when you call 988, click HERE.

Remember, your call is confidential and free.

No matter what problems you’re dealing with, whether or not you’re thinking about suicide, if you need someone to lean on for emotional support, call the Lifeline.

People call to talk about lots of things: substance abuse, economic worries, relationships, sexual identity, getting over abuse, depression, mental and physical illness, and loneliness, to name a few.

Visit the 988 Lifeline FAQ HERE

https://988lifeline.org/faq/