Mental Health Crisis Resources
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Crisis Text Line Free Support at your Fingertips, 24/7: Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information via text. Here鈥檚 how it works:
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Today, 鈥�988鈥� is the three-digit, nationwide phone number to connect directly to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. By calling or texting 988, you鈥檒l connect with mental health professionals with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Text "COURAGE" to 741741
- A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds quickly
- The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment
Cost 鈥� completely free, but messaging rates apply if you鈥檙e not Verizon, sprint, AT&T, or T-Mobile.
For Alameda County residents:
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County
- Call: 1-800-309-2131
- Text SAFE to 20121 Hours 4 pm 鈥� 7 pm. 7 days a week
Residents Outside Alameda County
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
- Call: 1-800-273-8255
Chat: got to and click the chat button.