If you're in crisis
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or having thoughts of suicide, please reach out now.
Crisis Resources
Immediate help for grief-related mental health crises. You are not alone.
About Crisis Resources
Crisis resources provide immediate, professional help when you're experiencing a mental health emergency, acute grief, or thoughts of self-harm. These services are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
When to Reach Out:
- • Thoughts of suicide or self-harm
- • Overwhelming grief or emotional pain
- • Inability to cope with daily life
- • Substance use concerns during grief
- • Need for immediate emotional support
💙 Asking for help during a crisis is a sign of strength. You deserve support, and help is available right now.
Immediate Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free 24/7 crisis support via phone, text, or chat for anyone experiencing emotional distress.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 for free 24/7 crisis support from trained crisis counselors.
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential 24/7 support specifically for veterans and their families experiencing crisis.
The Trevor Project
24/7 suicide prevention and crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25.
Mental Health Emergency
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free 24/7 treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance abuse.
NAMI HelpLine
Free mental health support, information, and referrals from trained volunteers.
Mental Health America
Find mental health screening tools, support groups, and local resources nationwide.
MHA Screening Tools
Free confidential online mental health screening tests for depression, anxiety, and more.
Grief-Specific Support
The Dougy Center
National grief support center providing resources for children, teens, and families after a death.
The Compassionate Friends
Nationwide peer support network for families grieving the death of a child at any age.
GriefShare
Faith-based grief recovery support groups meeting in local churches and communities.
Hospice Foundation Grief
Educational resources and support for those coping with terminal illness and bereavement.
Specialized Support Lines
Postpartum Support International
Pregnancy and postpartum mental health support including grief after pregnancy or infant loss.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Confidential 24/7 support for victims of domestic violence and those dealing with complex trauma.
Lifeline Crisis Chat
Free online chat support for emotional distress and suicidal thoughts, available 24/7.
IMAlive Crisis Network
First online crisis network staffed by trained volunteers providing immediate chat support.
International Hotlines
Find A Helpline
Comprehensive directory of crisis and mental health hotlines in over 30 countries worldwide.
International Crisis Centers
Global directory of suicide prevention and crisis intervention centers by country.
Befrienders Worldwide
International network of emotional support centers in 32 countries for people in distress.
Safety Planning Tools
Safety Plan Template
Create a personalized crisis safety plan to identify warning signs and coping strategies.
Depression & Bipolar Support
Crisis resources specifically for those living with depression, bipolar disorder, and mood disorders.
Mental Health First Aid
Learn to recognize signs of mental health crisis and provide initial support until help arrives.
Remember
Crisis resources are available 24/7. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're grieving and feeling overwhelmed, these trained professionals understand what you're going through and can provide immediate support.