Immediate crisis support by call, text, or chat for people in emotional distress, experiencing a mental health or substance-use crisis, or worried about someone else.
- Best for
- Immediate emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health or substance-use crisis.
- Coverage
- United States and territories
- Contact
- Call · text · browser chat · ASL videophone and accessibility routes
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, every day
- Languages
- English and Spanish routes are documented directly. Phone interpretation and accessibility options are described in the official 988 FAQs; confirm the current method before contact.
- Cost
- The 988 network does not charge for contact. A phone plan, emergency response, or an outside referral may create separate charges.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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Free, confidential text-based support with a trained volunteer Crisis Counselor for stress, anxiety, loneliness, bullying, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and other difficult moments.
- Best for
- People who prefer typing to calling and want immediate emotional support.
- Coverage
- United States, Canada, United Kingdom, and Ireland
- Contact
- SMS · browser chat · WhatsApp where offered
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, every day
- Languages
- English and Spanish are offered in the U.S. Current language and channel availability varies across international partner services.
- Cost
- The provider describes support as free. Message and data rates may still apply.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A free nationwide information and emotional-support service for people with mental health concerns, family members, caregivers, and people trying to locate practical resources.
- Best for
- Mental health information, resource navigation, peer-informed support, and local NAMI connections.
- Coverage
- United States
- Contact
- Phone · text · email · postal mail · self-service resource database
- Availability
- Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Eastern, excluding federal holidays
- Languages
- English and a Spanish HelpLine route are published. Specialty routes for families, caregivers, teens, and young adults are listed separately.
- Cost
- NAMI describes the national HelpLine as free. Outside organizations or care found through a referral may charge.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A confidential U.S. information and treatment-referral service for people and families facing mental health or substance-use concerns.
- Best for
- Finding treatment programs and understanding mental health or substance-use service options.
- Coverage
- United States and territories
- Contact
- Phone · TTY · English text referral · FindTreatment.gov search
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, every day, in English and Spanish
- Languages
- National phone representatives are available in English and Spanish. The HELP4U text-referral route is published as English-only.
- Cost
- The referral service is free. Treatment providers may charge, bill insurance, use sliding fees, or have other payment requirements.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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Crisis support and suicide-prevention services created for LGBTQ+ young people, with phone, text, and chat options in the United States.
- Best for
- LGBTQ+ young people under 25 who need immediate affirming crisis support.
- Coverage
- United States
- Contact
- Phone · text · browser chat
- Availability
- 24 hours a day, every day
- Languages
- The reviewed U.S. get-help page presents the direct crisis routes in English. Confirm current language availability with Trevor before contact.
- Cost
- Trevor describes its crisis services as 100% free. Message and data rates may apply.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A trans-led peer-support phone service for trans and questioning callers in the United States and Canada.
- Best for
- Trans and questioning people who want peer conversation with a trans operator.
- Coverage
- United States and Canada
- Contact
- Peer-support phone line; check the live page for any text rollout
- Availability
- Published hours and temporary pauses can change; check the official hotline page
- Languages
- English and Spanish are published for the hotline; callers can select the Spanish route.
- Cost
- No service fee is stated on the reviewed hotline page. Carrier or phone-plan charges may apply; confirm with the provider and carrier.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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Confidential peer support, information, and local-resource help through identity-specific hotlines and online chat.
- Best for
- LGBTQIA+ people seeking peer conversation, identity support, or help locating community resources.
- Coverage
- Primarily the United States and Canada
- Contact
- National hotlines · one-to-one browser chat · identity and age-specific programs
- Availability
- Programs publish different schedules; confirm current hours on the official site
- Languages
- The reviewed one-to-one web chat requires English. Confirm language availability for individual phone programs before contact.
- Cost
- The provider describes its hotline and online peer-support services as free.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A chapter-based organization offering peer connection, education, and support for LGBTQ+ people, parents, families, and allies.
- Best for
- Finding local or virtual peer community for LGBTQ+ people and the people who support them.
- Coverage
- United States chapter network, with separate international group listings
- Contact
- Local chapter search · meeting finder · national virtual communities · educational resources
- Availability
- Varies by chapter, virtual community, and program
- Languages
- Meeting listings can be filtered for English, Spanish, and other program characteristics. Actual language availability varies by chapter and meeting.
- Cost
- Cost and membership expectations vary by chapter, meeting, or program. Confirm the individual listing before attending.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A free, evidence-informed U.S. guide for adults comparing alcohol treatment options, recognizing quality care, and preparing questions for providers.
- Best for
- Adults looking for alcohol treatment for themselves or another adult and wanting to compare evidence-based options before choosing a provider.
- Coverage
- United States; educational material is available online
- Contact
- Free self-directed website · provider-search guidance · downloadable comparison worksheets
- Availability
- Online at any time; individual providers set their own hours and availability
- Languages
- The reviewed Navigator is presented in English. Treatment-provider languages vary and must be checked with the provider.
- Cost
- The Navigator itself is free and has no commercial sponsors. Treatment costs vary widely by provider, setting, insurance, and services.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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Free, facilitated mutual-support meetings and practical tools for people changing alcohol, drug, or other addictive and problem behaviors.
- Best for
- People who want a secular, skills-focused peer setting with online or in-person meeting options and no required identity label or personal story.
- Coverage
- International meeting network; availability varies by location and language
- Contact
- Online meetings · in-person meetings · meeting finder · optional mobile app
- Availability
- Meeting schedules vary; online and in-person listings are maintained in the official finder
- Languages
- Meeting language varies. The official finder supports language and special-focus filters.
- Cost
- Public meetings are free; donations are optional. Books, optional services, travel, or technology may have separate costs.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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A free international fellowship of peer-led meetings for people who have a desire to stop drinking, with local, online, and phone options.
- Best for
- People who want abstinence-oriented peer connection and are comfortable exploring a Twelve Step fellowship.
- Coverage
- International; local service offices and meeting availability vary
- Contact
- Local service office · in-person meeting · online meeting · phone meeting · Meeting Guide app
- Availability
- Varies by group; in-person, online, and phone meetings may be available
- Languages
- Language availability varies by local service office and meeting. Use the local or online directory and confirm the individual listing.
- Cost
- A.A. states there are no dues or fees for membership. Groups may accept voluntary contributions; travel, connectivity, or literature can create optional costs.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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Free peer-led meetings for relatives and friends affected by someone else’s drinking, including local and electronic options.
- Best for
- Family members, partners, friends, and others who want support for the effects of another person’s drinking.
- Coverage
- International; meeting and contact options vary by country
- Contact
- Local meetings · electronic meetings · phone meetings · meeting-information line
- Availability
- Varies by meeting; local, global electronic, and telephone options are listed online
- Languages
- Languages vary by local and electronic meeting. Confirm the individual listing and contact before attending.
- Cost
- Al-Anon states there are no dues or fees for membership; it is supported by voluntary contributions. Technology, travel, or literature may create optional costs.
- Last verified
- August 25, 2026
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