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1-855-845-7415: California launches 1st free statewide mental health line

By Mary Stringini | Published October 7 | FOX 11

On Monday, California launched its first statewide mental health line in order to provide non-emergency emotional support for those struggling with mental and emotional well-being..

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
  • The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

  • Call 988 (or 1-800-273-8255). Chat (English only) is available through the Lifeline’s website at 988lifeline.org/chat.

  • TTY: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711, then 988 or call 1-800-799-4889

  • Video Relay Service: 1-800-273-8255

  • Voice/Caption Phone: 1-800-273-8255

  • Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis: 988; or 1-888-628-9454

  • If emergency medical care is needed, call 9-1-1 or go to the emergency room at the nearest hospital.
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