RC is here for you. If you're thinking about harming yourself or others, please get immediate support by contacting one of these services.
Unless otherwise noted, hotlines may employ nonconsensual active rescue like 911, first responders, and law enforcement.
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GENERAL CRISIS 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
Call BlackLine @ callblackline.com BlackLine is an organization that offers free nationwide crisis care centered on people of color, by people of color. Call BlackLine provides a space for peer support, counseling, reporting of mistreatment, witnessing and affirming the lived experiences of folks who are most impacted by systematic oppression. *Call BlackLine is a crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization.
Crisis Text Hotline @ crisistextline.org Offers 24/7 high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
Illinois Warm Line Although not a crisis hotline, the Illinois Warm Line offers free mental health and/or substance misuse support by phone with Wellness Support Specialists who are trained in recovery support, mentoring, and advocacy. *Illinois Warm Line is a crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline @ 988lifeline.org The 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline/National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is the United States' leader in 24/7/365 suicide prevention. They offer free confidential emotional support through the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Stress and Trauma Center @ stressandtrauma.org SATTC is a local organization that provides state-of-the-art trauma-informed care to help the vulnerable and hurt in our communities.
The Deaf Hotline @ thedeafhotline.org Founded by the National Domestic Violence Hotline and Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services in 2003, The Deaf Hotline offers national 24/7 care to Deaf survivors with American Sign Language available.
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VIOLENCE Alternatives to Living in Violent Environments @ alivest.org ALIVE is a St. Louis-based organization that provides counseling, emergency sanctuary, and other critical services to adults and children impacted by abuse.
Friends of Kathy J. Weinman @ stlouiscac.org As part of the University of Missouri-St. Louis, the Children's Advocacy Center from Friends of Kathy J. Weinman provides high-quality trauma-focused services to youth, families, and the community impacted by traumatic events.
Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence @ ilcadv.org ICADV is a statewide voice for survivors of domestic violence and their children that provides direct service to survivors across Illinois.
Life Source Consultants @ lifesourceconsultants.org Life Source is a St. Louis-based domestic and sexual violence crisis center that provides support regardless of age, ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, or circumstance.
love is respect @ loveisrespect.org As a project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, love is respect offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships.
Pathways to Safety International @ pathwaystosafety.org Safety shouldn't be only behind US borders - Pathways to Safety International provides holistic services to the growing American overseas community to survive and prevent gender-based violence.
National Domestic Violence Hotline @ thehotline.org The Hotline has answered millions of calls over 25 years with expert advocates trained in crisis intervention, safety planning, education, advocacy, and referrals regarding domestic and sexual violence.
National Human Trafficking Hotline @ humantraffickinghotline.org The National Human Trafficking Hotline is supported by the Administration for Children and Families and the US Department of Health and Human Services, as well as operated by Polaris, to prevent and stop human trafficking.
Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network @ rainn.org RAINN is that United States' largest anti-sexual violence organization and works to help survivors, educate the public, and improve public policy to secure a better and safer world.
Safe Connections @ safeconnections.org Safe Connections is a St. Louis-based organization that offers 24/7 crisis intervention in addition to counseling and prevention education.
Safe Helpline for Sexual Assault @ safehelpline.org Safe Helpline is the Department of Defense's sole hotline for the members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault and offers anonymous, confidential 24/7 specialized service.
Saint Martha's @ saintmarthas.org As a Catholic and St. Louis-based nonprofit, Saint Martha's provides emergency shelter and support services to women and children experiencing domestic violence and abuse.
StrongHearts @ strongheartshelpline.org Even though Indigenous women suffer some of the highest rates of violence and murder in the United States, only a small percentage reach out to assistance to organizations like the National Domestic Violence Hotline. StrongHearts is a Native-led project born from The Hotline and the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center to end violence against Native women and children.
Survivor Empowerment Center @empoweringsurvivors.org SEC is a local organization that aims to end domestic violence and sexual assault in Southern Illinois, and assists survivors and their non-offending significant others. The Survivor Empowerment Center is formerly known as the Women's Center, and serves all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or background.
The Deaf Hotline @ thedeafhotline.org Founded by the National Domestic Violence Hotline and Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services in 2003, The Deaf Hotline offers national 24/7 care to Deaf survivors with American Sign Language available.
The Ion Center @ ioncenter.org Formerly known as Women Crisis Center, the Ion Center serves people of all identities who have been impacted by power-based personal violence throughout Kentucky. WomensLaw @ womenslaw.org Violence often involves the legal process, which is why WomensLaw offers free help to anyone with legal questions or concerns about domestic violence or sexual violence. Despite its name, WomensLaw provides information to people of all genders, not just women. YWCA Women's Resource Center @ ywcastl.org YWCA Metro St. Louis provides crisis intervention and housing for victims of sexual and domestic violence, as well as other services like Head Start and programs to end racial and social injustice.
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SUBSTANCE MISUSE Al-Anon @ al-anon.org Al-Anon Family Groups is an international mutual aid organization that provides support regarding alcohol and substance misuse.
Cocaine Anonymous @ ca.org CA is a fellowship of individuals who share their experiences, strengths, and hopes with each other to solve their common problems and recover from addiction.
Families Anonymous @ familiesanonymous.org FA is a twelve-step fellowship for families and friends of individuals with drug, alcohol, or other related behavioral issues as a way to combat addiction through community systems. Fireside Project @ firesideproject.org The Fireside Project helps people minimize the risks of psychedelic experiences by providing compassionate, accessible, and culturally responsive peer support, public education, and research. *Fireside Project is a crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization.
Heroin Anonymous @ heroinanonymous.org Heroin Anonymous is a fellowship of individuals who share their experiences and hopes to collectively recover from heroin addiction. Illinois Helpline for Opioids & Other Substances @ helplineil.org As the only 24/7/365 statewide public resource for finding substance misuse, Illinois Helpline helps hundreds find treatment and recovery providers.
Narcotics Anonymous @ na.org NA is an international community-based organization that guides individuals through the steps of recovery with a support network for those who wish to pursue and maintain a drug-free lifestyle. National Association for Children of Addiction @ nacoa.org NACoA seeks to eliminate the adverse impact of alcohol and drug misuse on children and families through offering programs to equip individuals with the tools to overcome addiction.
National Capital Poison Center @ poison.org Also known simply as Poison Control, the National Capital Poison Center helps people identify poisonous materials and drugs.
National Drug Helpline @ drughelpline.org The National Drug Helpline offers accessible 24/7 resources and contact information for those in need of help with substance misuse. The National Drug Helpline is trained in alcohol, benzos/benzodiazepines, cocaine, crack cocaine, ecstasy, opioids (including fentanyl, heroin, methadone, and suboxone), meth, and other drugs.
Partnership to End Addiction @ drugfree.org The Partnership is one of the nation's leading organizations dedicated to addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Pride Institute Resource Hotline @ pride-institute.com The Pride Institute is a drug and alcohol treatment center that exclusively serves the LGBTQIA+ community through quality culturally competent care.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration @ samhsa.gov SAMHSA is a federal agency within the US Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
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YOUTH 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
Boys Town @ boystown.org Boys Town is a community-based prevention-intervention organization that works with schools, parents, and communities to provide crisis care, shelter, health care, and family services.
Child Help USA National Child Abuse Hotline @ childhelphotline.org Child Help is a project of the Administration for Children and Families and the Department of Health and Human Services to provide 24/7 support to individuals experiencing abuse or concerned about someone they love.
Covenant House @ covenanthousemo.org As the only nonprofit organization dedicated to serving homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth in the city of St. Louis, Covenant House provides services to young people between the ages of 16 to 24 through outreach, residential services, education, job training, medical services, and mental health counseling.
Crisis Nursery St. Louis @ crisisnurserykids.org The St. Louis Crisis Nursery provides short-term shelter to youth ages 12 and under whose families face an emergency caused by illness, homelessness, domestic violence, or overwhelming parental stress.
Epworth @ epworth.org Also known as Youth Emergency Services, Epworth empowers youth who have experienced trauma in the St. Louis area with a drop-in center, food pantry, and crisis care.
Grace's Place Crisis Nursery @ gracesplacecrisisnursery.com Grace's Place is a state-licensed emergency shelter for youth ages 18 and under and exists to prevent child abuse and neglect in the St. Louis area.
Illinois Department of Child Family Services @ dcfs.illinois.gov DCFS was established at the nation's first cabinet-level child welfare agency, and has supported youth and families in Illinois since 1964.
love is respect @ loveisrespect.org As a project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, love is respect offers 24/7 information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships.
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children @ missingkids.org NCMEC works with families, victims, private industry, law enforcement, and the public to prevent child abductions, recover missing youth, and combat child exploitation.
National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org NRS is a national communications system for runaway and homeless youth and works to keep America's runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth safe and off the streets.
SAFE2HELP @ Safe2helpil.com Illinois offers SAFE2HELP as a 24/7 confidential way for students to share information that may help prevent suicides, bullying, school violence, or other threats to school safety. Stop It Now! @ stopitnow.org Since 1992, Stop It Now! has worked to protect youth before they are harmed by providing support, information, and resources to create healthier communities.
The Night's Shield @ thenightsshield.org Based in West Frankfort, The Night's Shield is a not-for-profit organization that provides a safe haven for children in need that offers shelter and services to youth ages 14 to 24.
The Trevor Project @ thetrevorproject.org The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQIA+ young people, and offers information and support 24/7/365 with trained counselors available via call, text, or chat to individuals ages 13 to 24.
Teen Hopeline @ teenhopeline.org Suicide and mental health is a growing problem in America, which is why Teen Hopeline offers free support to those in crisis. Teen Line @ teenline.org As a program of Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, Teen Line is an anonymous, nonjudgmental space for youth seeking personal peer-to-peer support by teens for teens. Call and text services are available every day from 8 to 11 PM.
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LGBTQIA+ LGBT National Help Center @ lgbthotline.org The LGBT National Help Center offers free and confidential peer-support, information, and local resources. Services are offered 3 PM to 1 AM Monday through Friday and 11 AM to 4 PM on Saturday.
Pride Institute Resource Hotline @ pride-institute.com The Pride Institute is a drug and alcohol treatment center that exclusively serves the LGBTQIA+ community through quality culturally competent care.
SAGE x HearMe @ sageusa.org As the nation's largest and older organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ older people, SAGE offers supportive services and resources to individuals around the county and their caregivers. SAGE x HearMe is formerly known as the SAGE LGBTQ Elder Hotline.
St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline @ thesqsh.org SQSH is a grassroots, community-based, queer-led collective that believes every LGBTQIA+ person deserves to be treated with compassion and dignity. *SQSH is a crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization.
The Trevor Project @ thetrevorproject.org The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQIA+ young people, and offers information and support 24/7/365 with trained counselors available via call, text, or chat to individuals ages 13 to 24.
Trans Lifeline @ translifeline.org The Trans Lifeline has connected and supported the transgender community since 2014 that offers fully anonymous and confidential 24/7 call services. *Trans Lifeline is a crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization.
THRIVE @ thrivelifeline.org Also known as Thriving Harnesses Respect, Inclusion, and Vested Empathy, THRIVE is a free crisis text line staffed by people with marginalized identities for people with marginalized identities.
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MENTAL HEALTH 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
Crisis Text Hotline @ crisistextline.org Offers 24/7 high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
Illinois Mental Health Collective @ illinoismentalhealthcollaborative.org The Illinois Mental Health Collective, or Illinois Mental Health Collaborative for Access and Choice, offers free support via their warmline Monday through Saturday 8 AM to 8 PM.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Helpline @ nami.org NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. HelpLine services are available Monday through Friday, 12 PM to 12 AM.
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders @ anad.org ANAD is a non-profit organization that provides free peer support services to anyone struggling with an eating disorder, such as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating.
National Drug Helpline @ drughelpline.org The National Drug Helpline offers accessible 24/7 resources and contact information for those in need of help with substance misuse. The National Drug Helpline is trained in alcohol, benzos/benzodiazepines, cocaine, crack cocaine, ecstasy, opioids (including fentanyl, heroin, methadone, and suboxone), meth, and other drugs.
National Eating Disorders Association @ nationaleatingdisorders.org NEDA is the largest nonprofit organization in the United States that supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Their helpline is available Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 8 PM.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline @ 988lifeline.org The 988 Suicide & Crisis Hotline/National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is the United States' leader in 24/7/365 suicide prevention. They offer free confidential emotional support through the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Self-Harm Hotline Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration @ samhsa.gov SAMHSA is a federal agency within the US Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
The Deaf Hotline @ thedeafhotline.org Founded by the National Domestic Violence Hotline and Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services in 2003, The Deaf Hotline offers national 24/7 care to Deaf survivors with American Sign Language available.
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HOUSELESSNESS 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
Carbondale Warming Center @ cwcentered.org The Carbondale Warming Center is a local short-term emergency shelter that provides housing and employment assistance in addition to shelter.
Circle of Concern Food Pantry @ circleofconcern.org The Circle of Concern Food Pantry feeds thousands of people every month in the St. Louis area, ranging from fresh fruits and vegetables to meat and canned goods - as well as personal care and hygiene items that aren't covered by assistance programs like SNAP.
Center for Empowerment and Justice CEJ is a mutual aid organization based in Carbondale that provides emergency shelter, a computer lab, and food pantry to those in need.
Good Samaritan Ministries @ goodsamcarbondale.com Good Samaritan Ministries was established by the Carbondale Interfaith Council in 1985 to provide shelter, food, counseling, and advocacy to the houseless in Jackson County. In addition to emergency shelter, Good Samaritan provides food and other services to the houseless, transient, low income, and individuals who have inadequate resources.
Lightboat Alliance @ lifeboatalliance.org Mount Vernon's Lightboat Alliance is a refuge for people in Jefferson County that provides caseworkers, employment assistance, transportation, and meals in addition to shelter.
Lighthouse Shelter @ thelighthouseshelter.com The Lighthouse is a shelter for the houseless in Marion and Williamson County that offers case management in addition to emergency shelter.
National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org NRS is a national communications system for runaway and homeless youth and works to keep America's runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth safe and off the streets.
Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless @ sihomelesscoalition.org The Coalition works to provide affordable housing and supportive services to those throughout Southern Illinois, such as transportation assistance, mental health counseling, life skill education, and case management.
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ELDERS 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
ElderCare Locator @eldercare.acl.gov The ElderCare Locator is a nationwide service that connects older Americans and their caregivers with trustworthy local support services as a public service of the Administration on Aging and US Administration for Community Living.
Elder Protection Center @ elderprotectioncenter.com The Elder Protection Center is an online resource for the elderly, their loved ones, and caretakers that provides information on preventing and stopping elder abuse and neglect.
Golden Rainbows @ goldenrainbows.org Golden Rainbows of Illinois South serves the LGBTQIA+ community ages 50 and older, and those aging with HIV by connecting individuals with the tools necessary to improve their health and well-being in legal, health, housing, medical, history, and social engagement.
Illinois Department of Aging @ ilaging.illinois.gov IDoA serves and advocates for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.
SAGE x HearMe @ sageusa.org As the nation's largest and older organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ older people, SAGE offers supportive services and resources to individuals around the county and their caregivers. SAGE x HearMe is formerly known as the SAGE LGBTQ Elder Hotline.
STL Village @ stlvillage.org STL Village is a grassroots organization that enhances the quality of life and well-being of people ages 50 and older who wish to continue living at home and stay active in their communities.
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VETERANS 211 @ 211.org 211 is a nationwide warmline service through the Federal Communications Commission to give support and resources to prevent emergency situations. 211 agencies assist with a vary of issues such as housing needs, food insecurity, mental health issues, healthcare, and finances.
Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs @ veterans.illinois.gov The IDVA empowers veterans and their families to thrive in Illinois and sets the standard for connecting veterans with all the benefits and privileges they earned.
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans @ va.gov/homeless A branch within the US Department of Veteran Affairs that provides free 24/7 help to veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Veterans' Association @ va.gov The US Department of Veteran Affairs provides care for those who have served the United States military and their families, caregivers, and survivors.
Veteran's Crisis Line @ veteranscrisisline.net Reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs for free 24/7 confidential support.
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