Resources
Online resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. You can also chat online.
Didi Hirsch
Didi Hirsch provides mental health, substance use disorder and suicide prevention services. You can chat with a Crisis Counselor or access their National Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-985-5990) 24/7.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project (1-866-488-7386) provides phone/text/chat crisis intervention 24/7 and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) provides essential tools and support 24/7 via phone/live chat/text to help survivors of domestic violence.
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services
If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, or know of a family that may need additional support or access to resources, please contact DCFS immediately (1-800-540-4000).
Childhelp
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. You can call/text/chat 24/7 for confidential crisis intervention, information, and referrals.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. Find treatment referrals and more information
(1-800-662-4357).
National Alliance on Mental Illness
NAMI (1-800-950-6264) provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
Postpartum Support International (PSI)
PSI promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing. Call or text “help” to the PSI hotline (1-800-944-4773).
Workforce development aging & Community Services
WDACS provides older and dependent services, community and senior centers, job assistance, and adult protective services. Report any elder abuse here 24/7 (1-877-477-3646).
Rainn
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is an anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline available 24/7 via phone (1-800-656-4673) or live chat here.
211
211 provides comprehensive source of information about local resources and services. Experts are available to help, 24/7. All calls to 211 are confidential and can be anonymous