Did you know that when you call 988, you’re connected to a trained specialist, most often right here in Ohio? Learn more from Ohio's 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline call center specialists as they share stories of inspiration and encouragement. Learn more about how 988 provides a direct link to empathetic, anonymous, and easily accessible care and support for individuals facing emotional distress, such as thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or concern for a friend or family member.

If you, or someone you know is in crisis call, text, or chat 988

• Call - Dial 988 on your mobile or home phone for immediate support

  • For the Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988 then press 1. You do not have to be enrolled in Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits or health care to call.

  • Para acceder al apoyo en español, marque 988 y presione 2.

• Text - To text with a crisis counselor, send a text to 988 on you mobile phone. (English and Spanish)

  • Para iniciar una conversación de mensaje de texto en español con el 988 Lifeline, envía la palabra AYUDA a 988.

• Chat -- To reach a crisis counselor. Click here

For more information visit the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline here