Who to Contact for Help (2024)

FAQs

Who to Contact for Help? ›

211 connects you to expert, caring help. Every call is completely confidential.

The Samaritans HelpLine is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone and text by dialing 988. They also offer online chats for those who prefer to use digital tools. They provide compassionate support to anyone who is feeling anxious and confused.

Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States – 24/7, free, confidential. Crisis Text Line (CTL) is here for you. A live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool calm.

Crisis Lines and Help Lines

In the United States, call 988 for free and confidential support if you are in distress or crisis. If you are experiencing a medical emergency then you should call 911 or your local emergency number.

www.nj211.org

In the event of a community emergency 2-1-1 acts as a public information point for information in coordination with Emergency Management professionals. 2-1-1 responds immediately during times of crisis, to field calls regarding the crisis and to direct callers to services most appropriate for their needs.

Whether you're in crisis or just need someone to talk to, a warmline can help. Warmlines are staffed by trained peers who have been through their own mental health struggles and know what it's like to need help. Warmlines are free and confidential.

Anonymous virtual chat with caring listeners

Our trained volunteer listeners are available 24/7 to give emotional support over online chat. It's anonymous and completely free. When you need someone to talk to, we're here to listen and help you feel better.

BuddyHelp is an emotional support platform, where we facilitate conversations between people who are in emotional distress with caring, patient, compassionate individuals who will listen, and hold space.

If you don't have a friend, family member, or other source of support readily available to talk to, consider scheduling an appointment with a licensed mental health professional. Communication can be a powerful tool.

Who should I talk to when I need help? ›

The number provides access to non-emergency municipal services.

811 is the national call-before-you-dig phone number. Anyone who plans to dig should call 811 or go to their state 811 center's website before digging to request that the approximate location of buried utilities be marked with paint or flags so that you don't unintentionally dig into an underground utility line.

It can also provide help with crisis counseling, or what you should do in the event of a natural disaster. More simply put, 211 is the state's helpline. 311 is the city's helpline. Both were created to ease the burden on 911, which of course, is the emergency number.

If you've ever thought, "I need someone to talk to," it can be challenging to know where to start. If you need someone to talk to, friends and family are one option. Online forums, support groups, therapists, clubs, hotlines, and religious organizations can also be helpful.

A good first step may be to contact a helpline dedicated to mental health support. These are typically staffed with trained volunteers who can connect you with the resources you need. Another option may be to make an appointment with a mental health professional.

It could be a friend, a family member, a colleague or your GP. Being open and honest can help connect you to others. If you don't feel like there is anyone you can talk to, our volunteers are here to listen.