Call 911 for a Mental Health Emergency

Dial 911 when someone’s safety is at immediate risk. Emergency services should be involved when the situation is urgent and cannot wait.

• You or someone else is in immediate danger of self-harm or suicide
• There is a suicide attempt in progress
• Someone is threatening violence or cannot control their actions
• Mental health symptoms are causing dangerous behavior (e.g., wandering into traffic, not recognizing danger)
• A person is experiencing a medical emergency related to mental health (e.g., overdose, severe self-injury, hallucinations causing unsafe behavior)

If someone might get seriously hurt right now, call 911. Safety comes first.

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Call a Mental Health Hotline When You Need Support — Not Emergency Rescue

Hotlines are for emotional support and guidance when the situation is serious but not immediately life-threatening.

Call a hotline if:

• You’re having suicidal thoughts, but no plan, no intent, and you are safe right now
• You’re overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or having a panic attack
• You feel alone and need someone trained to talk to
• You’re worried about a loved one’s mental health and want guidance
• You need coping strategies, resources, or next steps

Hotline counselors listen without judgment, offer support, and help calm the crisis.

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If You’re Unsure Which to Choose…

Start by calling a mental health hotline.
Crisis counselors can help you assess the situation and will tell you if emergency services are needed.

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24/7 Mental Health Hotlines

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988
• Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741
• NAMI HelpLine – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) (for mental health information and support)
• Disaster Distress Helpline – 1-800-985-5990

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You Deserve Support.

Reaching out for mental health help is strong, not weak. Whether you call 911 or a hotline, someone is always ready to support you through your hardest moments.