Crisis & Emergency
You are not alone — help is one call away
If you're in immediate danger, call 911. These resources provide 24/7 support for mental health crises, abuse, and emergencies.
💡 Good to Know
- ✓If someone is in immediate danger, always call 911 first.
- ✓You can call on behalf of a friend even if they refuse to call themselves.
- ✓These lines are confidential — counselors will not automatically contact your parents.
211 San Joaquin County
FREEFree 24/7 resource line that connects people to food, housing, healthcare, transportation, mental health, and other local services.
Fun fact: You can call, text, or email 211 instead of hunting through dozens of websites.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
FREE24/7 crisis line for anyone dealing with emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis. Call or text 988.
Fun fact: You can call or text 988 from anywhere in California.
Crisis Text Line
FREEText HOME to 741741 for free crisis counseling via text message.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
FREEConfidential support for anyone experiencing domestic violence or abuse.
RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline
FREEConfidential support from trained staff for survivors of sexual assault.
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)
FREECrisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.
PREVAIL
FREEFree confidential services for domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking survivors, runaway/homeless youth, and families in crisis.
Fun fact: PREVAIL runs both adult and youth crisis lines and shelter-related services.
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health
FREELocal mental health crisis services and psychiatric emergency response in San Joaquin County.
Need more help?
Call 2-1-1 anytime to connect with a real person who can help you find local resources.