The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects you to trained crisis counselors 24/7. They can help anyone thinking about suicide, struggling with substance use, experiencing a mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. You can also call, text or chat 988 if you are worried about someone you care about who may need crisis support. Contacting 988 is a free service.
When you CALL 988
When you TEXT 988
When you CHAT 988
The 988 Lifeline provides easier access to mental health and substance use crisis care through a network of crisis call, text, and chat centers. The focus of 911 is to dispatch Emergency Medical Services, fire, and law enforcement as needed.
2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember telephone number to call for free and confidential community referral that connects callers with resources providing food, shelter, rent assistance, clothing, childcare options and other types of community assistance. Trained referral specialists are multi-lingual and available to help individuals find the help they need.
Whatever the need, the 2-1-1 Call Center has information and expertise to make the right connections.
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"New documentary reveals real-world impact of the heroin and opioid epidemic in the Adirondack region"
Article by: Robin Caudell, Press Republican on June 18, 2019
