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Crisis Prevention

Emergency Assistance

Hotlines

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
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.

OASAS HOPEline:
New York State’s 24/7 problem gambling and chemical dependency hotline. For Help and Hope call 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY

Domestic Violence:
If you or someone else is in a relationship is being controlled by another individual through verbal, physical, or sexual abuse, or other tactics, please call: 1-800-942-6906

Crisis Services and Education

Community Mental Health Promotion and Support (COMHPS)
COMHPS teams provide support and access to mental health professionals where you live.

New York State 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Learn more about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in New York; what it is, how it works and when to reach out.

Suicide Prevention
Learn more about what New York is doing to prevent suicide.