07/20/2021
On July 16, 2020, the FCC adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, easy-to-remember 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with su***de prevention and mental health crisis counselors.
In just under a year, beginning July 16, 2022, dialing β988β will route calls to the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline.
For now, if you or someone you know is in crisis, call 1-800-273-8255 to reach the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline today.
Veterans should Press 1 to be connected with the Veterans Crisis Line.
You are not alone. Help is just a phone call away. βοΈπ
On July 16, 2020, the FCC adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for Americans in crisis to connect with su***de prevention and mental health crisis counselors.