24/7 Hotlines — United States & Canada
Confidential help is available by phone, text, and chat. If you are in danger now, call 911. Use the Quick Exit if needed.
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United States — National Hotlines
| Service | How to Reach | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| National Domestic Violence Hotline | 24/7. Confidential. Interpretation available. Deaf/HH users can use 711 relay. | |
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | 24/7. For suicidal thoughts, mental health, or substance use crises. | |
| RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline | 24/7. Confidential support for sexual violence. | |
| love is respect (teens/young adults) | Dating abuse support. 24/7. | |
| Trans Lifeline (U.S.) | 877-565-8860 | Peer support run by and for trans people. Hours vary; check availability. |
| 211 — Community Services | 211 | Local shelters, legal aid, housing, and social services directory. |
Canada — National Hotlines
| Service | How to Reach | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency (Police/Medical/Fire) | 911 | Immediate danger only. |
| 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline | 24/7 nationwide. Mental health & suicide crisis support. | |
| Kids Help Phone (youth/parents) | 24/7 in English & French; interpretation support available. | |
| Hope for Wellness Help Line (Indigenous) | 24/7. Counselling in English, French, plus on-request Indigenous languages. | |
| Talk4Healing (Indigenous women — Ontario) | 24/7. Culturally grounded, 14 languages (incl. Oji-Cree, Cree, Anishinaabemowin). | |
| Trans Lifeline (Canada) | 877-330-6366 | Peer support by and for trans people. Hours vary; check availability. |
| Women's Shelters Canada / ShelterSafe | Open shelter map | Locate nearby shelters by province/territory; many offer text & chat. |
| 211 — Community & Social Services | 211 | Local DV services, legal aid, housing, benefits, and more. |
Accessibility
- Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Use 711 relay in the U.S. and Canada to reach any hotline.
- Languages: Many hotlines can arrange interpreters on demand.
- Chat & Text: When speaking is unsafe, use SMS or web chat where available.
Safety Tips
- Use a private/incognito window and close tabs when done.
- Clear recent history and search terms if safe to do so.
- Use a trusted device (friend, work, library) if yours may be monitored.
- Have a quick exit plan — bookmark a neutral site.
Next Steps
Hotlines can help you safety-plan and connect you to local legal, housing, and counselling support.