Mental Health & Other Support Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis or needs immediate support, the resources below provide free, confidential help. If you are in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides confidential support to individuals in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States. 9-8-8 is available via call or text, and online chat.
The Trevor Project
Offers free, confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide‑prevention support for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults through phone 866‑488‑7386, text, and online chat.
Crisis Support by County
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OC Links – Behavioral Health Information & Referral Line
OC Links is a free and confidential phone - (855) 625-4657 (OC-LINKS) - and online chat service that helps Orange County residents access mental health and substance use support through the Orange County Health Care Agency’s Behavioral Health Services System of Care.
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Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health
For immediate behavioral health support, individuals may call The 24/7 Los Angeles County Help Line for Mental Health & Substance Use Services at: (800) 854-7771.
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Riverside University Health System Crisis Support
Call 951-686-4357 for free, confidential support. You may remain anonymous. Trained and bilingual counselors are available to help connect you with appropriate resources.
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San Bernardino County Behavioral Access Line
For 24/7 crisis support, mental health screenings, and referrals to treatment services in San Bernardino County, contact 888‑743‑1478. For Screening Assessment and Referral Center (Substance Use Disorder Helpline), contact (800) 968-2636.
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San Diego Access and Crisis Line (ACL)
Available 24/7, free and confidential. Provides crisis support, suicide prevention, and referrals to mental health and substance use services for San Diego County residents and visitors. Please call 1-888-724-7240.
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San Francisco Suicide Prevention – Crisis Line (Felton Institute)
For 24/7 confidential crisis support and suicide‑prevention services for San Francisco residents, please call 415‑781‑0500. Support is available by phone or text to San Francisco residents and those concerned about a loved one.
Additional Support Resources
American Cancer Society
Provides education, emotional support, and resources for individuals affected by cancer and their caregivers, including help navigating treatment and support services. For support call 1‑800‑227‑2345.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for individuals experiencing domestic or relationship abuse. Provides safety planning and referrals to local resources. Support is available by phone, text, and online chat. For support call 1‑800‑799‑7233.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 information and referral service for individuals and families seeking treatment options for mental health or substance use concerns. Available in English and Spanish. For support call 1‑800‑662‑4357.
2‑1‑1 California
2-1-1 connects individuals across California to free, confidential information and referrals for local health, mental health, housing, food, and other community support services. For support, dial 2-1-1.