Hotlines and Helplines – National, Sponsored by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
HOTLINE: 1-800-985-5990
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- Referrals and resources for those impacted by natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods and even mass shootings.
- Mental health resources for those that are in need of mental health assistance after natural disasters
- Referrals to programs that provide assistance for finances and housing.
- Hotline services are available in English and Spanish.
HOTLINE: 1-800-4AChild (1-800-422-4453)
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- Hotline available in English & Spanish to report child abuse incidents.
- Ask for a translator if you speak other languages.
- Resources for those concerned with child abuse( the child themself may call for resources as well).
- Resources and access to Child Protective Services
- Resources and access to crisis centers near them
- You may also text the number if you are not able to speak on the phone, as well as chat on the website in a live chat.
- The hotline is available in English & Spanish to report child abuse incidents.
- Ask for a translator if you speak other languages.
HOTLINE: 1-800-799-7233
VIDEOPHONE (only for Deaf callers): 1-855-812-1001
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- The hotline is available in English and Spanish to report domestic violence incidents.
HOTLINE: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) This hotline offers assistance to all but if referred to a facility all referrals will be New York based.
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- The hotline is available in English & Spanish to report sexual assault incidents.
- National call center connects individuals to local staff members.
HOTLINE: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or *new hotline*: 988
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- The hotline is available in English and Spanish.
HOTLINE: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
TEXT: 838255
Hours of Service: 24/7
Services Provided:
- Press “1” to reach a qualified responder. Some of them are veterans themselves.